Stevie Wonder and John Legend headline star-studded third night of DNC with powerful performances

Stevie Wonder and John Legend delivered memorable performances at the Democratic National Convention

The third night of the Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago was marked by standout performances from music legends Stevie Wonder and John Legend. The evening's festivities began with a performance by singer-songwriter Maren Morris, who sang her song "Better Than We Found It." Morris, who left country music last year due to the genre's growing socio-political divide, delivered a poignant message through her performance, as reported by Billboard.

Stevie Wonder, a long-time advocate for social justice, took the stage to deliver both a speech and a performance. “We must keep on keeping on until we are truly a united people of these United States and then we will reach a higher ground,” Wonder said before performing his classic hit “Higher Ground.” His words resonated with the DNC’s theme of unity and progress.

Later in the evening, John Legend paid tribute to the late Prince, one of Minnesota’s most beloved musicians, just before Democratic Vice Presidential Nominee Tim Walz’s keynote address. Legend was joined by singer and drummer Sheila E. for a high-energy performance of "Let's Go Crazy!"—a nod to Walz's home state, where he currently serves as governor.

In addition to musical performances, Day 3 of the DNC featured a range of celebrity speakers. Emcee Mindy Kaling, comedian Kenan Thompson, and iconic TV host Oprah Winfrey, who was a last-minute addition to the lineup, all took the stage. Poet and activist Amanda Gorman also recited her new work, "This Sacred Scene," adding to the evening's impactful moments.

The DNC has seen a series of star-studded appearances, with Pink set to close out the convention on the final night, according to CNN.