Brian May, 77, Joins Benson Boone at Coachella 2025 After Stroke Recovery

Queen guitarist Brian May, 77, made a surprise appearance at Coachella 2025, joining Benson Boone during his set on April 11, 2025. May, who had a minor stroke in September 2024, performed the guitar solo during Boone's rendition of "Bohemian Rhapsody." He also played on Boone's song "Beautiful Things." Boone, 22, wore a fur cloak reminiscent of Freddie Mercury. May teased the performance on Instagram, praising Boone as a "golden 22 year old prodigy." May's appearance came after he revealed a minor stroke that temporarily affected his left arm. His wife, Anita Dobson, stated that he has recovered and is "back to his old self."