Alicia Keys delighted fans with a surprise appearance at Julius, New York City’s oldest gay bar, during a celebration marking the 10th anniversary of Sam Smith’s debut album, “In The Lonely Hour.” The event, held during Pride in NYC, featured New York’s funniest drag queen, Lady Bunny, as the DJ.

The celebration took an amusing turn when Lady Bunny playfully introduced Alicia Keys as “Alice Keys” and pretended not to recognize the renowned singer and pianist. “I said she was an emerging new artist,” Bunny later shared on social media. “She was a great sport, and giggled at it. Sam was super nice and sounded fab!” The playful jest added a humorous touch to the festive evening.

In her post, Lady Bunny also expressed admiration for Alicia Keys, specifically apologizing for not playing her 2005 hit “Unbreakable,” which she described as a masterpiece. The event was a joyous and light-hearted tribute to Sam Smith’s milestone, with Alicia Keys’ surprise appearance adding an extra layer of excitement and celebration to the night.