Here's What Went Down On The Festival Grounds At Coachella 2023 | Essence
A surprise performance from Zendaya, to family time with the Smiths, this year's annual party in the desert was full of can't-miss moments
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- Headline moments: Bad Bunny, Blackpink, and Frank Ocean headlined 2023 Coachella, marking notable milestones as the first Latin artist and first K-pop group to headline the festival, respectively, with Frank Ocean’s return adding anticipation for a late-stage moment in the lineup.[2][6]
- Notable performances: Zendaya delivered a surprise onstage appearance during Weekend 2, performing with Labrinth and marking her first live musical set in years. Other standout moments included high-energy sets from Gorillaz, Boygenius, Skrillex, Four Tet, and Fred Again.. in Weekend 2, which garnered widespread attention.[1][4][10]
- Coverage and recap: Major outlets highlighted the historic headlining choice and the festival’s desert vibe, with roundups noting memorable appearances by celebrities in attendance and the overall festival atmosphere.[6][8][9]
Illustration: Zendaya’s surprise appearance became one of the defining moments of Coachella 2023, underscoring the festival’s ongoing crossover appeal between mainstream pop culture and live music.[10][1]
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