Initially, I thought Stevie including herself in about 2/3 of the photos was an example of her characteristic (and infuriating) narcissism, but it WAS a Stevie show and those screaming, adoring fans were there for her. She was SHARING her space with Christine. That people were screaming “Christine!” as Stevie and her band took bows says the tribute accomplished that goal.
Believe me, I’m quick to criticize Stevie’s borderline delusional sense of self these days, but I saw the tribute as touching. Even if — and I’m saying IF — those tears were not genuine, the audience felt them and the moment.
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