Rock legend Jon Bon Jovi has received accolades from law enforcement for his compassionate act in aiding a woman in crisis on a bridge in Nashville, Tennessee, on Tuesday evening. The Metropolitan Nashville Police Department released a video showcasing Bon Jovi and his team at the John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge when they encountered a woman precariously positioned over the Cumberland River. According to police reports, Bon Jovi, who is 62 years old, along with others, engaged with the woman and successfully encouraged her to step back onto the bridge. Chief John Drake commented, “It takes all of us to help keep each other safe.”
Bon Jovi was reportedly in Nashville to film a music video on the bridge, as indicated by additional footage shared on social media. In the police-released video, the woman in blue is observed gripping the railing while perched on the ledge. As she stands there, Bon Jovi’s team can be seen nearby preparing camera equipment. Bon Jovi approaches the woman, greeting her and leaning against the railing beside her.
After approximately a minute of conversation, with assistance from another woman, Bon Jovi helps the distressed individual back onto the pedestrian walkway. Following this, he embraces her in a hug once she is safe, as more people gather around. Shortly after, police footage captures Bon Jovi leaving the scene alongside her. The Metro Nashville Police Department acknowledged Bon Jovi’s efforts on social media, stating, “A shout out to Jon Bon Jovi and his team for helping a woman on the Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge Tuesday night. Bon Jovi helped persuade her to come off the ledge over the Cumberland River to safety.”