Rock legend Jon Bon Jovi played a pivotal role in helping a woman off the ledge of the Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge in Nashville, Tennessee, on Tuesday. Bon Jovi, who was filming a music video at the time, approached the woman along with a production assistant after noticing her standing on the outside ledge.
Footage of Jon Bon Jovi saving a woman’s life by talking with her and getting her off the edge of committing suicide
Absolutely love this guy & his compassion towards people
My hero not only as a musician, but as a human being
Hope this lady is doing a lot better
If you or… pic.twitter.com/RrDKTfUhe7
— Jerry Braden (@Jerrybraden92) September 11, 2024
According to police, Bon Jovi and his team engaged in conversation with the woman, eventually persuading her to come back to safety. Footage of the incident, initially shared online, showed the assistant helping the woman turn toward the bridge, after which Bon Jovi and his colleague lifted her back over the railing.
The Metro Nashville Police Department and Fire Department responded to the scene following a call from a witness. Bon Jovi, best known for his philanthropic efforts and music career, declined to comment on the event. Many have since hailed his actions as heroic.
If you or someone you know is in crisis, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by dialing 9-8-8.
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