Prince Harry and John Travolta's Unexpected Bromance Takes Flight at Legends of Aviation Awards

Prince Harry and John Travolta shared more than just a red carpet moment at the annual Legends of Aviation Awards in Los Angeles—they apparently bonded "like brothers" at the star-studded event. The Duke of Sussex, who was previously honored as a Living Legend for his service as an Apache helicopter pilot, playfully ribbed Travolta over his famous 1985 dance with Princess Diana at the White House. Harry quipped, "I was one year old when you danced with my mum. As you’ve told everybody here and continue to dine out on that probably every single night." Talk about holding onto a dance card for decades!

Despite the lighthearted banter, Harry and Travolta’s camaraderie was undeniable, with fellow aviation enthusiast Greg Herrick describing their bond as brotherly. Harry joked about their next adventure: "If we’re not going to dance together, we’ll fly together." The bromance in the air was almost as thick as the Hollywood crowd below, which included the likes of Morgan Freeman.

Switching to a more somber note, Harry used his platform at the 2025 ceremony to honor the first responders who risked their lives battling the devastating January wildfires in Los Angeles. He praised these "quiet heroes" for their courage and commitment, saying, "Time and again, what I’ve seen—what the world sees—is that first responders rise to that challenge every single time, yet we rarely get the chance to thank them." Harry emphasized that these community members, who never ask for recognition, deserve to be celebrated for their bravery.

The wildfires earlier this year forced tens of thousands to evacuate and destroyed homes and businesses across nearly 40,000 acres, including the Altadena area. Harry’s remarks came just months after he and wife Meghan Markle were labeled "disaster tourists" by actress Justine Bateman for their visit to a Pasadena evacuation site during the fires. Meghan was notably absent from the aviation awards, having recently spoken at the TIME100 Summit in New York City.

While the Dancing King of the Disco Era and the Duke of Helicopters may seem like an odd pairing, their shared appreciation for aviation and a good joke proves that even the most unlikely friendships can soar. And in classic Harry style, he made sure the real spotlight fell on the heroes who fly into danger when everyone else is running the other way.