Fergie is flyin’ first class to Georgia.
The Black Eyed Peas alum was a surprise guest in Ludacris’ set at ONE Musicfest in Atlanta on Oct. 26, and they reminded fans of their g-l-a-m-o-r-o-u-s musical chemistry.
“We Got FERGIE OUT THE F---IN HOUSE!” Ludacris (born Christian Brian Bridges) wrote on his Oct. 27 Instagram post, which sees him and Fergie, 50, performing their 2006 duet “Glamorous.” “ATLANTA WENT CRAZY! Love to my Sis.”
During the show, the “Clumsy” singer (born Stacey Ann Ferguson) sang the track’s memorable chorus while Ludacris, 48, helped her down the stairs. The duo then shared a hug before the Word of Mouf rapper gave her a shoutout, telling the crowd that she hasn’t “performed in seven damn years.”
But that wasn’t the end of the nostalgia. To celebrate her comeback, Fergie—who shares son Axl, 12, with ex Josh Duhamel––performed another timeless hit from her The Dutchess album: “London Bridge.”
And true to her and Ludacris’ bond, she thanked him for welcoming her back to the stage.
“Loved being able to honor you,” she wrote in the post’s comments section, before praising the longevity of his iconic career. “Cheers to 25 years.”
Fergie’s latest outing comes eight years after she left Black Eyed Peas in June 2017. At the time, member will.I.am noted that she was focused on “working on her solo project” Double Dutchess, which she released three months after her departure. Then, the band—whom the “Fergalicious” singer worked with alongside members Apl.de.ap and Taboo since 2002—then offered more insight into her exit three years later.
“She’s focusing on being a mom,” will.I.am told Billboard in 2020. “That’s a hard job, and that’s what she really wants to do and we’re here for her. It’s really the way Fergie designed it, so we’re respecting her design. We love Fergie, and we don’t want anything but awesomeness for her.”
Indeed, Fergie has been making memories with Axl since she stepped away from the spotlight. In fact, she dedicated a sweet tribute to him on his 12th birthday earlier this fall.
“I am so proud to see how independent you’re becoming and what a kind human you are,” she captioned her Aug. 29 Instagram post, sharing several photos of her son from over the years. “Discovering everything you’re into and watching you grow brings such joy. I feel so lucky to be your mom.”
Keep reading to see more of Fergie and Axl’s sweetest family photos…
Family Photo
Fergie and Josh Duhamel snapped a photo with son Axl Jack Duhamel while attending a Pandora Summer Crush event in Los Angeles in 2016.
Red Carpet Moment
Axl joined mom Fergie—born Stacy Ann Ferguson—for another public outing in 2017, stepping out at a SiriusXM Studios event in New York.
Ahoy!
Fergie and Axl snapped a selfie at a pirate party when he was 4 years old.
Play Ball
Fergie and Josh took their son to the Los Angeles Dodgers against the Boston Red Sox in 2016.
Keep on Truckin'
The father-son duo had some fun at the Monster Jam Celebrity Event in 2018.
Ready to Rumble
Josh and Axl get silly at the red carpet premiere of The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part in 2019.
Cheesin'
Josh wished his son a happy 6th birthday in 2019, writing, "Never a dull moment with this kid. Happy Birthday, Axl Jack!"
Adventure Awaits
The All My Children actor added an outdoorsy photo to the birthday tribute, showing the pair making a splash during a lake trip.
Three Generations
Axl bonded with his grandfather Jon Patrick Ferguson in July 2020, when Fergie wrote, "Happy 73rd birthday dad!! We love you so much."
Out of This World
"Happy 7th Birthday #AxlJack," the musician wrote in 2020. "You are my world."
Birthday Boy
Her birthday post to her son also unveiled a sweet snap of him flashing a smile during a boat outing.
Twinning
"I am so grateful to be your mommy Axl Jack," the "Big Girls Don't Cry" singer captioned this photo of their Burberry matching moment in May 2023.
Father and Son
"To my buddy boy...you bring my life a lot of joy," Josh wrote on Instagram on Father's Day 2023. "Love you kid."
All Grown Up
Fergie marked Axl's 10th birthday in August 2023 with a series of photos of her boy, including this silly shot.
Just Vibes
"To my caring, funny, outgoing, loving, smart, talkative, creative super hero enthusiast," she wrote in her birthday tribute. "Happy 10th birthday punky!!! I love you Axl Jack."
Big Brother
Axl became a big brother in January 2024, when Josh welcomed baby boy Shepherd with wife Audra Mari.
Jump Around
As an avid soccer fan, Axl rang in his 11th birthday in 2024 while wearing his favorite jersey.
"It is so fun watching you grow in every phase of your life," Fergie wrote on Insrtagram. "No matter what jersey you’re wearing I’ll always be your biggest cheerleader for anything you want to do in life. I love you beyond word."