At Saturday’s United Hatzalah concert, Ambassadors Mike Huckabee and David Friedman joined comedian Elon Gold to electrify the crowd with “Sweet Home Yerushalayim” (to the tune of “Sweet Home Alabama”), a rousing moment of unity and support for Israel.
In a show-stopping highlight of Saturday night’s United Hatzalah benefit, a trio of high-profile performers—Ambassador Mike Huckabee, Ambassador David Friedman, and comedian-actor Elon Gold—came together on stage to deliver a jubilant rendition of “Sweet Home Yerushalayim”, sung to the classic tune of “Sweet Home Alabama.” Their spirited performance, a bridge between American friendship and Israeli resilience, electrified the audience and became the emotional centerpiece of the evening.
United Hatzalah’s concert — a celebration of lifesaving volunteer medics and civic solidarity — was given a memorable lift as two prominent U.S. envoys stood side-by-side with a Jewish entertainer to sing a hymn to Jerusalem. The moment underscored broad international backing for Israel’s emergency responders and highlighted how culture and music can convert grief into collective strength. For many in attendance, the trio’s anthem distilled a simple message: allies stand with Israel in both crisis and celebration.
