Recent Celebrity Charity Events 1. The Global Citizen Live Event, hosted by Hugh Jackman and Deborra-lee Furness, aimed to end extreme poverty by 2030 through performances by various artists and calls to action from activists. 2. Hand in Hand: A Benefit For Hurricane Relief, organized in response to hurricanes Harvey, Irma, and Maria, raised over $44 million for relief efforts through a star-studded concert featuring Oprah Winfrey, Beyoncé， George Strait, and more. 3. One Love Manchester, held by Ariana Grande after a terrorist attack at her concert, raised funds for the victims' families and showcased the resilience and solidarity of Manchester through performances by Miley Cyrus, Pharrell Williams, Katy Perry, and others.
Recent Celebrity Charity Events
1. The Global Citizen Live Event
- Date: September 25, 2021
- Location: Various locations around the world
- Hosted by: Hugh Jackman and Deborra-lee Furness
- Performers: Ed Sheeran, Shawn Mendes, Coldplay, BTS, Jennifer Lopez, Usher, Lizzo, Meek Mill, Doja Cat, and special guests
- Goal: To end extreme poverty by 2030
Key Points:
- The event aimed to rally support for global vaccine equity by calling on leaders to commit funds to purchase doses for the poorest nations.
- It featured performances and calls to action from various artists and activists.
- The event also sought to defend democracy, address climate change, and break systemic barriers to health, education, and economic opportunity.
2. Hand in Hand: A Benefit For Hurricane Relief
- Date: September 12, 2017
- Location: Nashville, Tennessee
- Hosted by: Billy Ray Cyrus, Faith Hill, Tim McGraw, and More
- Performers: Oprah Winfrey, Beyoncé， George Strait, Miranda Lambert, Chris Stapleton, Reba McEntire, Robert Downey Jr., Jamie Foxx, and more
- Goal: To raise funds for hurricane relief efforts in Texas, Florida, Puerto Rico, and other affected areas
Key Points:
- The benefit concert was organized in response to the devastation caused by Hurricanes Harvey, Irma, and Maria.
- The event raised over $44 million for various organizations providing assistance to those affected by the hurricanes.
- It showcased the power of music and celebrity influence in bringing attention to important causes and inspiring others to give back.
3. One Love Manchester
- Date: June 4, 2017
- Location: Manchester, England
- Hosted by: Ariana Grande
- Performers: Miley Cyrus, Pharrell Williams, Katy Perry, Justin Bieber, Coldplay, and more
- Goal: To honor the victims of the Manchester Arena bombing and raise funds for their families
Key Points:
- The benefit concert was held two weeks after a terrorist attack occurred at an Ariana Grande concert in Manchester, killing 22 people and injuring dozens more.
- All net ticket proceeds from the event went towards the We Love Manchester Emergency Fund, which was set up by Manchester City Council and the British Red Cross to support the victims and their families.
- The concert served as a powerful tribute to the resilience of the city of Manchester and its people, as well as a demonstration of solidarity and love in the face of tragedy.