FireAid benefit concert: Billie Eilish, Lady Gaga, Rod Stewart lead star-studded lineup for wildfire relief
The FireAid benefit concert on January 30 will feature a dazzling lineup, including Billie Eilish, Lady Gaga, Rod Stewart, and many more, raising funds for wildfire relief in Los Angeles. With millions already pledged, this event aims to support both immediate recovery and long-term fire prevention efforts.
Music Meets Charity: A Star-Studded Lineup for FireAid
In response to the devastating California wildfires, a benefit concert called
FireAid will be held on January 30, featuring a galaxy of musical stars to raise money for relief efforts. Performers include Billie Eilish, Lady Gaga, Rod Stewart, Green Day, and Joni Mitchell, all of whom have strong ties to California. The concert will take place at both the Intuit Dome and the Kia Forum in Inglewood, Los Angeles. The funds raised will aid both short-term recovery efforts and long-term initiatives to prevent future fires, providing essential support to communities in crisis.
Full Lineup of Performers:
- Billie Eilish and Finneas
- Dave Matthews and John Mayer
- Earth, Wind & Fire
- Gracie Abrams
- Green Day
- Gwen Stefani
- Jelly Roll
- Joni Mitchell
- Katy Perry
- Lady Gaga
- Lil Baby
- P!nk
- Red Hot Chili Peppers
- Rod Stewart
- Sting
- Stephen Stills
- Stevie Nicks
- Tate McRae
The FireAid Event: Where to Watch and How to Donate
While
FireAid will be a live spectacle, fans around the world can tune in to the concert, which will be broadcast across a range of platforms, including Apple Music, Paramount+, and YouTube. The show begins at 6 p.m. local time, but tickets are set to go on sale at noon through Ticketmaster. The concert’s dual-location format will see ticket holders attending one venue or the other, with no access between the two. If you can’t attend in person, the event will be streamed through various digital outlets and shown in select AMC theaters. Donations can also be made via the FireAid website to support both immediate recovery efforts and long-term wildfire prevention.
Celebrity Power and Philanthropy: The Donations Keep Pouring In
The FireAid concert has already garnered significant financial support, with Steve Ballmer, owner of the Los Angeles Clippers, pledging $15 million, and the Walt Disney Co. matching that amount. Other Hollywood stars and sports organizations are joining in, with celebrities like Gwen Stefani, Katy Perry, and Sting leading the charge. The funds raised will go directly to a nonprofit under the guidance of the Annenberg Foundation, ensuring that both immediate relief efforts and long-term solutions are funded. This outpouring of generosity highlights the solidarity of the entertainment industry in the face of catastrophe, offering both financial assistance and emotional support for those affected.
