Published 16:15 IST, April 2nd 2020

Elton John's 'Living Room Concert for America' raises $8 million for COVID-19 relief funds

Elton John's 'Living Room Concert for America' raised nearly $8 million for COVID-19 relief funds. Billie Eilish, Mariah Carey, and others performed as well.

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Singer Elton John’s ‘Living Room Concert For America’ has reportedly raised $8 million. This concert featured artists like Billie Eilish, Mariah Carey, Alicia Keys, and many ors. Elton John hosted this concert on Sunday. concert t only featured performances by many ace singers but also a special mess from many celebrities. 

Elton John raised $8M with ‘Living Room Concert for America’

Coronavirus lockdown has led to several countries being under complete lockdown. lockdown has affected several industries and workers. Amidst this lockdown, many celebrities and organisations have stepped in to help m and provide aid.

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Recently, singer Elton John hosted a ‘Living Room Concert for America’ to help victims of Coronavirus lockdown. Billie Eilish, Mariah Carey, Alicia Keys and many more artists performed during this live concert. According to a media portal’s report, Elton John’s concert raised nearly $8 million for two Coronavirus relief funds.

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se musicians performed from ir homes for this hour-long concert. concert was also aired on channels like Fox and also on iHeartMedia radio stations. concert also encourd people to donate funds to organisations like Feeding America and First Responders Children’s Foundation.

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benefit special aired on YouTube on Wednesday. streaming website has also decided to donate an undisclosed amount for cause. Apart from Billie Eilish, Alicia Keys, and Mariah Carey artists like Backstreet Boys, Billie Joe Armstrong, Camila Cabello, H.E.R., Sam Smith. Tim McGraw, Dave Grohl also performed for this concert. Apart from performances Elton John’s special benefit concert also featured messs from several artists. Ben Falcone, Ciara, Ellen DeGeneres, Demi Lovato, Lady Gaga, Ken Jeong, Lizzo, Ryan Seacrest, Melissa McCarthy, Russell Wilson, and many ors. This benefit special was also organised to appreciate all healthcare professionals working tirelessly during pandemic. 

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16:25 IST, April 2nd 2020