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The Disneyland Report > Disney News > Musicians and Hollywood stars raise money for tsunami victims Disney NewsMusicians and Hollywood stars raise money for tsunami victimsAssociated Press LOS ANGELES -- With Norah Jones singing "we're all in this thing together," movie and music stars contributed their talents for a hastily arranged benefit for tsunami victims televised live on Saturday. The two-hour program aired on NBC Universal-owned stations, with all donations going to the American Red Cross International Response Fund. "We have a choice," actor Clint Eastwood said. "We can either look away or we can help." Hollywood stars answering phones and taking pledges in the NBC Universal studios in Los Angeles included Matt Damon, Brad Pitt, Leonardo DiCaprio, Ben Affleck, Nicolas Cage, Tom Selleck and James Caan. Madonna sang John Lennon's "Imagine," dressed in a black dress. Actors told stories about the tsunami, and NBC showed pictures of the effects of the devastating waves and the agony of children left behind. Morgan Freeman told of a 60-year-old man in Sri Lanka who survived for two weeks before being found by rescuers. "Miracles do happen," he said. "You can be that miracle also." Gloria Estefan sang "There's Always Tomorrow," former Beach Boy Brian Wilson sang "Love and Mercy." Other performers included Maroon 5 and Sarah McLachlan. Viewers were continually urged to call 1-800-HELPNOW or log on to the Red Cross' Web site. Besides NBC, the program was carried on CNBC, MSNBC, USA, Bravo, Telemundo, Pax TV, Trio and the Sci-Fi Channel. Sony's Connect music store will offer downloads of live performances from the concert, with proceeds going to the American Red Cross. SBC Communications is underwriting the commercial-free program. Return to Disney News. |
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