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Olivia Rodrigo, Stevie Wonder, and Peso Pluma join star-studded FireAid Benefit concert for victims of LA fires

Olivia Rodrigo, Stevie Wonder, and Peso Pluma join star-studded FireAid Benefit concert for victims of LA fires

Olivia Rodrigo, Stevie Wonder, and Peso Pluma are among the latest music artists to be added to this month’s FireAid Benefit concert.

The 21-year-old Vampire singer, 74-year-old living legend, and 25-year-old Mexican musician will take the stage at the Kia Forum and Intuit Dome in LA’s Inglewood neighborhood on January 30.

Proceeds will go to the victims of the unprecedented Los Angeles wildfires that blazed through the city in the first weeks of the New Year.

Other big names slated to perform include Lady Gaga, Billie Eilish, Green Day, Katy Perry, Stevie Nicks, and Jelly Roll.

No Doubt has also joined the bill, according to a report from Rolling Stone.

Pink, Joni Mitchell, Red H๏τ Chili Peppers, Rod Stewart, Sting, Tate McRae, Dave Matthews and John Mayer will also lend their voices to the fundraiser. 

Olivia Rodrigo, Stevie Wonder, and Peso Pluma are among the latest music artists to be added to this month's FireAid Benefit concert; Olivia pictured in 2024

Olivia Rodrigo, Stevie Wonder, and Peso Pluma are among the latest music artists to be added to this month’s FireAid Benefit concert; Olivia pictured in 2024 

Tickets for the one-night-only event will go on sale via Ticketmaster at 12pm PT on January 22. 

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People who wish to donate to fire victims can do so via FireAidLA.org.

Information regarding tickets, donations and sponsorships for the benefit concert will be emailed after signing up at the aforementioned link.

Performances will be live-streamed globally.

Participating artists are based in Los Angeles, adding a heartfelt local touch to the benefit. 

Over 100,000 Los Angeles residents were forced to flee their homes and 24 have been confirmed ᴅᴇᴀᴅ as a result of the firestorms, which began on the morning of January 7.

The devastation in Southern California began when the combination of heavy wind and a lack of rain created the perfect condition for a brush fire.

The Eaton Fire as burned over 14,000 acres while the Palisades Fire has scorched nearly 24,000 acres.

Celebrities and working class residents alike are picking up the pieces after their Los Angeles neighborhoods were reduced to ash as wildfires began tearing through the city.

Warner Bros. pledged $15 million to wildfire relief, while Sony has promised another $5 million, according to ᴅᴇᴀᴅline.

The 74-year-old living legend will perform with other A-list musicians; Stevie seen in 2024

The 74-year-old living legend will perform with other A-list musicians; Stevie seen in 2024

The 25-year-old Mexican musician will sing his hit songs at the upcoming benefit concert; Peso pictured in 2024

The 25-year-old Mexican musician will sing his hit songs at the upcoming benefit concert; Peso pictured in 2024

Over 100,000 Los Angeles residents were forced to flee their homes and 24 have been confirmed ᴅᴇᴀᴅ as a result of the firestorms, which began on the morning of January 7; A burning house in Altadena pictured on January 8

Over 100,000 Los Angeles residents were forced to flee their homes and 24 have been confirmed ᴅᴇᴀᴅ as a result of the firestorms, which began on the morning of January 7; A burning house in Altadena pictured on January 8

An aerial look at the stunning devastation in Malibu brought on by the Palisades Fire

An aerial look at the stunning devastation in Malibu brought on by the Palisades Fire

The donations followed Amazon’s pledge of $10 million, while stars like Eva Longoria ($1 million) and Jamie Lee Curtis ($1 million) have also donated.

The Pacific Palisades was home to celebrities including Reese Witherspoon, Anna Farris, Tyra Banks and many more.

Paris Hilton lost her Malibu mansion in the blaze and launched an emergency fund, starting with a $100,000 donation to other victims.

Along with her generous contribution, the heiress revealed that she will match ‘additional dollars raised up to $100,000 more.’

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