Virus: Elton John-led concert raises $8M; Rihanna ups aid
Associated PressFrom finding ways to help others cope to sheltering in place to canceling events, here’s a look at some of the ways the entertainment industry is reacting to the spread of the coronavirus, which most people recover from but can cause severe illness in the elderly and those with preexisting medical conditions. CONCERT RAISES MILLIONS The Elton John-led starry benefit concert that featured Billie Eilish, Mariah Carey and Alicia Keys on Sunday has raised nearly $8 million to battle the coronavirus. RIHANNA OPENS HER PURSE AGAIN Rihanna’s Clara Lionel Foundation is donating $1 million in grants toward COVID-19 response — a number that is being matched by Jay-Z’s Shawn Carter Foundation. Last week, the Clara Lionel Foundation gave $5 million to the response efforts against the coronavirus, with the money going to food banks, testing, healthcare worker training, virus prevention and distribution of critical respiratory supplies. The statement said they “cannot in good conscience risk the health and well-being of our fans, artists, staff and country music community.” The festival is also a major fundraising event that contributes to the CMA Foundation, which provides money for music education.
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