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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Mark Kennedy

FireAid benefit concert raised more than $100 million so far

APTOPIX FireAid Benefit Concert - (Invision)

The stars came out for FireAid and so did wallets — the massive benefit concert last week to raise money for those affected by the devastating Los Angeles-area wildfires is expected to raise more than $100 million.

Over 50 million viewers streamed the over six-hour concert Thursday on 28 broadcasting and online outlets. The money raised includes ticket sales, sponsorships, merchandise sales and donations from the public, including $1 million from the band U2.

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