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Steve Carell Covers Prom Costs for California Students Impacted by Wildfires

The actor partnered with the nonprofit Alice's Kids to fund prom tickets for over 800 seniors from six high schools in Altadena, California.

  • Steve Carell announced in a video that Alice's Kids, a Virginia-based charity, will pay for prom tickets for seniors at six Altadena high schools affected by January's Eaton Fire.
  • The initiative will cover tickets for more than 800 students, with a total donation of approximately $175,000 from Alice's Kids.
  • The Eaton Fire, one of the most destructive wildfires in Los Angeles history, destroyed thousands of homes and structures, displacing many students and families.
  • Carell's involvement stems from his long-time support of Alice's Kids, a nonprofit that provides financial assistance to children for needs like school events, field trips, and more.
  • Students reacted with cheers and gratitude during assemblies where the announcement video was shown, offering a moment of joy during ongoing recovery efforts.
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