Taylor Swift and Celebrities Rally Support for Los Angeles Wildfire Relief
The Los Angeles wildfires have caused widespread devastation, prompting significant donations and relief efforts from celebrities, corporations, and organizations.
Overview
- The Los Angeles wildfires have burned over 40,000 acres, destroyed more than 12,000 homes and businesses, and claimed at least 25 lives, with thousands still displaced.
- Taylor Swift donated to 10 organizations aiding wildfire victims and encouraged her 282 million Instagram followers to contribute to relief efforts.
- Major donations include $15 million each from Disney and the Ballmer Group, $10 million from Netflix, Amazon, and Comcast, and $2.5 million from Beyoncé's BeyGOOD Foundation.
- A benefit concert, FireAid, featuring artists like Lady Gaga, Billie Eilish, and Stevie Nicks, is scheduled for January 30 to raise funds for rebuilding and recovery.
- Celebrities such as Jamie Lee Curtis, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Paris Hilton have also made significant contributions, while local sports teams and corporations provide additional support.