Despite the devastating impact of wildfires in the Los Angeles area, the Billboard Music Awards celebrated the city's spirit and resilience. The show, held at Crypto.com Arena, paid tribute to first responders and the music community's strength, featuring a powerful opening performance by Dawes, joined by John Legend, Brad Paisley, Sheryl Crow, Brittany Howard, and St. Vincent. Host Trevor Noah acknowledged the wildfires and offered a show that both celebrates the city and its music legacy.
ByStream Southern California's News Leader and Original Shows 24/7have been transformed by the Los Angeles area wildfires - but the show is already highlighting the city's resiliency.
The award show kicked off Sunday night at LA's Crypto.com Arena in high spirits, drawing attention to first responders and the resilience of the music community. The telecast began with a powerful opening performance of Randy Newman's "I Love L.A." by Dawes - whose members were directly affected by the Eaton fire - backed by John Legend, Brad Paisley, Sheryl Crow, Brittany Howard and St. Vincent.Host Trevor Noah's opening speech was dedicated to those affected by the fires, promising a show that not only celebrates them, but one that also celebrates "the city that brought us so much of that music.
BILLBOARD MUSIC AWARDS WILDFIRE LOS ANGELES MUSIC COMMUNITY RESILIENCE
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