The Concert for New York City is re-airing across MTV, VH1, MTV2, and Logo at 7 p.m. ET, marking the 25th anniversary of the historic Madison Square Garden benefit show that united musicians, first responders, and New Yorkers weeks after the September 11 attacks, justjared.com reported.
MTV networks air special event benefit
MTV, VH1, MTV2, and Logo will air the special event starting at 7 p.m. ET. The original benefit took place on October 20, 2001, at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
John Sykes, a member of Robin Hood’s Board of Directors, noted that the initial concert brought together the music community, first responders, dignitaries, and residents in an extraordinary demonstration of unity, generosity, and resolve. Proceeds from the original 2001 event went directly to Robin Hood, an anti-poverty organization supporting low-income New Yorkers whose livelihoods disappeared overnight.
Historic Lineup of Performers and Celebrity Guests
The 2001 benefit featured an extensive roster of rock and pop royalty. Musical performances included sets by Paul McCartney, The Who, David Bowie, Elton John, Eric Clapton, Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Billy Joel, Bon Jovi, James Taylor, Jay-Z, Destiny’s Child, Backstreet Boys, John Mellencamp, Kid Rock, Melissa Etheridge, Five for Fighting, Goo Goo Dolls, Macy Gray, Janet Jackson via remote telecast, and Buddy Guy.
Dozens of notable actors, athletes, and political figures also participated in the event. The celebrity roster featured Adam Sandler, Billy Crystal, Jim Carrey, Mike Myers, Jimmy Fallon, Harrison Ford, John Cusack, Mark Wahlberg, Leonardo DiCaprio, Susan Sarandon, Richard Gere, Will Ferrell, Halle Berry, David Spade, Hilary Swank, Robert De Niro, Meg Ryan, Julia Stiles, Salma Hayek, Natalie Portman, Michael J. Fox, Chris Kattan, Derek Jeter, Howard Stern, Joe Torre, Tom Daschle, Rudy Giuliani, Bill Clinton, Hillary Clinton, and George Pataki.
25 years ago, The Concert for New York City was a show of unity and resolve, just weeks after 9/11.Thousands of first responders and New Yorkers watched live performances from The Rolling Stones, Janet Jackson, Elton John, Paul McCartney and many more, in a landmark concert… pic.twitter.com/tFiSolgwRy
Frequently Asked Questions About the 25th Anniversary Broadcast
Where can viewers watch the re-airing of the Concert for New York City?
The benefit concert is broadcasting simultaneously on MTV, VH1, MTV2, and Logo. The special starts at 7 p.m. ET.
Who received the funds raised during the original 2001 concert?
Proceeds from the Madison Square Garden event went to Robin Hood, an anti-poverty organization that assisted low-income New Yorkers and families of first responders affected by the 9/11 attacks.
When did the original concert take place?
The historic benefit concert originally happened on October 20, 2001, just weeks after the September 11 attacks.
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