Amid all the singing and interviews and pressure to make it in Hollywood, ‘American Idol’ actually slips in some good, humanitarian work. This year the giving is starting early to benefit the earthquake victims in Haiti, and last year’s ‘American Idol’ winner Kris Allen will go to Haiti to offer a first hand account of the devastation.
‘American Idol’ teamed up with the United Nations Foundation to dedicate the February 25 ‘American Idol’ episode to Haiti. During the results show — and yes, there will be results — viewers will see a video of Kris from his trip to Haiti, hear his music, and be encouraged to donate to the relief efforts via texting or an online web site. All the funds go to the bigger ‘Idol Gives Back’ drive that culminates with the April 21st special episode.
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