Billie Eilish Calls on Billionaires to Do More for People in Need
Billie Eilish has announced a $11.5 million donation from her 'Hit Me Hard and Soft' tour proceeds to organizations tackling food equity, climate justice, and environmental challenges.
During her acceptance of the Wall Street Journal Magazine's Music Innovator of the Year award, Eilish addressed the affluent attendees, including Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg.
"We're in a time right now when the world is really, really bad and really dark,"
Eilish questioned the motivations behind extreme wealth accumulation, highlighting wealth disparity.
Author's summary: Billie Eilish donates $11.5 million to charity.
- Tour proceeds: $11.5 million
- Causes: food equity, climate justice, environmental challenges
- Award: Music Innovator of the Year