Idol Gives Back

Every year the famous competition show, American Idol, holds an "Idol Gives Back" episode. This year they have raised money on three different episodes of the show. Creator, Simon Fuller, started this organization to help out with communities around the globe. Idol Gives Back is a way for the millions of Idol viewers to donate money to several different charities, while they are entertained by several different musicians who perform on the show. This year's "Idol Gives Back" was last Wednesday. It was a very successful year for "American Idol." It was a very fun and exciting show, yet very emotional as they showed different clips from people and places around the world that are suffering. The show featured celebrities like, Victoria Beckham, Morgan Freeman, Jennifer Garner, and many more. Exciting performances from artist such as, Elton John, Alicia Keys, and Carrie Underwood excited the audience. They also showed cameos from actors, Jim Carrey, Jonah Hill, and Russell Brand to bring in a comedic factor. The show was a huge success and they raised nearly 45 million dollars for five different organizations. It is also an easy way to give money, all you have to do is call the number on the screen while you watch the show! I think this is a great way to bring America together.