In a powerful opening performance at the FireAid benefit concert, pop sensation Billie Eilish made a surprise appearance alongside Green Day to deliver an emotional rendition of "Last Night on Earth" at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles on Thursday night.
The unexpected collaboration saw Green Day's frontman Billie Joe Armstrong perform the first verse of the song from their 2009 album "21st Century Breakdown," before Eilish emerged on stage wearing a black-and-red striped top to join for the second verse. The duo's performance resonated deeply with the audience, particularly during the poignant chorus: "If I lose everything in the fire/ I'm sending all my love to you."
The performance set the perfect tone for the benefit concert, which aimed to support victims of the recent Los Angeles wildfires that claimed 29 lives and devastated numerous neighborhoods earlier this month. Following their duet, Armstrong addressed the crowd with a heartfelt message: "Los Angeles! We are still alive! We love Los Angeles, and we've got your back."
Green Day continued their set with "Still Breathing" and their classic hit "When I Come Around" before passing the stage to other performers. The star-studded benefit, held simultaneously at the Kia Forum and Intuit Dome, featured an impressive lineup including Lady Gaga, Stevie Nicks, Olivia Rodrigo, and Joni Mitchell, among others.
All proceeds from FireAid will support rebuilding efforts in Los Angeles and provide assistance to displaced families affected by the wildfires. The event combined musical performances with speeches from fire victims and celebrity speakers, including Billy Crystal and Samuel L. Jackson, creating a meaningful blend of entertainment and awareness for the cause.