This weekend commemorates the 40th anniversary of Live Aid, the star-studded charity concerts organized by Bob Geldof and Midge Ure to support famine relief efforts in Ethiopia.
On July 13, 1985, two concerts occurred simultaneously: one at Wembley Stadium in London and another at JFK Stadium in Philadelphia, USA.
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Among the artists who performed were Queen, David Bowie, George Michael, Elton John, Madonna, and The Beach Boys. Phil Collins infamously played at Wembley and then took a Concorde to perform in Philadelphia as well.
An estimated £150 million was raised, with over £7 million coming from Ireland.
Watch the video to hear Bairbre share her reflections on what it was like to attend this monumental event.
