Bono is set to headline' the second annual
'American Idol' charity concert, set to take place April 9.
The
U2 frontman will be join
Snoop Dogg,
Fergie,
Annie Lennox,
Mariah Carey,
John Legend and teen sensation
Miley Cyrus, among others.
Bono is set to speak at the event, although he will not be performing.
The event will benefit underprivileged children. Last year's fundraiser yielded approximately $76 million.
Actors
Bradd Pitt and
Reese Witherspoon as well as football stars
Peyton and
Eli Manning will also participate, reports the
Associated Press.
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