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Country Star HARDY Raises $350K for Cancer Fight
4 Dec
Summary
- Singer HARDY hosted Country vs. Cancer benefit concert.
- The event successfully raised over $350,000.
- HARDY's family history fuels his commitment to cancer research.
Country music star HARDY hosted the American Cancer Society's Country vs. Cancer benefit concert at The Pinnacle in Nashville on Tuesday, December 2nd. The event, which also featured music industry icons Miranda Lambert and Dierks Bentley, exceeded its fundraising goals, generating over $350,000 for cancer research and patient support. HARDY, who co-chairs The HARDY Fund, expressed his profound gratitude for the opportunity to leverage his musical platform for such a critical cause.
The decision to involve Lambert and Bentley stemmed from HARDY's personal connections and their shared compassion for fighting cancer. He highlighted their willingness to participate, underscoring their kindness and commitment to the cause. This philanthropic endeavor is particularly meaningful to HARDY, as he has personal experience with the devastating impact of cancer through his grandmothers' battles with the disease.
Reflecting on the personal toll cancer has taken, HARDY is driven to support the American Cancer Society's 110-year mission. He acknowledged cancer as a formidable adversary, noting its incurable and deadly nature. HARDY remains dedicated to contributing financially to research, aiming to find effective treatments and cures for the disease, and expressed his deep appreciation for the Nashville music industry's support.
