UPDATE: Charlie Puth has just been confirmed to join the star-studded lineup for the Global Citizen Festival: Amazônia, taking place next weekend on November 1 in Belém, Brazil. This urgent event aims to raise an astonishing $1 billion to protect and restore the Amazon rainforest, making it a critical moment for environmental activism.
Puth will take the stage alongside renowned artists including Anitta, Chris Martin of Coldplay, and Brazilian music legends such as Seu Jorge and Gilberto Gil. The festival will be held at the Estádio Olímpico, known as Mangueirão, and promises to amplify the voices of indigenous peoples and local communities from the Amazon.
This year’s festival emphasizes sustainability, committing to a zero carbon footprint in line with Global Citizen’s campaign to protect the Amazon rainforest. Puth expressed his excitement, stating, “I’m honored to be part of such an important cause for our planet and can’t wait to see you on November 1st.”
In addition to Puth, the festival has announced Vivi Batidão to perform during the pre-show, along with presenters Alane Dias, Ricardinho, and Luiza Zveiter. The event will be co-hosted by Brazilian celebrities including Regina Casé and Hugo Gloss, with special appearances from Rodrigo Santoro and Estevão Ciavatta.
The festival will be broadcast live starting at 6 p.m. ET and will also air on Globo across Brazil. With a focus on urgent environmental issues, this event could mark a significant moment for raising awareness and funding to combat climate change.
As the world watches, the Global Citizen Festival: Amazônia is set to be a pivotal gathering for artists and activists alike, emphasizing the pressing need to protect our planet’s vital ecosystems. Stay tuned for live coverage and updates as this inspiring event unfolds next weekend!
