The Weeknd’s one time show in Sao Paulo shut down Ticketmaster Brazil today because 420,000 people were trying to buy tickets.
Diamond-certified global superstar The Weeknd today announced an exclusive one night only stadium show in São Paulo, Brazil on Saturday, September 7, 2024 at Estádio MorumBIS, debuting never-before-seen production.
The performance, produced by Live Nation, follows The Weeknd’s record-breaking 2022/2023 After Hours Til Dawn Tour which saw incredible success across North America, Europe, the UK and Latin America with over 60 sold-out stadium dates with over 3 million attendees. The tour also included two stadium dates in São Paulo at Allianz Parque last October.
United Nations World Food Programme Goodwill Ambassador Abel “The Weeknd” Tesfaye will again partner with the U.N. World Food Programme to contribute funds from the São Paulo show to the XO Humanitarian Fund, which supports the organization’s response to the unprecedented global hunger crisis. $1 local equivalent from each ticket sold will go to this important cause.
Diamond-certified global superstar The Weeknd has announced an exclusive one-night-only stadium show in São Paulo, Brazil, on Saturday, September 7, 2024, at Estádio MorumBIS. This highly anticipated performance will feature never-before-seen production elements, promising an unforgettable experience for fans.
Produced by Live Nation, this show follows The Weeknd’s record-breaking 2022/2023 After Hours Til Dawn Tour, which achieved phenomenal success across North America, Europe, the UK, and Latin America. With over 60 sold-out stadium dates and over 3 million attendees, the tour included two performances in São Paulo at Allianz Parque last October.
To build excitement, The Weeknd released a trailer on Instagram titled “There Are Three Chapters In This Tale,” directed by Evan Larsen. The enigmatic teaser has fans eagerly awaiting the details of any possible additional events.
Tickets for the São Paulo show will be available starting with an artist presale on Monday, July 22, at 10 a.m. BRT. Additional presales will run throughout the week, with general on sale beginning Thursday, July 25, at 10 a.m. BRT. Fans can purchase tickets at TheWeeknd.com/SaoPaulo.
The Weeknd has achieved a historic milestone, becoming the first Canadian artist to earn seven diamond-certified singles. The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) recently certified “Save Your Tears” and “Die For You,” pushing the four-time Grammy winner into this elite category.
With this achievement, The Weeknd joins Post Malone, who holds nine diamond singles, and Rihanna, who also has seven. Diamond certification denotes that an artist has sold at least 10 million equivalent units of a single, a testament to The Weeknd’s widespread appeal and enduring popularity.
Known for his distinctive voice and innovative sound, The Weeknd has consistently pushed the boundaries of contemporary music. His hits, such as “Blinding Lights,” “Starboy,” and “Can’t Feel My Face,” have dominated charts and become anthems for a generation.
Abel “The Weeknd” Tesfaye, through his XO Humanitarian Fund, just pledged to donate $2 million to humanitarian support in Gaza. His donation aims to supply 18 million loaves of bread to support families under threat of starvation in the war-ravaged enclave.
Teaming up with the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP), The Weeknd’s pledge will facilitate the distribution of 1,500 metric tons of fortified wheat flour, benefiting over 157,000 Palestinians. This donation follows his philanthropic gesture in December 2023, where he contributed $2.5 million, providing food parcels to feed 173,000 Palestinians for two weeks. Additionally, The Weeknd encouraged his fans to contribute to the cause and support those in need in Gaza.
This philanthropic move adds to The Weeknd’s growing list of charitable endeavors. Earlier this year, he donated to the Los Angeles-based organization School on Wheels, aiding over 1,000 students experiencing homelessness. Over recent years, he has contributed millions of dollars to various charitable causes, including support for Ethiopia, Lebanon, and Covid relief efforts.
Corinne Fleischer, WFP’s Director for the Middle East, North Africa, and Eastern Europe Region, expressed sincere gratitude for The Weeknd’s compassionate support, highlighting its crucial role in relieving thousands of Palestinian families facing daily hunger. Barron Segar, president and CEO of World Food Program USA, echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the solvability of hunger with adequate funding and access, made possible by The Weeknd’s commitment.
Abel “The Weeknd” Tesfaye, United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) Goodwill Ambassador and multi-platinum recording artist, is extending his support to WFP’s humanitarian efforts in Gaza with an additional $2 million from his XO Humanitarian Fund.
This generous contribution will facilitate the provision of over 1,500 metric tons of fortified wheat flour, capable of producing more than 18 million loaves of bread, sustaining over 157,000 Palestinians for a month.
Tesfaye’s commitment follows his earlier donation of $2.5 million in December 2023, which provided emergency meals for over 173,000 Palestinians. Urging his fans to contribute, Tesfaye highlights the dire situation facing more than 1 million Palestinians grappling with hunger in Gaza.
“With famine looming in Gaza, Abel’s generous support will provide vital relief for thousands of Palestinian families who battle the grip of hunger every day. We are tremendously grateful for his contribution, compassion and for his unwavering advocacy for WFP and the people of Palestine,” said WFP’s Director for the Middle East, North Africa and Eastern Europe Region, Corinne Fleischer.
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WFP’s ongoing efforts involve distributing food in U.N. shelters, communities, and camps, including specialized nutritional products. They aim to support over 100 community kitchens and provide 500,000 hot meals daily, while also aiding in the reactivation of local food systems.
Since becoming a Goodwill Ambassador in 2021, Tesfaye has been actively involved in WFP’s mission, raising $6.5 million through personal donations and the XO Humanitarian Fund. His contributions to Gaza operations total $4.5 million, with an additional $2 million allocated to emergency food assistance in Ethiopia.
“We are very grateful for Abel’s continued support as WFP works to respond to the urgent hunger crisis in Gaza,” said Barron Segar, President and CEO, World Food Program USA. “Hunger is a human-made problem, and as such, it is solvable. We have enough food in this world to feed everyone; all we need is the funding and safe access to make it happen. Thanks to Abel’s designation, families and children will receive the food they so desperately need.”
Through Tesfaye’s unwavering support, WFP continues its vital work in alleviating hunger and restoring stability in regions affected by crisis. For more information on The Weeknd’s collaboration with WFP, visit wfp.org/TheWeeknd.
Authorities in Los Angeles are probing a shooting incident that occurred outside the lavish Encino residence of music producer Cash XO, known offstage as Amir Esmailian, co-founder of XO Records with Grammy-winning artist The Weeknd.
According to Fox 11 Los Angeles, the Los Angeles Police Department responded to multiple 911 calls around 2:30 a.m. on Monday, reporting gunfire near the 101 Freeway and White Oak Avenue. One caller, identified as the victim, alleged being shot near the guard shack by three armed individuals wearing medical masks and hoodies, who fled after the altercation.
The wounded security guard was rushed to a nearby hospital in critical condition, where he underwent surgery. Authorities later provided an update stating that he is expected to survive.
Investigators revealed that at least four individuals were inside the residence during the incident, suggesting Esmailian employed the injured guard. The motive behind the shooting remains under investigation.
The shooting has sparked concerns in the community, raising questions about safety and security in affluent neighborhoods like Encino. As authorities continue their inquiries, residents await further updates on the case, hoping for swift justice and increased vigilance.
United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) Goodwill Ambassador and multi-platinum global recording artist Abel “The Weeknd” Tesfaye is allocating another $2 million from his XO Humanitarian Fund toward WFP’s humanitarian response efforts in Gaza. This support will provide over 1,500 metric tons of fortified wheat flour, which can make over 18 million loaves of bread that can help feed more than 157,000 Palestinians for one month.
This funding builds on the original $2.5 million, equivalent to four million emergency meals, that Tesfaye directed to WFP’s Gaza response in December 2023. It provided 820 metric tons of food parcels to feed more than 173,000 Palestinians for two weeks. Additionally, Tesfaye is making an urgent appeal to fans, calling on them to give what they can by donating towards WFP’s efforts in Gaza. More than 1 million Palestinians face catastrophic levels of hunger across Gaza and need urgent support.
“With famine looming in Gaza, Abel’s generous support will provide vital relief for thousands of Palestinian families who battle the grip of hunger every day. We are tremendously grateful for his contribution, compassion and for his unwavering advocacy for WFP and the people of Palestine,” said WFP’s Director for the Middle East, North Africa and Eastern Europe Region, Corinne Fleischer.
WFP is providing desperately needed food to over a million people across Gaza each month and is working to re-activate collapsed food systems. Most food is distributed in central and southern Gaza, with food deliveries to the north increasing since March. Around 2,100 metric tons of food parcels and wheat flour have been brought into northern Gaza via land routes and an additional 45 metric tons have been airdropped.
WFP distributes food in U.N. shelters, communities and make-shift camps, including ready-to-eat food, wheat flour and specialized nutritional products for children, as well as pregnant and nursing mothers. It also supports over 100 community kitchens and aims to provide 500,000 hot meals daily. WFP is helping bakeries become operational again, supplying four bakeries in the north and 12 bakeries in central and southern Gaza with wheat flour, fuel, yeast, salt and sugar.
These niggas always yappin’, yeah I promise that I got your back Ooh, look at how we movin’, baby They could never diss my brothers, baby When they got leaks in they operation I thank God that I never signed my life away And we never do the big talk They shooters makin’ TikToks Got us laughin’ in the Lambo
Signed your life away refers to a reumored deal The Weeknd was offered to sign to OVO in his early career. The “shooters makin’ TIkToks” line is a jab at OVO’s BakaNotNice:
The Weeknd’s chart-topping anthem “Blinding Lights” continues to rewrite history as it surpasses its record and secures the title of the most-streamed song in Spotify’s history. With over four billion plays, the 80’s nostalgic track, known for its infectious beats and captivating melody, has not only dominated charts but has now etched its name in the annals of music streaming.
In February 2023, The Weeknd became the first artist on Spotify to amass a staggering 100 million monthly listeners. Fast forward to today, and he holds the coveted position as the platform’s number-one artist, commanding a massive audience of 113 million monthly listeners.
“I’ll never stop being humbled by anything I create making its way to millions of people let alone billions! I’m so thankful this song makes people feel a way that they keep going back to listen,” said Abel “The Weeknd” Tesfaye.
“Blinding Lights” has become an anthem for the ages, securing its place as the new No. 1 Billboard Hot 100 song of all time. The track’s monumental achievement surpasses Chubby Checker’s 1960 hit “The Twist,” solidifying The Weeknd’s legacy in the music industry.
As the Canadian artist continues to captivate global audiences with his unparalleled musical prowess, “Blinding Lights” is a testament to his ability to transcend time and make an indelible mark on the music landscape.
Global music sensation Abel ‘The Weeknd’ Tesfaye has significantly contributed to the Los Angeles-based organization School on Wheels, aiming to support over 1,000 students facing homelessness from kindergarten through twelfth grade. The primary mission of School on Wheels is to enhance educational opportunities for some of the most disadvantaged children in the city.
The Weeknd’s substantial donation will bolster crucial programs. This includes supporting the School on Wheels’ Literacy Program, providing in-person tutoring and essential tools for students aged 5-8, and aiding them in learning to read and write.
Additionally, the contribution will assist students living in homeless situations to graduate high school in 2024, addressing the challenge of only 68% of unhoused students typically completing high school.
Moreover, the donation will provide laptops, Chromebooks, internet access, and software for hundreds of students experiencing homelessness. This aims to bridge the digital divide exacerbated by the pandemic-induced shift to online learning. The software, including Renaissance Star Assessments, MyOn, and Freckle, will help assess students and offer adaptive learning based on their educational gaps.
The Weeknd’s generous gesture aligns with his commitment to social impact and provides hope for disadvantaged students striving for a brighter educational future. To learn more about School on Wheels and its mission, visit www.SchoolonWheels.org.
