Haiti Telethon

On January 22nd most of America stopped to watch the "Hope for Haiti Now" telethon, amongst the millions was HBsunglasscompany. Organizers George Clooney and Haitian rapper Wyclef Jean, brought together a celebrity packed show and more importantly was able to raise an estimated 61 million for Haiti. Some of the performers included R&B singer Alicia Keys, jay-Z, U2's Bono, Beyonce, Coldplay. Actors included Nicole Kidman, Leonardo Dicaprio, Julia Roberts, Brad Pitt, Reese Witherspoon. It was amazing to watch the world come together to help another country in time of need.

American Music Awards

On Sunday November 23rd, 2008 the American Music Awards aired on ABC. Some of the performers were PussyCat Dolls, Sarah McLachlan, Rihanna, Annie Lenox, Alicia Keyes, Jonas Brothers, Coldplay, and Miley Cyrus just to name a few. Mariah Carey received an honorary award, Daughtry won favorite band, Chris Brown won three awards, and Lincoln Park won favorite artist of the year.