Springsteen to Headline 20th Anniversary Veterans Benefit
The Nov. 9 concert at Lincoln Center will feature Jon Stewart and Alex Warren as part of a gala that has raised over $113 million for military families.
By Robert Ward ·
Bruce Springsteen will headline the 20th anniversary of the Stand Up for Heroes benefit on Nov. 9 at David Geffen Hall in New York City. Organizers confirmed the lineup alongside singer Alex Warren and The Resilient, a band composed of wounded U.S. combat veterans.
The musical performances will be complemented by comedy sets from Jon Stewart, Hasan Minhaj, and Josh Johnson. The event is presented by the Bob Woodruff Foundation and the New York Comedy Festival, which runs from Nov. 6 to 15.
The gala originated in 2007 following the serious injury of ABC News correspondent Bob Woodruff during a reporting assignment in Iraq. Woodruff and his wife Lee later partnered with comedy festival founders Caroline Hirsch and Andrew Fox to create a showcase that mixes music, comedy, and military stories.
Woodruff noted that the event has expanded far beyond its initial scope. He stated, "When we started this way back in 2007 we thought it would just be a one-time concert. But it’s become one of the most meaningful nights of the year."
The foundation reports that the series has generated more than $113 million for injured veterans, military families, and caregivers. Recent reports place the total amount raised at $117 million. Previous editions have featured performers such as Stephen Colbert, Jerry Seinfeld, John Oliver, and the Red Hot Chili Peppers.
Proceeds from the Nov. 9 event will continue to support these groups. The Bob Woodruff Foundation manages the funds collected from ticket sales and donations throughout the annual gathering.
