Live Aid at 40: When Rock ’n’ Roll Took on the World

Live Aid at 40: When Rock ’n’ Roll Took on the World is a documentary special that aired on BBC Two. It celebrates the 40th anniversary of Live Aid, one of the most famous charity concerts in history, which took place in 1985. The show looks back at how legendary musicians like Queen, U2, and David Bowie performed to raise money for famine relief in Ethiopia. Through interviews with artists and organizers, viewers learn about the challenges behind putting together such a massive global event and its lasting impact on music and charity work. Rare footage captures unforgettable moments from both London’s Wembley Stadium and Philadelphia’s JFK Stadium. Live Aid at 40: When Rock ’n’ Roll Took on the World has ended, but sign up for a reminder just in case it returns.