Star-Studded Hockey Charity Event to Support LA Wildfire Victims

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A star-studded charity hockey event bringing together entertainment and sports celebrities will raise funds for Los Angeles wildfire victims this Sunday at Crypto.com Arena.

"Skate For LA Strong: A Celebration to Support the Fire Recovery Efforts in Los Angeles" will feature Canadian pop star Justin Bieber, actor Steve Carell, and musician Ross Lynch taking to the ice alongside NHL legends in a single-elimination tournament format.

The event boasts an impressive lineup of celebrity coaches, including Snoop Dogg, Will Ferrell, Vince Vaughn, Danny DeVito, and Cobie Smulders. Musical performances by Kaskade, Jordan Davis, and Lauren Spencer-Smith will add entertainment between games.

Four teams of 13 players each will compete, combining celebrities with hockey professionals like Jeremy Roenick, Rob Blake, Mark Messier, Manon Rheaume, and Dany Heatley. First responders and athletes from other sports will also participate in the games.

For Bieber, who recently served as team captain at the 2024 NHL All-Star Game in Toronto, this marks another appearance on the ice following several celebrity game appearances.

The event will benefit multiple organizations including the Red Cross, LA Fire Foundation, Cal Fire Foundation, and the Eaton Canyon Fire Relief and Recovery Fund. Free admission will be granted to firefighters, first responders, community leaders, fire victims and their families, as well as Kings Season Ticket Members.

Sports fans can catch the action on ESPN2 or stream it live on ESPN+ when the puck drops at 6 p.m. ET on February 23.