A star-studded hockey game will raise funds for victims of the Los Angeles wildfires, featuring Justin Bieber, Snoop Dogg, and other big-name celebrities hitting the ice with NHL legends.
- February 23, 2025
AceShowbiz - Get ready for a high-charged, star-studded hockey game as Hollywood celebs and NHL legends team up for the "Skate for LA Strong" charity event. Big names like Justin Bieber and Steve Carell will join forces with hockey professionals to support those impacted by the devastating Los Angeles wildfires. The event is scheduled for Sunday, February 23 at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, with an exciting broadcast on ESPN2 and ESPN+.
The benefit hockey game, organized by the Los Angeles Kings in collaboration with the NHL, will see four teams filled with celebrities, former NHL players, and heroic first responders. The single-elimination tournament promises intense competition and entertaining matchups. Each team will be helmed by star-studded coaches including Snoop Dogg, Will Ferrell, Vince Vaughn, Danny DeVito, and Cobie Smulders.
Justin Bieber are no stranger to celebrity games and Steve Carell boasts a significant hockey background playing goalie during his college years. Also participating are actors Taylor Kitsch and Ross Lynch, former USC quarterback Matt Leinart, and Baseball Hall of Famer Joe Mauer.
Adding to the excitement, NHL Hall of Famers like Mark Messier and Jeremy Roenick, along with other hockey legends such as Rob Blake, Manon Rheaume, and P.K. Subban, will showcase their skills on the ice. The teams will also include hockey-loving first responders from LAFD, LAcoFD, and LAPD, bringing a mix of Hollywood glamor, athletic excellence, and real-life heroes to the rink.
The line-up doesn't stop there. Musical performances by Kaskade, Jordan Davis, and Lauren Spencer-Smith will keep the energy high during the event. Each team's staff of coaches guarantees additional star power behind the bench. For example, Snoop Dogg and Will Ferrell will lead Team Black while Vince Vaughn and Cobie Smulders will command Team Red.
Tickets to the event are complimentary for all first responders, wildfire victims, community leaders, and Kings season ticket holders. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Red Cross, the LA Fire Foundation, Cal Fire Foundation, and the Eaton Canyon Fire Relief and Recovery Fund, supporting those affected by the wildfires' devastation.
Mark your calendars for this thrilling event on Sunday, February 23 at 6 p.m. ET. Don't miss the chance to witness celebrities and hockey legends unite for a noble cause, bringing hope and relief to the wildfire victims of Los Angeles.
