Live Aid's Legacy: Stars, Surprises, and Regrets 40 Years On
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George Thorogood's electrifying performance at Live Aid in 1985, featuring surprise appearances by blues legends Bo Diddley and Albert Collins, was a highlight of the event, which was organized to raise funds for famine relief in Africa. Thorogood, who was called in on short notice, enjoyed memorable moments including meeting Jack Nicholson, who hosted the Philadelphia segment of the broadcast.
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