Paula Abdul is set to headline the inaugural "Band As One Los Angeles: A Concert for the Cure," a new signature fundraising event organized by Susan G. Komen. The popular performer will bring her distinct energy to the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood on March 31, 2027, joining other musical guests who share Komen's dedication to the fight against breast cancer.
Proceeds from ticket sales for "Band As One Los Angeles" will directly support Susan G. Komen’s extensive work. This includes funding critical research, providing patient care, driving public education initiatives, and advocating for improved access to treatment. The organization emphasizes that the effort to end breast cancer deaths is a pressing concern, noting that the urgency of this fight has "never been more urgent."
For Abdul, the cause holds a personal significance. She shared that fighting breast cancer is not just a cause she cares about; it's deeply personal. She supported her sister through a breast cancer diagnosis and treatment, experiencing firsthand the strength and hope that can make a difference for those facing the disease. Abdul expressed her honor in performing at Komen’s first Band As One Los Angeles event, supporting survivors, patients, and affected families.
Susan G. Komen President and CEO Amber Guild echoed the sentiment, highlighting the impact of figures like Abdul using their platform for this cause. Guild, a breast cancer survivor herself, noted the importance of hope and solidarity for individuals living with the disease. She stated that Band As One Los Angeles is expected to be unforgettable, with the raised funds helping ensure no one faces breast cancer alone and moving closer to a world where no one dies from it.
The need for progress remains significant. Across the U.S., nearly 170,000 individuals are living with incurable, metastatic breast cancer. Incidence rates are rising particularly fast among women under 50. Breast cancer continues to be the most common cancer among Hispanic/Latina women and remains the leading cause of cancer death within this demographic. Black women still encounter considerable disparities, facing, on average, a 40% higher likelihood of dying from breast cancer compared to white women. Experts project that more than 42,000 women and over 500 men in the U.S. are expected to die from the disease this year, though up to one-third of these deaths could potentially be prevented with equitable access to modern treatments.
Despite these challenges, Susan G. Komen reports substantial progress. The organization has invested more than $1.1 billion in breast cancer research, playing a role in 31 of the last 32 FDA-approved breast cancer treatments. Beyond research, Komen has allocated approximately $2.7 billion toward patient support and advocacy programs worldwide. These efforts aim to dismantle financial, social, and systemic barriers that can prevent individuals from accessing life-saving care.
"Band As One Los Angeles" is designed to bring people together around a shared purpose, translating that connection into tangible action. Every ticket purchased contributes to Komen’s ongoing work to advance research, expand access to crucial care, and provide support for those navigating breast cancer. This Los Angeles event follows the success of "Band As One Nashville," a country-themed fundraising concert now in its third year, which has previously featured artists like Trisha Yearwood.
Patricia Nash serves as the Premier Sponsor for the upcoming concert, with Bonafide acting as an Encore Sponsor. The event underscores that until no one dies from breast cancer, the work continues, and every person who participates helps advance that future.
