Celebrity performers who were in attendance received a gift bag valued at $20,000 – all filled in Ricardo Beverly Hills suitcases! Check out all the lucky celebs that walked out with some awesome gifts!

Whether it was Bruce Springstein walking into the lounge gushing, “Wow I feel like a king”, as he walked over to the Aquaswiss Watches and selected a stunning black watch or Marcus Mumford and wife Carrie Mulligan hitting up the backstage suite. It was the place to be during Grammy Awards weekend.

Carrie picked out a Coyuchi Robe and he got really excited to use his new Jabra speakers. And Alabama Shakes took an assortment of Blue Print drinks back to their dressing room after hanging out in the lounge. But things got royally amazing when Sir Elton John swung by the lounge after rehearsals – he was wearing a track suit and was most excited over the Aquaswiss sunglasses – since we all know he is always wearing shades!

Other celebs like Sting, Faith Hill, Neil Young and so much more all left with a bigger smile on their face over an event that was EPIC to say the least! but how about those gifts!

The Amazing Gifts Received!

VACATION STAY AT VICEROY ANGUILLA
WATCHES AND SUNGLASSES FROM AQUASWISS
BEAUTY PRODUCTS FROM ISOLA, BOSCIA, MISS JESSIE TART COSMETICS
JABRA SPEAKERS
VIVITAR CAMCORDER
DANIELLE STEVENS JEWELRY
TOTE BAGS FROM VINE STREET MARKET AND MASSI
SKULLCANDY HEADPHONES
JOHN VARVADOS COLOGNE
AMERICAN APPAREL HOODIES
COYUCHI ORGANIC ROBES
CULT OF INDIVIDUALITY DENIM
LACOSTE ROBES
FUJI FILM CAMERA
CLARISONIC ARIA ELECTRONIC FACE

Russ Weakland

Hollywood and the music community always find ways to come together after a horrific disaster befalls the country, and Dec. 12′s 12.12.12: The Concert for Sandy Relief was no exception. Stars like Kristen Stewart, Kanye West, Alicia Keys, and Bruce Springsteen came together for an incredible evening of music in the hopes of raising considerable funds necessary for relief from Hurricane Sandy’s destruction.

The program opened with stark footage of the disaster itself, before highlighting the goodness that was found in communities in the following days. It was a truly moving montage.

Bruce and the E Street Band opened the show in MSG, naturally. After a short set, Jon Bon Jovi joined the Boss onstage to duet on “Born To Run”.

Billy Crystal was the first celebrity to speak, cracking a few jokes, introducing Governors Chris Christie and Andrew Cuomo, and explaining that each celebrity to speak would talk about a particular area hit hard by the storm, beginning with his hometown of Long Island.

Following Susan Surandon‘s introduction of the celebrity phone bank, Roger Waters and Eddie Vedder took the stage together for a great set.

Adam Sandler and Paul Schaffer took the stage to perform a re-worked version of Leonard Cohen‘s “Hallelujah” with lyrics dedicated to New York. Following, Brian Williams chatted with Ben Stiller back in the celebrity phone bank.

Kristen spoke about the devastation experienced in the state of New Jersey, before introducing Bon Jovi for a set of rock. Springsteen returned the favor and teamed up for a song here, too.

Jon Stewart stepped out to speak about Seaside Heights and the Jersey Shore. He then introduced Eric Clapton, who performed a set of hits.

Jimmy Fallon spoke about Coney Island and introduced rock legends The Rolling Stones. Mick and Co. took the stage for a rollicking set of their greatest hits. After the superstars left the stage, Stephen Colbert, Sean “Diddy” Combs, and Olivia Wilde all spoke, before introducing Alicia. The songstress looked stunning in a red dress as she began her set at the piano.

Following Alicia’s set, Steve Buscemi appeared to personally thank the FDNY and all of the first responders, talk about the Rockaways, and introduce The Who. The legendary rockers took the stage for a typically terrific set.

The highlight of an evening of highlights, however, was Kanye’s performance — as if there was any doubt. The rap legend performed his remix of Rihanna‘s “Diamonds” (though there was no surprise appearance from the singer!) with his own hits like “Touch The Sky” and “All Of The Lights”.

Of course, the Paul McCartney performance with the remaining members of Nirvana (together for the first time in quite a long time!) wasn’t anything to shake a stick at, either.

All in all, it was a terrific night for a terrific cause!

What was your favorite moment in the 12.12.12 benefit concert, HollywoodLifers?

– Billy Nilles

More 12.12.12: The Concert for Sandy Relief News:

1. Kristen Stewart Gets Charitable At 12.12.12 Benefit Concert
2. 12-12-12 Concert Preview: Kanye West, Alicia Keys & More
3. Kristen Stewart Excited To Be Part Of Hurricane Sandy Benefit Concert

Christina Aguilera, Bruce Springsteen, and many more musicians are joining the networks of NBCUniversal on Friday, Nov. 2, for a benefit concert to raise money for those affected by Hurricane Sandy.

The one-hour special, entitled Hurricane Sandy: Coming Together, will be hosted by Matt Lauer. It will air at 8:00pm EST on NBC, Bravo, CNBC, E!, G4, MSNBC, Style, Syfy, and USA. It will also be live-streamed on NBC.com

Christina and Bruce, along with his E Street Band, with be joined by Jon Bon Jovi, Sting, and Billy Joel. Jimmy Fallon and Brian Williams are slated to make appearances, as well.

Money collected from the benefit will be donated to the American Red Cross relief efforts. If you wish to donate, you can text REDCROSS to 90999 ($10 donation) or visit RedCross.org.

Will you watch Friday’s benefit concert, HollywoodLifers?

– Billy Nilles

More Hurricane Sandy news:

1. Two Children Killed By Fallen Tree During Hurricane Sandy — So Sad
2. Justin Bieber & More Celebs Tweet Support For Hurricane Sandy Victims
3. Kim Kardashian, Snooki & More Celebs Prepare For Hurricane Sandy

Bruce Springsteen – you gave the everyday, middle class worker an anthem with “Born in the U.S.A.” Gather the rest of the “E Street Band” and enjoy your special day!

Happy birthday, Bruce Springsteen! Your ascendant in Gemini ensures a youthful glow no matter how the years add up, and you can’t help but electrify a crowd with Uranus in your first house of self-expression. With the cosmos acting as a pressure cooker for your persona, however, you feel compelled to change everything about the style that earned you your reputation as ‘The Boss.’ You’re no stranger to extremes, so this is the time to get infernal and crack open what’s brewing. Your Moon in indecisive but lovely Libra will just have to hold on for the ride!

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– Caitlin Miller

Saxophone titan Clarence Clemons has passed away at the age of 69.

The legend succumbed to complications resulting from a stroke he suffered on June 12, TMZ reports.

The famous member of Bruce Springsteen‘s E Street Band soloed on many of the group’s biggest hits, including “Born To Run,” “Thunder Road” and “Dancing In The Dark.” He recently found a different audience playing on two Lady Gaga singles, “Hair” and “The Edge Of Glory.”

We’re going to turn on our copy of the classic Bruce Springsteen record Greetings from Asbury Park, N.J. in his honor!

– William Earl

Courtney has had such a busy year; today will be a great day for her to relax and celebrate!

Courtney Cox first gained recognition after appearing in the music video for Bruce Springsteen’s 1984 “Dancing in the Dark.”  Since then, she grew to fame as ‘Monica’ on the hit-sitcom Friends and has appeared in so many movies including the Scream series, Ace Ventura: Pet Detective, Bedtime Stories, and currently stars in the Golden Globe-nominated sitcom Cougar Town.  Get all the details at Astrology.com!

Happy birthday, Courtney Cox! Born with the youthful curiosity of the Gemini mind, you’re in no danger of becoming a cougar — at least not one who tells the young cubs boring stories! And with your Moon opposite late-blooming Saturn, you get (and feel) better with every passing year. Having been recently nominated for a Golden Globe, the laughs and adoration have clearly followed you from ‘Friends’ to the newly popular ‘Cougar Town.’ Pluto places work commitments at the forefront of your life, and your year ahead is shaping up to be anything but a frivolous episode. While gratifying to your dutiful Virgo Moon, you may need to loosen your grip to realize that you actually enjoy your profession. Just remember to take a commercial break when the schedule won’t ease up!

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Move over, Grilled Cheesus! The god of rock might be joining the cast of Glee!

First it was Britney Spears, then it was Grilled Cheesus — and now it might be “The Boss” of rock, Bruce Springsteen, who guest stars on Glee. How cool!

An insider told Showbiz Spy that 61-year-old legendary rocker has been approached to play Finn’s (Cory Monteith) uncle and would sing his biggest hits.

“The idea is he would have duets with Cory Monteith and Lea Michele too,” the insider said. “Bruce is part of American culture — he would be perfect.”

Cast member Jane Lynch (Sue Sylvester) confirmed the rumors herself, saying, “I hear rumors that we may do a Bruce Springsteen episode and I think that would be amazing. I’m a big fan.”

So are we, Jane!

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Bruce, you are known as ‘The Boss’ for a reason and this year will be as successful as your last!

Bruce Springsteen, your music has been around for decades and has given you the superstar status you have today! Even as the years go by, you still manage to electrify your audience with your talent, moves and attitude. 2010 will have you rethinking some things that will not only surprise your fans, but yourself! Astrology.com has all the details!

Happy birthday, Bruce Springsteen! Your ascendant in Gemini ensures a youthful glow no matter how the years add up, and you can’t help but electrify a crowd with Uranus in your first house of self-expression. With Pluto acting as a pressure cooker for your persona, however, you feel compelled to change everything about the style that earned you your reputation as ‘The Boss.’ You’re no stranger to extremes, so this is the time to get infernal and crack open what’s brewing. Your Moon in indecisive but lovely Libra will just have to hold on for the ride!

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