MUMBAI: US broadcaster Fox has announced that Ellen DeGeneres will once again join Ryan Seacrest as co-host of Idol Gives Back.
This is its music-based reality show American Idol's music celebration which looks to raise awareness and funds to benefit various US and international charities.
DeGeneres will host from the Kodak Theatre with Seacrest hosting from the American Idol stage in Los Angeles on 9 April.
In India, American Idol airs on Star World. Last year, the special got a Governor's Award Emmy for raising $76 million.
DeGeneres says, "Everyone knows it's better to give than to receive. That's why I want to give you some advice. You get the advice and I get the joy of giving... it's a win-win. Here it is: Give yourself a treat and watch Idol Gives Back. Again, you get the joy of giving and an amazing lineup of artists get to give us an incredible show. Last year, we were able to giveaway over $76 million. You give, you get. Get it?"
The brainchild of Simon Fuller, Idol Gives Back has earned praise from the likes of US President George W Bush, Prince Charles and British PM Gordon Brown.
During the show, viewers will be able to make donations via toll-free lines and the internet.