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Saturday, 22 September, 2001, 08:25 GMT 09:25 UK

In pictures: United in song and grief

Some of the biggest names in American entertainment have taken part in a two-hour televised concert to raise money for victims of the US terror attacks.

Thousands of TV and radio stations around the world broadcast the star-studded telethon, America: A Tribute to Heroes, which took place simultaneously in New York and Los Angeles.

Billy Joel's was a finely balanced performance

Muhammad Ali with Will Smith, who portrays the former boxing champion in a forthcoming film

Opening performer Bruce Springsteen

Phone bank during America: A Tribute to Heroes

Alicia Keys, during a poignant moment at the telethon

Music and film stars joined forces

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