Olivia Rodrigo donates proceeds from concert to PH charity, says ​Manila show 'one of the most special nights everrrr'


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  • Proceeds from the Olivia Rodrigo Guts World Tour in Manila were donated to Jhpiego Philippines, an organization dedicated to improving the health and lives of women and girls in the Philippines, particularly in underserved and conflict-affected areas.


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Olivia Rodrigo (Instagram)

Filipino-American singer Olivia Rodrigo said she had a blast during her first concert in Manila at the Philippine Arena in Bulacan last Saturday.

On Instagram, Olivia said it was one of the most memorable nights ever.

She wrote: "One of the most special nights everrrr. Thank u so much to everyone who came. first time in the Philippines was a dream come true."

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Olivia also shared photos on social media during her stay in Manila. She admitted she dreamt of the Manila show for a while. Her full post:

"Been dreaming of this show for a whileeeee. my first time in the Philippines and also my biggest venue ever!!!!!

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"Thank you to everyone Manila for welcoming me so generously and making me feel so loved and thank you to @americanexpress for making this show happen. 

"I’m so stoked that all the net ticket sales from last night could be donated to @jhpiego through my fund 4 good. I got to visit the organization while I was in Manila and was so impressed by the work they are doing providing healthcare to women and girls in the Philippines. 

"It was the most special show and the most meaningful trip. to say I’m grateful doesn’t even cut it! Mahal kita," Olivia wrote.

Proceeds from the Olivia Rodrigo Guts World Tour in Manila were donated to Jhpiego Philippines, an organization dedicated to improving the health and lives of women and girls in the Philippines, particularly in underserved and conflict-affected areas.

In 2021, Olivia blasted the music scene when she released "Drivers License," which reached No. 1 in the US. She has already won three Grammy Awards. The 21-year-old singer was born and raised in California to a Filipino father and a German-Irish mother.