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Blink-182 Donates Tour Proceeds to Cancer Research

By September 14, 2013No Comments

The rockers of Blink-182 made their claim to fame with their wacky antics, but a closer look reveals their true compassion – giving back. One of their own, guitarist and vocalist Tom DeLonge, was diagnosed with skin cancer in 2010 but was able to beat cancer and continue to tour with his band. Now gearing up for a late summer/fall tour, the rock artists are planning on donating tour proceeds to cancer and diabetes research, as well as to those affected by Hurricane Sandy.

Blink-182 music video scene

A History of Helping the Fight

In 2010, DeLonge was checked out for a suspicious-looking spot on his chest. It turned out to be melanoma, an aggressive form of skin cancer. Unfortunately, cancer ran in the guitarist’s family as DeLonge’s father has battled a rare form of leukemia for decades. Thankfully, DeLonge’s cancer didn’t require chemotherapy or radiation – doctors were able to successfully remove the melanoma, and the music artist was pronounced cancer free shortly after.

It wasn’t until after his experience that DeLonge learned about the Keep a Breast Foundation, a non-profit organization whose efforts to spread cancer awareness impressed him greatly. He quickly got involved, and worked to create fan packages that raised money for the foundation. Package highlights included VIP meet and greets, original artwork by DeLonge, and free concert tickets. DeLonge even appeared in ad campaigns for the foundation while on the 2011 Honda Civic Tour as his blonde alter ego, Boomer.


Their Work Continues

Blink-182 is proud to continue their work in aiding the fight against cancer. They are donating all proceeds from their upcoming show in Brooklyn on September 11 to centers that help cancer patients, burn victims, and those dealing with other life-threatening illnesses. In addition, a portion of proceeds from every show on their tour will be donated to other charitable organizations. The tour starts August 31 and ends on September 22. Las Vegas residents can catch them at the Cosmopolitan on September 19th.

To learn more about cancer research, or to find resources for skin cancer in Las Vegas, contact Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada, an affiliate of UCLA and The U.S. Oncology Network at (702) 952-3350.

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