'Rise Up New York!' Telethon: The 10 Best Moments

Comedian Chris Rock and actress Rosie Perez made a surprise appearance at New York Governor Andrew Cuomo’s daily news conference to underscore his message that the public should wear masks to help curb the coronavirus pandemic.

Comedian Chris Rock and actress Rosie Perez made a surprise appearance at New York Governor Andrew Cuomo’s daily news conference to underscore his message that the public should wear masks to help curb the coronavirus pandemic.

Rosie Perez joins comedian in PSA campaign; 'Mi gente, this is not a hoax'

Not holding back. Matt Lauer fired back at Ronan Farrow in a lengthy op-ed after his reporting on the former Today anchor’s alleged sexual misconduct was questioned by The New York Times.

New Yorkers who flouted coronavirus restrictions for a weekend night on the town got the mayor's wrath on Sunday. Mayor Bill de Blasio admonished people seen crowding outside bars, many with drinks in hand but no masks on their faces, for putting lives in danger.

On Mon. May 11, New York’s largest poverty fighting organization Robin Hood raised $115 million during its Rise Up New York! benefit.

Robert De Niro has compared the coronavirus pandemic to a science-fiction movie.

Last night, the nonprofit organization Robin Hood New York teamed up with iHeart Radio and held their virtual telethon to raise money to help those who have been affected by the coronavirus within the New York area. The telethon featured some big names including Mariah Carey, Jennifer Lopez, Spike Lee, Alicia Keys, Barbara Streisand, Robert De Niro, and many other A-list celebrities, who lent their voices and talent for the cause.

Artists from every corner of New York came together Monday night (May 11) for Robin Hood and iHeartMedia's Rise Up New York! virtual telethon.The benefit event plans on donating 100 percent of the funds raised to the most vulnerable New Yorkers in need of food, shelter, financial assistance, physical and mental health services, legal services and educational support during the coronavirus pandemic.

Monday had a happy ending.  As the coronavirus pandemic wages on, the Hollywood stars virtually aligned in honor of Robin Hood and iHeartMedia's Rise Up New York! telethon on Monday. Bringing together celebrities with New York ties, including Jennifer Lopez, Mariah Carey, Billy Joel and Robert De Niro, the event focused on uplifting and supporting New Yorkers that have been hit hard by the virus.  The star-studded event simultaneously entertained and delivered on its goal.

Some of New York's biggest stars, including Robert De Niro, Chris Rock, Jennifer Lopez, Jimmy Fallon and more, joined forces Monday to help raise money for the city's response to the coronavirus pandemic duringRise Up New York! Tina Fey hosted the hourlong telecast, during which she assured residents and viewers that "we're all in this together." "We're going to honor the incredible city and show how we can rise up," said Fey, while also announcing that over $1.5 million in donations had already

Mariah Carey delivered an incredible performance during Monday night’s “Rise Up New York!” virtual telethon.

Some of New York's biggest stars will join forces Monday to help raise money for the city's response to the novel coronavirus pandemic during Rise Up New York! The telethon will be presented by Robin Hood and iHeartMedia. Tina Fey is set to host the show, which will include appearances from New York Gov.

Tina Fey hosted Rise Up New York, a virtual telethon, on Monday night in an effort to raise money for COVID-19 relief efforts in the Big Apple, and the “30 Rock” star was overwhelmed when she learned of the event’s monumental success.

New York's biggest stars came together on Monday night (May 11) for Rise Up New York!, a virtual telethon to benefit the state's citizen heavily impacted by the coronavirus pandemic.Mariah Carey kicked off the show with an inspiring mashup of her 2002 song, "Through the Rain," and 1991's "Make It Happen.""New York, I know we're strong enough to get through this," she encouraged her hometown before delving into the performance.The benefit hosted by Tina Fey, will also feature special appearances

The state of New York, along with its biggest household names, will come together today (May 11) for Rise Up New York!, a virtual telethon to benefit its citizens heavily impacted by the coronavirus pandemic.

By Patrick Hipes

Andrew Cuomo is talking about possible pandemic movie – and reveals which Oscar winner he would want to play him.

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo loves the idea of being played by Robert De Niro in the movie about the COVID-19 crisis.