No Doubt’s recent reunion performance for the FireAid Benefit Concert marked not just their return to the stage but also highlighted the music community’s commitment to aiding those affected by California’s devastating wildfires.
Gwen Stefani, stepping back to perform with her bandmates on January 30, 2025, captivated the audience at the Kia Forum, showcasing her inimitable style. Dressed in a black fishnet bodysuit paired with tartan briefs, Stefani complemented her iconic look with a graphic cropped T-shirt, studded belt, and biker boots. Her platinum hair was tied up high, accentuating her bold red lips and signature black eyeliner.
“It’s all about love tonight and we love you, Los Angeles!” Stefani exclaimed to the enthusiastic crowd, during their energetic 15-minute set featuring fan favorites like ‘Just A Girl,’ ‘Don’t Speak,’ and ‘Spiderwebs.’ The concert not only marked their first gathering since their Coachella performance last year but also added to their significant hiatus, having not played together for over nine years prior.
The FireAid concert was organized swiftly, bringing together numerous artists including Lady Gaga, Billie Eilish, Green Day, and many others, all of whom dedicated their time to support the cause. Their combined efforts resulted in raising over $60 million to help those affected by the wildfires, which took the lives of 29 individuals and destroyed thousands of homes and businesses.
Stefani, reflecting on the band’s reunion and their past, shared her thoughts with NME, stating, “The No Doubt thing was so crazy. It’s not like we made a decision to not do anything; everybody’s lives just happened.” She opened up about her own tumultuous period, saying, “My life just blew up, it really did,” highlighting the challenges of returning to music after personal strife.
Among the artists performing at the event, Billie Eilish and Green Day even collaborated on classic tracks, adding to the night’s celebratory essence. The performances were live-streamed worldwide, generating significant donations alongside live audiences.
Meanwhile, Stefani and Lady Gaga were instrumental behind the scenes, credited for assembling the A-list lineup for fundraising efforts. An insider revealed, “A lot of people used their roster of contacts to help. You know who really stepped up to the plate — Lady Gaga. She was calling people she knew, trying to get this organized so quickly.”
On the night, other prominent musicians shared the stage, with U2 pledging $1 million directly to support relief efforts. Various other donations arrived courtesy of the BeyGOOD foundation and even Paris Hilton, who matched donations up to $100,000 for families displaced by the fires.
Reflecting the heartfelt nature of the event, survivors and first responders took the stage to share their personal stories of resilience and recovery, connecting the explosive energy of the concert to the sobering reality faced by fire victims. Actor Billy Crystal poignantly welcomed attendees, poignantly addressing his experiences with the fires as he stood before the audience.
Stefani maintained the importance of fostering connections through their music, sharing, “You’ve got to really look at the bigger picture and realize how incredible it is to even have this opportunity to perform together again,” as she underscored the gratefulness felt by the band members.
Concluding the night was not only the success of fundraising but the rejuvenated spirits of participants and audiences alike. No Doubt’s return to the stage, alongside countless other artists, encapsulated the powerful community spirit focused on healing after such deep-rooted devastation.