Leslie Odom Jr. Pays Tribute To Pulse Nightclub Victims On 5th Anniversary With Performance Of “Without You”

Leslie Odom Jr. dedicated his performance to the Pulse Nightclub massacre victims on the 5-year anniversary.

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Andrew Wendowski

Andrew Wendowski is the Founder and CEO of Music Mayhem. As a 29-year-old entrepreneur, he oversees content as the Editor-In-Chief for the independent brand. Wendowski, who splits time between Philadelphia, Penn., and Nashville, Tenn., has an extensive background in multimedia. Before launching Music Mayhem in 2014, he worked as a highly sought-after photojournalist and tour photographer, collaborating with such labels as Interscope Records and Republic Records. He has captured photos of some of the biggest names, including Taylor Swift, Metallica, Harry Styles, P!NK, Morgan Wallen, Carrie Underwood, The Rolling Stones, Madonna, Shania Twain, and hundreds more. Wendowski’s photos and freelance work have appeared nationwide and can be seen everywhere from ad campaigns to various publications, including Billboard and Rolling Stone. When Wendowski isn’t running Music Mayhem, he enjoys spending time at concerts, traveling, and capturing photos.

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Posted on June 4, 2021

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Leslie Odom Jr.; Photo Courtesy of iHeartRadio

Leslie Odom Jr. dedicated his performance to the Pulse Nightclub massacre victims on the 5-year anniversary.

After a brief introduction from Ricky Martin, the singer paid tribute with a special candlelight moment to those who lost their life during the Pulse Nightclub massacre with a performance of “Without You.” Surrounded by candles and an orchestra, Odom Jr. performed the popular track.

Watch the full show below.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wdlsXi7S3r4

The 2021 Can’t Cancel Pride benefit event also featured appearances from Brothers Osborne, Bebe Rexha, Busy Phillips, Gus Kenworthy, Hayley Kiyoko, Jasmine Mans, Jennifer Hudson, JoJo Siwa, Lil Nas X, Marshmello, MJ Rodriguez, Nina West, P!NK, Ricky Martin, Regard, Troye Sivan, Dolly Parton, Elton John, Brandi Carlile, Kylie Minogue, Karamo Brown and Tan France of Queer Eye, Yola, Years & Years’ Olly Alexander, Pete and Chasten Buttigieg and Tate McRae.

The 1-hour long event brought together some of the biggest names in culture and entertainment to seek inspiration from the letters in PRIDE symbolizing Power & Purpose, Respect & Relationships, Individuality & Intersectionality, Dance & Defy, and Equality & Everybody.

Co-hosted by Elvis Duran and Bebe Rexha during Pride Month, Can’t Cancel Pride aired on Friday, June 4, across iHeartRadio social media as well iHeartRadio’s PrideRadio.com and on iHeartMedia Radio Stations Nationwide and the iHeartRadio App.

The event will also be available on demand via iHeartRadio’s TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, Instagram TV pages, IHeartRadio’s PrideRadio.com and Revry throughout Pride Month until Thursday, June 30.

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Andrew Wendowski is the Founder and CEO of Music Mayhem. As a 29-year-old entrepreneur, he oversees content as the Editor-In-Chief for the independent brand. Wendowski, who splits time between Philadelphia, Penn., and Nashville, Tenn., has an extensive background in multimedia. Before launching Music Mayhem in 2014, he worked as a highly sought-after photojournalist and tour photographer, collaborating with such labels as Interscope Records and Republic Records. He has captured photos of some of the biggest names, including Taylor Swift, Metallica, Harry Styles, P!NK, Morgan Wallen, Carrie Underwood, The Rolling Stones, Madonna, Shania Twain, and hundreds more. Wendowski’s photos and freelance work have appeared nationwide and can be seen everywhere from ad campaigns to various publications, including Billboard and Rolling Stone. When Wendowski isn’t running Music Mayhem, he enjoys spending time at concerts, traveling, and capturing photos.

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