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In honor of World AIDS Day, an unlikely slew of stars have teamed up to raise awareness and funds for the cause.
In a video posted to the (RED) Facebook page, singer Barry Manilow, late night host Jimmy Kimmel and actress Scarlett Johansson work together to create a jingle that will "make the whole world sing" and contribute through purchases and donations.
When Manilow asks for a muse with glamour and style, Kimmel suggests himself. Only later does he suggest Johansson.
"Love her," Manilow says. "That'll be great."
The resulting tune goes like this:
(RED) was created by Bono in 2006 with a mission to fight AIDS and help those affected by the deadly virus.
During Tuesday's "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" viewers who donate $10 or more for the (RED) Shopathon will be entered for the chance to win "once-in-a-lifetime experiences," including a bike ride with Bono, a radio takeover with Ryan Seacrest, a football lesson from New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady, a chance to make a Dubsmash video with the Backstreet Boys, a makeup tutorial from Kim Kardashian, a tour of the "Game of Thrones" set in Ireland, a "Merry Jane" wellness retreat with Snoop Dogg, a holiday card photo-op with former NBA player Shaquille O'Neal, a red carpet meet and greet with Meryl Streep, admittance to a VIP suite during a University of Texas football game with Matthew McConaughey, a portrait by James Franco and more.
"We're doing a very special show on Dec. 1 with many stars in support of (RED) to raise money to fight AIDS on World AIDS Day. It will be a great show for an important issue," said Kimmel.
"Jimmy Kimmel Live!" airs on ABC at 11:35 p.m.
For every dollar raised, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation will match funds, up to $20 million. The charity also pledged to donate $3 for every message sent with the World Aids Day filter on Snapchat.
Read more about the (RED) shopathon here.
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