Maroon 5, Usher to headline Atlanta concert to honor Rep. John Lewis

The late civil rights icon and U.S. Rep. John Lewis of Atlanta died in July 2020 at the age of 80.

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Maroon 5 and Usher will headline a benefit concert in Atlanta to honor the legacy of the late U.S. Rep. John Lewis.

The Grammy Award-winning pop band and singer will perform during the Beloved Benefit at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on July 7, concert officials announced Thursday. The event was rescheduled from its initial date in February due to COVID-19 concerns.

NBC Sports host and correspondent Maria Taylor will serve as the event’s emcee.