NEW YORK – Usher says he's "sincerely troubled" to learn he appeared at a concert linked to Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi's family and plans donate his concert fee to human rights organizations.
Earlier this week, Mariah Carey, Beyonce and Nelly Furtado all renounced their performances at private concerts later revealed to be linked to the family of Gadhafi, whose country is openly revolting against him and who faces an investigation for possible war crimes.
All the singers have promised to give their fees to charity or said they have already done so.
Usher did not perform but was paid to appear at a private concert featuring Beyonce in 2009. A statement released to The Associated Press on Friday says Usher has made a contribution to Amnesty International, which the organization confirmed.
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