Pitbull to Headline Budweiser's “Here's to the Heroes” Concert at American Airlines Sky Ball XIII

Sky Ball XIII is Presented by American Airlines in Support of the Airpower Foundation

ST. LOUIS (August 3, 2015) – Budweiser and the Fort Worth Airpower Foundation, in conjunction with American Airlines, are proud to announce that worldwide hit-maker Pitbull will headline Budweiser's “Here's to the Heroes” concert at American Airlines Sky Ball XIII on Friday, Oct 23, 2015. Sky Ball is the largest fundraiser and awareness platform in support of our armed forces, with a weekend of events, including a gala, career expo and the “Here's to the Heroes” concert.

The “Here's to the Heroes” concert will be a tribute to our nation's military service members and veterans. Honorees and those in attendance will include Vietnam veterans, Medal of Honor recipients and members of all five branches of the U.S. military. The evening will also include a special salute to citizen heroes, the men and women who have gone above and beyond to make a difference in their communities.

Latin music superstar Armando Christian Perez (Pitbull) will show his strong support for those who serve by taking the stage at American Airlines Hangar 5 for a concert for the attendees and honorees. Pitbull has taken the world by storm, with 12 albums and 78 hit songs on the charts, including No. 1 hits in more than 15 countries, since his debut. He has earned 10 top 10 singles and has sold more than six million albums and 70 million singles worldwide, making Pitbull a global music superstar.

“It's an honor to be performing and entertaining this amazing group of men and women,” said Armando Christian Perez (Pitbull). “They have gone above and beyond their call of duty to protect our freedom, DALE!”

“Whether providing resources or raising funds for veterans and dependents of military families, Budweiser, its employees and its family of wholesalers have supported America's armed forces for more than 150 years,” said Rick Nechio, Director Transit, Budweiser. “Pitbull is one of the world's most exciting multi-platinum recording artists and we are thrilled to have him at American Airlines Sky Ball XIII.”

“American Airlines has a long history of supporting our military and their families, both in their communities and when they travel,” said Capt. Jim Palmersheim, an American Airlines pilot and Chairman of American Airlines Sky Ball. “All of us at American are privileged to serve these brave men and women, whether they're traveling to their next mission, on leave to spend well-earned time with friends and family, or enjoying their freedom after serving their country.”

American Airlines is the presenting sponsor of Sky Ball XIII, and Budweiser is the official beer sponsor of the charitable event. For more information about Sky Ball XIII, please visit http://skyballinfo.com

About Budweiser

Budweiser, an American-style lager, was introduced in 1876 when company founder Adolphus Busch set out to create the United States' first truly national beer brand – brewed to be universally popular and transcend regional tastes. Each batch of Budweiser follows the same family recipe used by five generations of Busch family brewmasters. Budweiser is a medium-bodied, flavorful, crisp and pure beer with blended layers of premium American and European hop aromas, brewed for the perfect balance of flavor and refreshment. Budweiser is made using time-honored methods including “kraeusening” for natural carbonation and Beechwood aging, which results in unparalleled balance and character.

About Pitbull

Armando Christian Perez, known around the world as Pitbull, is an internationally successful musician, performer, business entrepreneur, fashion icon and actor. His career sales have exceeded 6 million albums and 70 million singles worldwide. Pitbull has scored #1 hits in more than 15 countries, his videos have over 7 billion views, and his social media reach matches audiences of some television networks. Dale, his first Spanish release in five years and ninth overall, has already achieved two #1 hits on the Latin charts Is his first #1 Latin album.

Last year, Pitbull released his eighth studio album, Globalization, which includes “Time of Our Lives,” topping charts around the world; “Celebrate,” a song heard in the animated film, Penguins of Madagascar; and “Fun,” one of 2015's summer anthems. Pitbull's world tours have sold out concerts in North and South America, Europe and the Far East. Earlier this year, Pitbull wrapped up a co-headlining arena tour of the U.S. and Canada with Enrique Iglesias, plus finished a headline tour in China. In the fall, Pitbull will perform a seven-night limited Las Vegas engagement at the Axis at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino with “Time of Our Lives,” a unique Las Vegas show, September 23 – October 7. Pitbull will close out the year with his New Year's Eve television special, which returns to the FOX network on December 31 to ring in 2016.

For more information about Pitbull, please contact tom@subterraneanmedia.com.

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