George Clooney on Hollywood's Haiti telethon

Entertainers from around the world are preparing to stage a global telethon to raise money for the people of Haiti.

The actor George Clooney will be joined by a host of celebrities including Madonna, Brad Pitt and Beyonce.

The show will be broadcast on every major TV network in the United States and on the internet.

George Clooney has organised much of the event - he said his priority is to raise money.