Steve Carell surprises teens affected by LA wildfires with free prom tickets: 'It's a pretty good deal'

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Steve Carell is making a difference in the lives of Los Angeles high school seniors affected by the recent wildfires.

The 62-year-old actor, known for his role in 'The Office' has partnered with Alice's Kids to give students a special surprise.

Steve Carell surprises teens affected by LA Wildfires with 'special announcement'

In a video message shared on charities' Instagram page on March 5, Steve Carell announced to seniors at six Altadena high schools that Alice's Kids would cover the cost of their prom tickets.

"Attention. Attention, all seniors," Carell said in the clip shown during senior assemblies. "This is Steve Carell with a very special announcement," he continued.

"I work with a wonderful charity based out of Virginia called Alice's Kids. And Alice's Kids wanted me to let you know that they will be paying for all of your prom tickets," he said in the video.

"And if you have already paid for your prom tickets, they will reimburse you for your prom tickets," he announced. 

“It's a pretty good deal,” he further said, adding “Have fun. Enjoy the prom. And remember, this is Steve Carell. Take it easy, guys.”

'Going to prom should be a celebration,' Alice’s Kids director says 

The organization has pledged approximately $175,000 to support over 800 students.

"Going to prom should be a celebration," executive director of Alice’s Kids Ron Fitzsimmons said in a statement to ABC News.

"And we wanted to help make the big night just a little easier for seniors whose lives have been turned upside down by the wildfires," he said.

"Hopefully, this allows the students to unwind and have some fun after a devastating year," Ron added.

Steve Carell has a strong following among students

The organization chose Steve Carell to deliver the news in his signature stoic tone as he has a strong following among the students.

"For some reason, someone mentioned that the kids 'love' Steve Carell," Ron said, as per People.

"It seems they got 'hooked' on 'The Office' during Covid-19 and they also know him from 'Despicable Me.' Now, Steve and [his wife] Nancy have been big supporters of ours for years, so I came up with the idea of having Steve announce the free tickets in senior assemblies," Ron said.

"I asked if he would do a video and he sent it to me within hours!" he added.

Alice’s Kids aimed to ensure that every student could attend prom without financial barriers.

"The prom is a rite of passage," Ron said said, adding "And so many kids would not have been able to pay the approximately $150 fee. We were thrilled to lift them up and let them have a party."

Fans appreciate Steve Carell and Alice's Kids for finding a thoughtful way to celebrate with teens

Steve Carell also shared the video on his Instagram page on March 6.

Social media users praised the gesture, with one person commenting, "I just love you."

Another wrote, "You’re the greatest Steve."

One more added, "What a thoughtful way to celebrate kids who’ve lost so much!"

Another user noted, "Scott’s Tots is coming true." One wrote, "We love you Steve! Thank you so much Alice’s Kids for your generosity!"

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