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Heidi Montag's Album Hits No. 1 After House Fire

After losing their home in a wildfire, Heidi Montag's 2010 album 'Superficial' tops iTunes charts, spurred by Spencer Pratt's TikTok campaign.

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  1. Spencer Pratt helped Heidi Montag top the iTunes charts after the LA fires destroyed their home. Will they actually make money?

    While Spencer Pratt's efforts to leverage his wife's music for fundraising may appear strategic, the reality is that such iTunes achievements are largely symbolic and unlikely to bring about significant financial relief for their family.

    Spencer Pratt helped Heidi Montag top the iTunes charts after the LA fires destroyed their home. Will they actually make money?

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  2. Heidi Montag tops iTunes chart after losing house in Los Angeles wildfires

    The recent resurgence of Heidi Montag’s album "Superficial," now reaching No. 1 on iTunes, highlights how fleeting fame can be intertwined with personal crises, as Montag and Spencer Pratt navigate the aftermath of losing their home.

    Heidi Montag tops iTunes chart after losing house in Los Angeles wildfires

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Updated: Jan 13th, 2025, 11:02 PM ET

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Following the devastating loss of their home in the Palisades Fire, reality stars Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt leveraged social media to encourage fans to stream her 2010 album 'Superficial.' Their efforts paid off as the album reached No. 1 on iTunes, surpassing popular artists like Bad Bunny. Despite the achievement, industry experts warn that iTunes rankings may not reflect actual listening trends, implying that their financial benefits may be limited. The couple continues to navigate their personal crisis while seeking to maintain their celebrity status.

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