Kevin Costner says he hopes to return to Alberta to help the victims of the tragic stage collapse Saturday in Canada that killed one person and injured as many as 75, before a planned performance by Costner and his band Modern West. Costner's publicist, Arnold Robinson, tells the Associated Press that the actor wishes to return to Canada to help the victims of the accident. "My understanding is that they sustained cuts and bruising," Robinson tells the AP about the stage collapse victims. "Kevin went to the hospital with (them), they were treated and released, and he did visit with others that were injured while there… In the event that there is any type of benefit to support the victims, he would hope to be a part of it." According to the AP, 35-year-old Donna Moore was killed Saturday when a speaker fell on her and two others suffered critical injuries. Country star Billy Currington, suffered a minor concussion after the stage collapsed on him during his last song. "The boys and I are very grateful to be home and for life itself," the country star said on his Twitter. "We thank you for your prayers and concern and will see you on the road again soon. My heart goes out to the family of Donna Moore who was killed and all of the other fans who were hurt on Saturday." Currington's bassist, Alex Stevens, was pinned under the stage for 30 minutes on Saturday until crews were able to free him. Stevens is recovering in Nashville after having surgery on his left arm. Alberta Occupational health and Safety is currently investigating the incident, keep checking back here for more on this developing story.

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