Look To The Stars News: Sheila E.

Mary J. Blige Performs At (RED) Event

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 13:45:00 +0000

Hollywood stars and LA’s finest attended Belvedere Vodka’s pre-Grammy party at Avalon to celebrate its partnership with (RED) to raise proceeds for the Global Fund – among the world’s leading financiers of programs to fight HIV/AIDS in Africa.

Chelsea Handler, Forest Whitaker, Sheila E., Kelis, Heather Graham, Sam Trammell, Malin Ackerman, Sophia Birch, Natasha Bedingfield, Skrillex, Tulisa Constavalos and Paris Hilton all attended a private performance by Grammy award-winning artist Mary J. Blige who performed some of her greatest hits including ‘Family Affair,’ ‘One’, ‘No More Drama’ and ‘Just Fine’.

Fergie To Co-Host Avon Foundation Charity Awards

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 15:00:00 +0000

On November 2, 2011, Andrea Jung, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Avon Products, Inc. and Black Eyed Peas singer Fergie, will host The Avon Foundation for Women’s 11th Annual Awards at the New York Marriott Marquis in New York City.

This year’s event is sure to top all others as Avon Products celebrates its 125th Anniversary, a milestone that few companies have reached. More than 1,000 guests will enjoy this star-studded and special evening when the spotlight will be turned on deserving breast cancer programs and efforts to end violence against women in Avon countries around the globe.

As part of their 125th Anniversary celebration, the Avon Foundation is thrilled to feature blockbuster performances and appearances by the finalists and celebrity judges of the spectacularly successful Avon Voices, Avon’s first ever singing and songwriting competition! Celebrity judge appearances will include Fergie, Natasha Bedingfield, Delta Goodrem, Sheila E., and many more.

Stars Make It Pink For Breast Cancer With Celebrity Charity Auction

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 13:00:00 +0000

Throughout the month of October, eBay users will notice a pink hue to the world’s largest online marketplace. That’s because eBay Giving Works, the company’s charity fundraising program, will be hosting its 8th annual fundraising campaign in honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

The fundraiser, called “Make It Pink,” will benefit nonprofit organizations doing critical work to educate the public, save lives and find a cure for breast cancer, which kills more than 40,000 women and 400 men annually.

Fergie And Friends Judge Round Two Contestants For Avon Voices

Fri, 03 Jun 2011 13:00:00 +0000

Avon Products, Inc. announced the 100 contenders from 41 countries who will advance to the second round of Avon Voices – the company’s first-ever global online singing talent search .

Out of 178 Round One Contenders from around the world, 100 Round Two Contenders were chosen from a combination of an online public vote and an Avon Voices judging panel. Starting today through June 20, the public can view new performances by the Round Two Contenders and vote for their favorites at www.AvonVoices.com. Over 1.7 million votes around the world were cast in Round One.

Be empowered! Avon Voices is inviting people everywhere to join a worldwide movement that unites and inspires through the universal language of music. Women around the world are making their voices count by telling their stories, sharing their dreams, and showcasing their talents at www.avonvoices.com.

LTTS Exclusive: Sofia Vergara Honored At Celebrity Charity NALIP Gala

Mon, 18 Apr 2011 15:30:00 +0000

LookToTheStars.org’s Special Correspondent, Delinda Lombardo, attended the 2011 NALIP Dinner Gala this weekend and filed this exclusive report.

Actress Sofia Vergara (“Modern Family”) and Nobel Peace Prize nominee Governor Bill Richardson were honored at the 2011 NALIP Dinner Gala Saturday night at the Island Hotel in Newport Beach.

Stars Come Out For A Stellar Night For Charity

Tue, 30 Mar 2010 11:30:00 +0000

At the Starlight Children’s Foundation’s annual A Stellar Night gala on Friday, March 19, 2010 at The Century Plaza Hyatt Regency Hotel, Starlight presented Larry Flax and Rick Rosenfield, Co-Founders of California Pizza Kitchen, with its 2010 “Heart of Gold Award” and Noel R. Wallace, President of Colgate U.S., with its “Jacki Carlish Humanitarian of the Year Award.”

Co-hosted by jazz great and Starlight Global Ambassador Dave Koz and actors and StarPower Ambassadors Chris and Kyle Massey, the night also featured live entertainment from the legendary Dionne Warwick and young recording artist Maddie Lauer.

Co-chaired by Starlight board members Carol Savoie, David Getson and John Rosenberg, “A Stellar Night” showcased inspirational stories from Starlight families and paid tribute to humanitarians, who are helping seriously ill children and their families cope with their pain, fear and isolation.

Generosity Water CD Project Launched At Charity Event

Wed, 24 Mar 2010 12:00:00 +0000

Generosity Water celebrated the 2nd Annual Night of Generosity at Mondrian LA’s SKYBAR on World Water Day, March 22.

The event, hosted by E! personality Jason Kennedy, raised over $30,000.00 towards Generosity Water’s efforts to end the clean water crisis. This unforgettable event included live music, stunning visual art displays from Generosity Water’s work in Africa, and a live auction where guests could sponsor wells to be built in various countries.

Host Jason Kennedy and One Tree Hill’s Robert Buckley came together to bid on and purchase a well in Liberia for $3,000.00, as did Grey’s Anatomy actress and event chairs Chyler Leigh and husband Nathan West. Samantha Mollen and American Idol’s Elliott Yamin entertained guests with special, acoustic performances that were even showcased live, along with the entire event, on Ustream.

LTTS Exclusive - The Alliance For Digital Equality

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 12:00:00 +0000

The Alliance for Digital Equality met on January 15 at University of Southern California with a crowd consisting of politicians, executives, celebrities and people concerned about the digital divide.

The Alliance for Digital Equality (ADE) is a non-profit consumer advocacy organization that serves to facilitate and ensure equal access to technology in underserved communities. Hill Harper, Tavis Smiley and CNN’s Mario Armstrong served as moderators for the day long conference. Other celebrities in attendance included Malik Yoba, Sheila E. and several mayors from across the United States including Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigoisa.

American Idol Gives Back $67 Million

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 15:30:00 +0000

David Beckham, Bono, Annie Lennox and Carrie Underwood have all accepted cheques from April’s Idol Gives Back event on behalf of the charities they support.

The show raised over US$67 million for charities such as the Global Fund, Malaria No More, the Children’s Health Fund, Save the Children, and the Children’s Defense Fund.

“I saw first hand with my visit to Sierra Leone with UNICEF last year how devastating malaria can be to a country,” said Beckham, who was presented with US$12 million by Idol winner David Cook on behalf of Malaria No More. “This money will help buy millions of bed nets and also protect many people, particularly the young children who are most vulnerable.”

The Who's Tommy To Elevate Hope

Wed, 18 Jun 2008 11:32:00 +0000

A very special performance of The Who’s classic rock opera “Tommy”, benefiting the Elevate Hope Foundation, will take place on Thursday, June 19, at the Ricardo Montalban Theatre in Hollywood. This will be the first appearance of the theatrical production of “Tommy” in Los Angeles in a decade.

Founded by Sheila E., the Elevate Hope Foundation raises funds to help assist victims of child abuse and abandonment through music and the arts. This special performance will assist in developing a more comprehensive Arts Enrichment Program for Vista Del Mar Child & Family Services, which provides 45 programs to nearly 6,000 children and families. Their goal is to provide educational and therapeutic services to families and children suffering from mental, behavioral and emotional challenges. Vista Del Mar’s therapeutic residential program provides services to youth – aged 12-18 – who have been moved from home to home due to such behaviors as aggressive outbursts and suicidal tendencies that are beyond what the foster parents can handle. Vista Del Mar is committed to providing these youth the best care possible.

For more information or to donate, please visit www.elevatehope.org.

Idol Gives Back On Wednesday

Tue, 08 Apr 2008 08:11:00 +0000

It will be raining philanthropic celebrities on Wednesday night when American Idol Gives Back airs on the Fox Network. The “star clouds” are set to burst with a gala of music, fun, appearances, and surprises – all in the name of charity.

Idol host Ryan Seacrest will serve as Master of Ceremonies for the event, which was taped in front of a lively audience at the Kodak Theater in Los Angeles on Sunday night, and producers expect this year’s event to raise over $100 million for charity.

“Tonight isn’t just about raising money,” said Brad Pitt, one of the many guests to attend the gala. “Sometimes, to help people, we’ve got to travel outside of our comfort zone to really understand another situation.”