Look To The Stars News: John Salley

Jordin Sparks Performs At Celebrity Sports Spectacular For Charity

Tue, 24 May 2011 15:30:00 +0000

The greatest names in sports and entertainment came together on Sunday, May 22nd at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza to celebrate the 26th anniversary of Sports Spectacular to benefit the world-renowned Medical Genetics Institute at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.

Hosts John Salley, Samantha Harris and Jim Hill kept guests entertained at the annual gala dinner and silent auction which honors the country’s top sports stars in an effort to combat genetic birth defects. Over $1.3 million were raised at the event.

Snoop Dogg To Host Celebrity Charity Sports Spectacular

Wed, 04 May 2011 13:00:00 +0000

The greatest names in sports and entertainment will come together to celebrate the 26th anniversary of Sports Spectacular to benefit the world-renowned Medical Genetics Institute at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center on May 22.

Snoop Dogg, John Salley and Jim Hill will host the annual gala dinner and silent auction which honors the country’s top sports stars in an effort to combat genetic birth defects. This year’s honorees include NBA Star Blake Griffin of the Los Angeles Clippers, Olympic Gold Medalist Lindsey Vonn, NFL Defensive Player of the Year Troy Polamalu of the Pittsburgh Steelers and U.S. soccer star Landon Donovan. More than 1,800 prominent sports figures, entertainers, and business, civic and community leaders will be on hand to support and raise funds for children suffering from genetic birth defects. Sports Spectacular has raised more than $20 million to benefit the life-saving work of the Cedars-Sinai Medical Genetics Institute.

Other celebrities expected to attend include Buzz Aldrin, Tia Carrere, Vivica Fox, Alison Sweeney, Michael Strahan, Summer Sanders and many more.

Farm Sanctuary To Celebrate 25th Anniversary With The Stars

Tue, 19 Apr 2011 14:00:00 +0000

Following yesterday’s announcement that Moby, John Salley, Bob Harper and Jennifer Coolidge are to host Farm Sanctuary’s 25th Anniversary Gala launch event, the organization will also hold two star-studded, black tie galas in May and September.

The first of these galas will be held in New York City on May 14, and will feature special guests such as Chevy Chase, Emily Deschanel, Russell Simmons, Carol Leifer, Wendie Malick, Loretta Swit and Fred Willard.

To be held at Cipriani Wall Street, the event invites you to “join humane businesses, politicians, artists, the media, celebrity advocates, and dedicated supporters on this special night to celebrate the lives of farm animals and the historic progress achieved on their behalf over the past 25 years!”

Stars To Launch Farm Sanctuary Gala Celebrations

Mon, 18 Apr 2011 14:00:00 +0000

On Saturday, April 23, Moby, NBA Champion John Salley, “The Biggest Loser’s” Bob Harper and Jennifer Coolidge will host a very special evening to launch the 25th Anniversary Gala Celebrations of Farm Sanctuary, the nation’s leading farm animal protection organization, at the home of James Costa in the Hollywood Hills.

This special milestone, and all that has been achieved to promote compassion for farm animals in the past 25 years, will be commemorated at two star-studded, black-tie Galas in New York City on May 14, and in Los Angeles on September 24.

More information below, and RSVP here.

PokerStars and amfAR Hold Celebrity Tournament

Mon, 17 Jan 2011 14:01:00 +0000

For the second year in a row, amfAR joined forces with PokerStars to host a special charity poker tournament to help raise funds for AIDS research.

A total of 58 players competed last Thursday, including celebrities such as ‘Austin Powers’ star Verne Troyer, former NBA basketball star John Salley, former LA Dodgers pitchers Chad Billingsley and Orel Hershiser, pro golfer Sergio Garcia, TV personality Ricki Lake, ‘Entourage’ star Kevin Dillon, 2008 Playmate of the Year Nicole Jayde and Spanish football legend Poli Rincon.

Adopt A Farm Animal For Christmas

Mon, 20 Dec 2010 13:00:00 +0000

With only a handful of shopping days left and the stores packed with long lines and the usual selection of uninspired gifts, here is an idea for a gift that is so special, so heartwarming and so utterly unique that it can’t be found in any store.

Farm Sanctuary’s Adopt-A-Farm Animal holiday sponsorships enable you to give the gift of life this holiday season by sponsoring a Farm Sanctuary animal in your name, or warming the hearts of your loved ones with gift adoptions. With each adoption, you and/or your gift recipients will receive a unique and memorable sponsorship package that includes a personalized adoption certificate and a beautiful color photo. You will experience the joy of knowing that you have made a difference for a farm animal.

Stars Celebrate Turkeys This Thanksgiving!

Mon, 22 Nov 2010 15:30:00 +0000

Thanksgiving is this week, and many celebrities are looking forward to celebrating turkeys, not eating them!

Here is what they have to say:

Ellen DeGeneres – “Save a life this Thanksgiving, and join me in starting a new tradition by adopting a turkey instead of eating one through Farm Sanctuary’s Adopt-A-Turkey Project.”

John Salley Walks For Farm Animals

Mon, 01 Nov 2010 14:00:00 +0000

On October 24, New York City and NBA champion and wellness guru John Salley hosted the 2010 Walk for Farm Animals, an annual event taking place in more than 75 cities across the United States and Canada to celebrate and promote compassion for farm animals and raise vital funds to support the lifesaving rescue, education and advocacy work of Farm Sanctuary, the nation’s leading farm animal protection organization.

Salley was joined by this year’s national Walk spokesperson – celebrity trainer and television personality Bob Harper from NBC’s hit show “The Biggest Loser.”

Harrison Ford And John Stamos Honored By Charity

Thu, 30 Sep 2010 15:00:00 +0000

Operation Smile, a worldwide children’s medical charity, honored Harrison Ford, John Stamos and Susan Casden at its 9th Annual Smile Gala on September 24, 2010, at the Beverly Hilton Hotel. Access Hollywood host Billy Bush served as Master of Ceremonies and Jenna Ushkowitz and Kevin McHale of GLEE performed.

Special guests attending the gala included Operation Smile Ambassadors John Salley, who served as guest auctioneer, Carmit Bachar, Deidre Hall, Donald Trump, Jr. and Vanessa Trump. A highlight of the evening included a performance by Philippine Smile Ambassador Chadleen Lacdo-o. More than $1.5 million was raised to benefit the organization.

Operation Smile Co-founder and CEO Dr. William P. Magee presented the John Connor Humanitarian Service Award to Calista Flockhart on behalf of legendary actor and humanitarian Harrison Ford who was unable to attend due to a scheduling conflict. The John Connor Humanitarian Service Award is presented to those individuals who have demonstrated their concern and love for their fellow man through their actions and deeds.

Stars Come Out On Earth Day

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 11:30:00 +0000

Stars and Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa of Los Angeles came out to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of Earth Day with James Cameron at JW Marriott in downtown Los Angeles as part of the Avatar Home Tree Event.

Many celebrities shared their various media platform programs at the event. While on the green carpet sporting green attire, former NBA Star, talk show host and vegan John Salley announced he is the new executive producer of the documentary film Simply Raw: Reversing Diabetes in 30 Days. The documentary centers around a raw food challenge to reverse cases of diabetes.

James Cameron To Attend Avatar Home Tree Event On Earth Day

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 15:30:00 +0000

Following their visit to the Amazon rainforests last week, James Cameron and Sigourney Weaver headed back to Washington DC to talk about their experience.

“A lot of people around the world consider the Amazon the last great river and the Amazon forest is vital to the survival of the whole planet,” said Weaver. “[We saw] tribal chieftains talking about their grandchildren, how the way of life that they’ve lived for centuries will disappear on a whole section of the Amazon.”

The pair were in Brazil to raise awareness of the indigenous communities’ battles to stop the massive Belo Monte Dam on the Xingu River in the Amazon rainforest. On returning to the US, they learnt a judge had ordered the suspension of the preliminary license for the Belo Monte hydroelectric dam and the cancellation of the auction.

John Salley Addresses Congress About Child Nutrition

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:00:00 +0000

NBA star John Salley went to Capital Hill this week to urge Congress to reform the Child Nutrition Act. Joining Salley were Elizabeth Kucinich, her husband, Rep. Dennis Kucinich, and representatives of Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine.

Vegetarianism was the focus of the event, where speakers discussed how federal policies, especially the Child Nutrition Act, contribute to our nation’s high rates of diet-related diseases and stress our health care system. They also asked Congress to help schools serve more fruits, vegetables, and healthy vegetarian foods.

“Succeeding as a champion athlete or champion student takes plenty of nutritious fuel for the mind and the body,” Mr. Salley said. “Students need more fruits and vegetables that will help them stay healthy, fit, and ready to learn. That’s why it’s important for Congress to stay on top of its game by reforming the Child Nutrition Act.”   

Jeans Engineered For Celebs On Auction

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 14:30:00 +0000

Anybody walking through Times Square may be surprised to find hundreds of jeans and shirts hanging like laundry from clotheslines above the streets. Don’t be too concerned… it’s all part of the Pair in the Square Celebrity Jeans Auction.

Alison Sweeney, host of The Biggest Loser and cast member of Days of Our Lives, kicked off the auction yesterday by auctioning off Ryan Seacrest’s jeans to benefit the Clothes Off Our Back Foundation. The remaining celebrity jeans from Miley Cyrus, Nick Lachey, Ashlee Simpson, Lauren Conrad, Rachael Ray, Minnie Driver, Debra Messing, Brittany Snow, Terrence Howard, Forest Whitaker, Neil Patrick Harris, and many more are available at www.clothesoffourback.org. A sweepstakes will also be held at www.washingmyjeans.com to win the new GE Profile Frontload Washer and Dryer as part of the auction.

Proceeds from the auction, which runs until September 8, will go to Feeding America, The Art of Elysium, Hope North, and H.E.L.P. Malawi.

Celebrities Take Pole Position For Charity

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 06:30:07 +0000

You will not have to be a car enthusiast, racing fan, petrol head, or even an average, ordinary sports fanatic to enjoy the celebrity specticle that will take place next weekend in downtown Long Beach. The peaceful silence of Southern California will be ripped asunder as engines are revved and a host of stars take to the track in the Toyota Pro/Celebrity Race at the 34th annual Toyota Grand Prix.

A field of 18 is primed and ready to vie for the checkered flag in the world’s longest-running and most successful celebrity racing event. The 10-lap race will trace a 1.97-mile street circuit, and will raise money for Racing for Kids, a program that benefits children’s hospitals in Long Beach and Orange County. Toyota has generously pledged $5,000 to the charity in the name of each celebrity driver, and another $5,000 to the race winner’s charity of choice.

The celebrity race has been held every year since 1977, and has attracted stars such as Gene Hackman, Jason Bateman, Rick Schroder, Stephen Baldwin, Donny Osmond, Sean Patrick Flanery, and Josh Brolin. This year’s celebrity drivers include: