Look To The Stars News: Geena Davis

NFL Players Help Fight Famine In Africa

Wed, 28 Dec 2011 12:25:00 +0000

Just in time for the holiday season, a time when charitable giving increases, NFL players have joined FWD, a national public awareness campaign designed to inform Americans of the extreme famine, war and drought in the Horn of Africa.

Developed by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Ad Council, the FWD campaign encourages Americans to forward the facts about the crisis and to donate to the relief efforts.

“Right now, the famine, war and drought in the Horn of Africa is the largest humanitarian crisis in the world, impacting more than 13 million people,” said USAID Administrator Dr. Rajiv Shah. “As lives and livelihoods are threatened, USAID and its partners are working to increase awareness of the crisis and urge people to act and support relief efforts.”

Uma Thurman And Geena Davis Film PSAs For USAID

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 13:45:00 +0000

In response to the drought and famine in the Horn of Africa, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), is joining the Ad Council to launch a national public awareness campaign featuring Uma Thurman and Geena Davis.

The campaign encourages Americans to spread awareness of the crisis, support the humanitarian organizations conducting the relief operations, and learn more about the solutions through President Obama’s Feed the Future initiative. The campaign is titled FWD, or famine, war and drought, which is an acronym for the three crises affecting the Horn.

Sting To Be Honored At Clinton Global Initiative

Mon, 05 Sep 2011 16:00:00 +0000

Bill Clinton has announced the program and featured attendees for the seventh Annual Meeting of the Clinton Global Initiative (CGI) to be held September 20-22 in New York City.

This year’s gathering will bring together an estimated 1,200 diverse stakeholders, including current and former heads of state, Fortune 500 CEOs, national and local government officials, and leaders from the nonprofit sector to devise and implement workable solutions to some of the world’s most pressing challenges.

“Since we began in 2005, CGI members have made great progress in addressing critical global issues by making more than 2,000 commitments through CGI that have and will improve the lives of more than 300 million people in more than 180 countries,” President Clinton said. “As many of these commitments come to fruition, I am proud that we will be showcasing the tangible impact they have made.”

Elizabeth Taylor To Be Honored By Women In Film

Sun, 05 Jun 2011 13:00:00 +0000

Women In Film has announced that film and television actress Melissa McCarthy will host this year’s Crystal + Lucy Awards on Thursday, June 16 evening, in the Beverly Hilton International Ballroom.

Making the announcement, Women In Film President, Cathy Schulman said, “This year, WIF is highlighting the impact women make on the media. Having laughed at Melissa’s years of trend setting and zeitgeist performances, topped by the wonderful ‘Megan’ in Bridesmaids, we’re thrilled to have Melissa hosting our event. We’re bound to have an unforgettable night.”

Kodak Launches Celebrity Charity Auction For Alzheimer's Association

Fri, 03 Dec 2010 15:00:00 +0000

Eastman Kodak Company has announced the beginning of its celebrity charity auction benefitting the Alzheimer’s Association.

The latest innovation from the KODAK Picture Kiosk – PYNK Smart Print System – not only holds memories, but with your assistance, can help preserve the memories of loved ones. KODAK PYNK Smart Print Ready frames signed by celebrities who attended Maria Shriver’s Women’s Conference are currently available for auction with all proceeds benefitting the Alzheimer’s Association at www.eBay.com/KODAK.

Pat Benatar To Rock For Variety - The Children's Charity

Wed, 05 May 2010 11:00:00 +0000

Pat Benatar will perform a special show in LA tonight, May 4, to benefit Variety – The Children’s Charity and the Will Rogers Institute.

It will be a night of Kansas City hospitality in Los Angeles complete with cocktails, authentic Kansas-City style BBQ, from Fiorella’s Jack Stack, and Texas Hold’em. AMC Theaters will bring together high-powered studio executives and industry influencers all while supporting two of Hollywood’s most revered institutions.

Guests expected to attend the event include Maria Menounos (“Access Hollywood”), Gilles Marini (“Brothers & Sisters”), Sean Patrick Flannery (BOONDOCK SAINTS), Dean Norris (“Breaking Bad”), Rich Sommer (“Mad Men”), Steve Ward (“Tough Love”), Olivia Munn (G4 Attack of Show/ DATE NIGHT), Aimee Garcia (“Trauma”) and many more.

Geena Davis Meets With UNIFEM Australia

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 12:30:00 +0000

Geena Davis was in Australia last week to discuss ways to empower women and promote gender equality with UNIFEM.

Globally, UNIFEM is partnering with Geena Davis in an effort to change the way media represents women and girls, both in terms of increasing the number of women and girls in the media and presenting them in a more positive way, and to encourage media to present and investigate issues of importance to women.

During the meetings, the Australian government announced it will provide $300,000 to the UNIFEM Pacific Fund to End Violence Against Women.

Ashley Judd To Receive Hollywood Hero Award

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 14:00:00 +0000

Accomplished film, television and Broadway actress and philanthropist, Ashley Judd will be honored November 10 as the recipient of the fourth annual USA TODAY Hollywood Hero Award being presented by USA TODAY President and Publisher David Hunke. The award recognizes her work as Global Ambassador for YouthAIDS, the education and prevention program of Population Services International (PSI).

Judd will be feted at a private award gala on the evening of November 10 at The Montage Beverly Hills Hotel in Beverly Hills, Calif. Guests will enjoy special celebrity tributes to Ashley Judd, dinner, a silent auction and an exciting live auction, with all proceeds to benefit PSI.

“I am honored to receive the USA TODAY Hollywood Hero Award. I accept it on behalf of the world’s poor, vulnerable, and exploited, who in my capacity as global ambassador for YouthAIDS and board member for PSI, I am committed to serving. I am grateful to PSI and its grassroots mission of providing basic health products, services, and the care necessary to empower people to lead healthier lives, which is the basis for all sustainability and is vital for what we are all working toward: stability and peace,” said Ashley Judd.

Stars For A Cause To Raise Charity Funds Tonight

Thu, 28 May 2009 15:30:00 +0000

A selection of items designed and decorated by some of Entertainment’s biggest stars will go under the hammer at Bonhams and Butterfields Auction House in Los Angeles tonight, May 28.

The Stars For A Cause Auction features a wide range of rare and collectable items, such as posters signed by Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie, Glenn Close, Susan Sarandon, Jonathan Rhys Meyers, Anna Paquin, David Duchovny, Rumer Willis, Jonas Brothers, P. Diddy, America Ferrera, Hayden Panettiere, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Colin Farrell, Anne Hathaway, Steve Carell, Emma Thompson, Marisa Tomei, Dustin Hoffman, Tom Hanks, Sandra Bullock, Tina Fey, Steven Spielberg and many more.

There are also shoes from William Shatner and Ludacris, and bags adorned with kisses from Al Roker, Nancy O’Dell, Nicollette Sheridan, Marcia Cross, Hugh Laurie, Phillip Seymore Hoffman, Geena Davis, Eva Longoria, Felicity Huffman, Teri Hatcher, Reese Witherspoon, Kelly Clarkson, Green Day, Keira Knightley, Paula Abdul, John Legend and many more.

Get Ready For The Carousel Of Hope This Weekend

Thu, 23 Oct 2008 13:30:00 +0000

The annual Carousel of Hope Gala will take place this weekend to raise money for the Barbara Davis Center for Childhood Diabetes.

Presented by Jay Leno, the gala will take place at the Beverly Hilton on Saturday, October 25, and will honor Denzel Washington for his charity work.

This year celebrates 30 years of helping children with diabetes through the Barbara Davis Center for Childhood Diabetes. Held every two years, this is the 18th Carousel of Hope. From its inception in 1978, the Ball has raised over $70 million.

Take a Walk With Jamie Lee Curtis

Mon, 12 May 2008 12:16:13 +0000

Do you have what it takes to be a mentor? Two-time Golden Globe-winning actress, Jamie Lee Curtis certainly knows what is essential for dreams to become a reality. On Friday, October 5th, (6:30 am – 9:00 am), she will be mentoring the women who participate in the Oxygen Mentor Walk at Santa Monica Beach, Los Angeles, CA.

Curtis’ success as a mentor is not only because she is among the best in her field, but more importantly because she finds enjoyment from teaching and motivating young women who aspire to be like her. Successful women in areas such as Advertising, Public Service, Media & Entertainment, and Fashion also plan to attend.

Each of the mentors will have the opportunity to answer questions, inspire, and make a difference in a woman’s life. Oxygen’s CEO Geraldine Laybourne plans to walk, as well as Cathy Benko, managing principal of talent and leader of Deloitte’s Women’s Initiative (WIN), and Debi Picciolo, President of the LA North Division of Time Warner Cable. Geena Davis, Janice Dickinson, Leeza Gibbons, Rikki Klieman, and Tanika Ray, among others, have participated in past walks with the organization.

Love Our Children USA Recognizes Mother's Who Make A Difference

Fri, 09 May 2008 09:37:50 +0000

Love Our Children USA announced today the Third Annual “Mothers Who Make A Difference List.”

What is the most difficult job in the world? Parenting!!

Celebrity Portraits Up For Auction

Thu, 23 Aug 2007 08:25:15 +0000

Autographed portraits of some of Hollywood’s brightest stars are up for auction on the internet this month, as part of the “Stars For A Cause”: charity Gala to be held in September.

George Clooney, Matt Damon, Leonardo DiCaprio and Brad Pitt are just some of the legends who have been immortalized in the works by acclaimed artist, Nicolosi. Painted using acrylic on canvas, these pop-art style portraits are both colorful and dynamic, and have been exhibited in London and Los Angeles, as well as at the Cannes Film Festival and on the cruise liner, the Queen Mary II.

Proceeds from the auction will go to The Prince’s Trust, a UK based charity that helps young people overcome barriers by providing training, mentoring, and financial assistance. Joanna Lumley, an ambassador for the Trust, is one of the stars featured in the collection. The Hollywood Museum will also benefit from the auction.

Geena Davis, Role Model and Advocate for Our Children

Thu, 03 May 2007 20:19:29 +0000

Geena Davis was celebrated for her work off screen – founding and promoting the See Jane program of Dads & Daughters – in Beverly Hills, California on May 1, 2007 at the USA TODAY Hollywood Hero Awards.

The evening, hosted by Kevin Nealon and Natasha Henstridge, began with a silent auction to benefit the See Jane program. It then moved onto a dinner and numerous speakers praising Ms. Davis for her genius starting the program (after the birth of her first child, a girl), her ability to inspire others, and for her passion advocating for all our children. Craig Moon, President and Publisher of USA TODAY, and father of one boy and four girls, spoke generously of Ms. Davis at the ceremony at the Beverly Hills Hotel, saying she was rewriting the very definition of the word “hero”.

Peter Coyote, actor, activist and single father of a grown daughter, wished the See Jane program had existed sooner. Though he joked, he hadn’t done too badly since his daughter is now a PhD and has a daughter of her own.