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Katy Perry Joins Celebrity Charity Ambassador Class

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 19:30:00 +0000

The VH1 Save The Music Foundation has announced its 2012 Ambassador Class, dedicated to restoring instrumental music education programs in our nation’s public schools.

Since 1997, The VH1 Save The Music Foundation has provided over 1.8 million children with the gift of a complete education that includes music. The Foundation’s Ambassador Program, comprised of prominent musicians, athletes and stars of the film world who have committed to being the Foundation’s most powerful advocates and fundraisers, have helped raise over 1 million dollars to support the Foundation’s cause. Joining Alumni Ambassadors like Beyonce, Colbie Caillat, Jamie Foxx, Natasha Bedingfield and Gavin DeGraw, the 2012 VH1 Save The Music Foundation Ambassador class includes: Katy Perry, Matthew Morrison, Lupe Fiasco, Gavin Rossdale, Jordin Sparks, Vanessa Carlton, AJ McLean and Chris Daughtry.

Throughout the year, the Ambassador Class will continue to raise awareness for The VH1 Save The Music Foundation and deliver key messages about the importance of music education in a young person’s life. They will help increase profits to further the Foundation’s goal of providing instrumental music education programs in U.S. public elementary and middle schools. Ambassadors will even perform at select national events and visit with public school students to share their experiences of how music has impacted their lives, passion and careers.

Photos: Stars Come Out For Charity At PUMA Event

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 16:00:00 +0000

A host of celebrities came together for Soles4Souls last week for PUMA’s Riddim + Run event.

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La Toya Jackson Joins Forever Michael Tribute Lineup

Mon, 03 Oct 2011 12:30:00 +0000

With less than a week to go until the Michael Forever Tribute in Cardiff, Wales on October 8th, Michael Jackson’s sister La Toya Jackson has announced she will be among the performers.

Having put music performances behind her for almost twenty years, she has decided there is no better time to perform from her heart.

“I have put musical performance behind me for roughly two decades, but there will never be another magical moment such as this to celebrate Michael with his fans to perpetuate the importance of his legacy,” she said. “I am honoured to share the stage with the incredible performers in this line up and am certain that nothing would make my brother smile bigger or brighter than this tribute concert. In speaking with my mother yesterday, I asked her where she thinks Michael would rather have us be, in this courtroom filled with negativity and lies or on a stage celebrating his music, his legacy and his life and she said without a second of thought, ‘Celebrating his Life with family and fans. I am looking forward to putting on a great show and making my brother proud.’”

Michael Jordan Celebrity Charity Golf Tickets On Sale Now

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 16:00:00 +0000

The 11th Annual Michael Jordan Celebrity Invitational (MJCI), hosted by ARIA Resort & Casino at Shadow Creek, returns to Las Vegas for the second consecutive year March 29-April 1, 2012.

Tickets are now on sale for one of celebrity golf’s most popular events, giving fans the opportunity to watch four days of competition with some of the biggest names in sports and entertainment.

“ARIA and Shadow Creek are incredibly proud to welcome the return of the Michael Jordan Celebrity Invitational to Las Vegas,” said Bill McBeath, ARIA’s president and COO. “We loved opening Shadow Creek to the public for the first time earlier this year for this spectacular tournament and very much look forward to welcoming back Michael, his fans and his celebrity guests. Most importantly, we are honored to be a part of an event that raises money for a variety of important charitable organizations.”

Jamie Foxx And Magic Johnson: Real Men Give Back At Celebrity Charity Event

Wed, 18 May 2011 14:00:00 +0000

Casa Décor is hosting a huge charity event on June 2, 2011 in downtown Los Angeles titled: Surreal4Real – Real Men Give Back. This event will benefit two charities: The Little Princess Foundation and Haven Hills. Both are local organizations that dedicate their time to helping women and children.

The event already has many celebrities, sports figures and high profile individuals in attendance, such as: Jamie Foxx, Magic Johnson, Mark Jackson, Shawn Marion, Russell Whittenburg, Assemblyman Mike Davis, Ed Roche and Peter Byrne. More names are being added everyday.

Photos: Celebrities Join Real Men Don't Buy Girls Campaign

Fri, 15 Apr 2011 15:30:00 +0000

As reported earlier this week by LookToTheStars.org, Demi Moore and Ashton Kutcher have been joined by a host of their celebrity friends for a new initiative to fight child sex slavery.

“Child sex slavery is a difficult issue to think about, which makes it all the more important that we do,” remarked Ashton Kutcher. “Real Men do not ever buy children for sex. Period.”

Added Demi Moore: “People don’t realize child sex slavery is a serious problem in the United States. Young girls are victimized in the commercial sex industry every day. No 13-year-old girl chooses to be exploited for sex. Real Men love, care, and protect girls. Real Men don’t buy girls.”

Demi And Ashton Fight Child Sex Slavery With Celebrity Charity Video

Tue, 12 Apr 2011 14:00:00 +0000

Demi Moore and Ashton Kutcher have been joined by a host of their celebrity friends – including Justin Timberlake, Sean Penn, Jamie Foxx, Drake, Jason Mraz and Bradley Cooper – for a new video initiative to fight child sex slavery.

Demi and Ashton are using their charity – the DNA Foundation – to launch the campaign, with its message that “Real Men Don’t Buy Girls.” According to CNN, 100,000 to 300,000 American children between 11 and 14 are vulnerable to being sold for sex every year.

“The average age of a girl involved in the sex trade is 13,” said Kutcher. "And the average man who buys a girl is 30-years-old, has no prior criminal record, and has a well-paying job.

Jamie Foxx Rocks Michael Jordan's Celebrity Charity Golf Event

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 15:30:00 +0000

The stars of the 10th Annual Michael Jordan Celebrity Invitational gathered at ARIA Resort & Casino for the highly anticipated signature MJCI Celebration during the weekend.

Headlining the celebrity charity gala was Grammy Award-winning artist Jamie Foxx, who put on a special private performance for the golfing celebrities and invited guests. World-famous dance crew Jabbawockeez, funnyman Kevin Hart and R&B sensations Boyz II Men opened for Foxx at the gala. The celebration followed the final round of MJCI’s Celebrity-Amateur play at Shadow Creek. In particularly good moods were athletes Jerome Bettis, Toni Kukoc and Drew Brees who, with their four-person amateur teams, were Friday’s top finishers with scores of 55.

Songs Of Hope IV A Celebrity Charity Success

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 12:30:00 +0000

Music and entertainment industry giants came together on November 4 for Songs of Hope VI, a special evening with live music and a silent auction benefiting City of Hope at the exclusive Esquire House LA.

The event featured intimate performances by The Doobie Brothers, Kenny Loggins and K’naan. The Songs of Hope VI silent auction featured rare, one-of-a-kind music experiences and autographed items, including the opportunity to bid on Slash’s autographed top hat; a walk-on role in the new Jamie Foxx movie “Skank Robbers”, a pair of limited-edition THIEL “Sunburst” speakers numbered and signed by Les Paul, whose classic Sunburst guitar inspired them, original signed lyrics and Oscar-nominated scores and songs and a live auction for autographed sheet music and photo of Led Zeppelin’s “Whole Lotta Love.”

Honored at the event were Randy Newman and Carole Bayer Sager.

Doobie Brothers To Perform Songs Of Hope At Celebrity Charity Event

Mon, 01 Nov 2010 12:30:00 +0000

Music and entertainment industry giants will come together on November 4 for Songs of Hope VI, a special evening with live music and a silent auction benefiting City of Hope at the exclusive Esquire House LA.

The event will feature intimate performances by The Doobie Brothers, Kenny Loggins and K’naan. The Songs of Hope VI silent auction will feature rare, one-of-a-kind music experiences and autographed items, including the opportunity to bid on Slash’s autographed top hat; a walk-on role in the new Jamie Foxx movie “Skank Robbers”, a pair of limited-edition THIEL “Sunburst” speakers numbered and signed by Les Paul, whose classic Sunburst guitar inspired them, original signed lyrics and Oscar-nominated scores and songs and a live auction for autographed sheet music and photo of Led Zeppelin’s “Whole Lotta Love.”

The evening will honor Randy Newman and Carole Bayer Sager, with guests expected to attend including Tommy Lee, David Foster, Gavin DeGraw, Keri Hilson, Paul Williams, and many more.

Stars To Hit The Celebrity Catwalk For Animal Charities

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 13:00:00 +0000

Every year in Hollywood, top celebrities lend their time and talent by hitting the catwalk for charity, raising funds and awareness for National Animal Rescue.

On Friday September 10th at Boulevard3 in Hollywood, Celebrity Catwalk will mark its 10th Annual Fashion Show – which fuses the worlds of fashion and entertainment into one unforgettable evening. Linda Blair is this year’s honoree.

Anthony Kiedis Attends Elton John's Charity Party

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:00:00 +0000

On March 7, Anthony Kiedis of the Red Hot Chili Peppers – along with other Hollywood stars – joined the 18th Annual Elton John AIDS Foundation Party at the Pacific Design Center in West Hollywood.

The gala has always been the leading fund-raising event in Hollywood on Oscar night, and raises AIDS awareness with help of many adored and admired artists among whom at this year’s party appeared: Milla Jovovich, Heidi Klum, Miley Cyrus, Hayden Panettiere, Victoria Beckham, Sharon and Kelly Osbourne, Simon Cowell, Joaquin Phoenix, Jamie Foxx, Jason Mraz, Joe Zee to name a few.

Jamie Foxx And Dominic Monaghan Make Musical Charity Surprise

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 11:30:00 +0000

Jamie Foxx surprised a group of high school students with $500,000 of new musical instruments this week.

Fidelity Investments, in partnership with the Los Angeles Philharmonic, the Boston Pops, the Houston Symphony and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, yesterday kicked off the 2010 Fidelity FutureStage music education program, a national initiative to support arts education in public schools. The celebration event was held as a four-city simulcast from Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles, Boston’s Symphony Hall, Houston’s Jones Hall and Kenwood Academy in Chicago.

Hosted by film and television actor Dominic Monaghan, the event brought together representatives and musicians of the Fidelity FutureStage partner symphonies, student musical performances and special guests in each city including Oscar-winning actor and musician Jamie Foxx in Los Angeles and actress Joan Cusack from her hometown of Chicago.

Stars Support Warriors In Pink On Valentine's Day

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 12:00:00 +0000

Ford Warriors in Pink is making its big-screen debut with New Line Cinema’s all-star ensemble film Valentine’s Day to give the gift of hope in the fight against breast cancer this February.

Before eager moviegoers can say “be mine” during love’s favorite season, fans will have the chance to win an action-packed Valentine’s Day Los Angeles getaway to attend the movie’s star-studded Feb. 8 premiere. Valentine’s Day opens nationwide Feb. 12.

Chevy Chase Launches Annual GREEN Auction

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 15:00:00 +0000

Here is your chance to hit the links with Chevy Chase and Bill Murray for a Caddyshack Golf Outing! Chevy & Bill will go on the block once again in support of GREEN Community Schools providing the chance for the lucky winning bidder and a guest to go golfing with these old friends and stars of the beloved Caddyshack film. Who knows what hijinks will ensue out on the links with these two?

Also up for grabs, a chance to join Howard Stern in the studio. The winner of this incredible experience will be able to sit in during a taping of the show and observe all the action. A meet and greet with the entire crew is included in this package. Once again, Chevy Chase will go on the Howard Stern show to talk about his latest acting projects including the acclaimed new NBC comedy, Community.

This year, Oprah Winfrey is also supporting Jayni and Chevy Chase’s Green School project with the lucky winning bidder receiving VIP tickets to a taping of The Oprah Winfrey Show including a chance to go backstage and meet the talk-show queen backstage! Dave Matthews Band is in support as well offering lucky fans the chance to meet them backstage after a concert of choice in Summer 2010. Robert Downey Jr has graciously offered a pair of tickets to the premiere of his upcoming film Due Date also starring Jamie Foxx & Michelle Monaghan, and Stephen Colbert and Regis Philbin are offering the chance to meet them backstage of The Colbert Report and LIVE! with Regis & Kelly respectively, and acclaimed actor Dustin Hoffman is offering the chance to join him on the set of an upcoming film. You can also spend a day on the set of Community with Chevy Chase; meet Joel McHale backstage on The Soup; Take a 10 Day expedition to The Galapagos aboard the National Geographic Endeavor; or catch Jimmy Buffett in concert, plus many more being added daily.

Bruce Springsteen To Rock Autism Concert

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 15:00:00 +0000

Autism Speaks is proud to announce the next performance in their Concert for Autism series.

This year’s star-studded event will feature comedian Jerry Seinfeld, with a special appearance by “The Boss”, Bruce Springsteen. The evening will be hosted by NBC’s Meet the Press moderator, David Gregory, on November 17, at world famous landmark Carnegie Hall.

The event will benefit the families and individuals who live with autism every day by supporting research, awareness and family services initiatives

Judd Apatow To Be Honored By Fulfillment Fund

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 12:00:00 +0000

Judd Apatow and Leslie Mann will be honored at the Fulfillment Fund’s annual STARS Gala at the Beverly Hills Hotel on October 26.

Each year, the Fulfillment Fund’s STARS gala honors a leader in the entertainment industry for extraordinary generosity and philanthropic involvement.

STARS has been recognized as one of the top five most successful annual fundraising events in Southern California, raising up to $2 million each fall to support programs offered through the Fulfillment Fund.

Celebrity Catwalk To Honor Animal-Loving Stars

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 15:30:00 +0000

Next week will see a host of celebrities honored for their work with animals at a special charity fashion show.

Celebrity Catwalk will see stars take part in the annual show, which will be hosted by Girls Next Door star Bridget Marquardt. Jamie Foxx, Nicole Richie and Melissa Rivers are just a few of the celebrities who have taken part in the past and helped to fuse the worlds of entertainment and fashion into one unforgettable evening.

This year’s show will honor Heather Mills, Nigel Barker, Grammy award-winning singer Mya and Kimora Lee Simmons for their work raising awareness of the 6-8 million dogs and cats the enter shelters in the US every year. Proceeds from the event will go directly to Noah’s Ark and Almost Home Rescue, two organizations that work tirelessly to put a stop to those statistics.

Jamie Foxx Launches Campaign To Save The Music

Thu, 09 Apr 2009 14:00:00 +0000

VH1 Save The Music Foundation Ambassador Jamie Foxx is helping to celebrate music education through a National World Train promotion in conjunction with his new film, The Soloist.

“Music gave me the chance for a new career,” said Foxx. “That’s how music moved me. How does music move you?”

VH1 Save The Music Foundation is joining forces with DreamWorks & Universal Studios to host a national “musical word train” about the redemptive power of music inspired by the new film The Soloist – opening April 24th. All you have to do is add your thoughts to Jamie Foxxs’ thoughts about what music mean’s to you at www.vh1savethemusic.com to enter to win a private screening of The Soloist in your home town.

Stars Come Out For Charity The Night Before

Thu, 19 Feb 2009 13:00:00 +0000

The entertainment industry’s biggest stars are set to shine this weekend at the annual Academy Awards, but the night before the big event they will be partying it up to support the Motion Picture and Television Fund Foundation.

The 7th annual The Night Before event will take place on Saturday, February 21, at the iconic Beverly Hills Hotel, and aims to help provide charitable health and community services to entertainment industry people in need.

The first Night Before event was held in 2003 and instantly became one of the most coveted invitations in town kicking off what is now a much-anticipated awards season tradition. Since its inception, the Night Before fundraiser has raised more than $30 million for MPTF.

Jamie Foxx Joins Stars For Charity Golf

Fri, 13 Feb 2009 12:00:00 +0000

On Sunday, January 25, the annual fundraiser “The Classic” was held at the Boca Lago Country Club in Florida. Actor-comedian Damon Wayans and singer Davy Jones of The Monkees were just a few of the celebrities to participate in the event which raises money for Home Safe, a nonprofit organization helping abused and neglected children in South Florida.

Wayans and Jones were also joined by actor Jamie Foxx at the event gala, which was held at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino and hosted by legendary saxophone player Clarence Clemons from Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band.

Jones was more than happy to help the cause and quick to recognize the outpouring of support. “In a time of economic change, there are a lot of people still supporting the things they believe in, and Clarence Clemons and friends that he invited and other business people … we just try to help and care when we have the time to get involved,” Jones said.

Obama's Inauguration Set To Rock

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 15:00:00 +0000

Barack Obama’s official inauguration concert this weekend is going to be a who’s who of the music industry, with some of the world’s biggest superstars confirmed to perform or attend.

The lineup for this Night Of Nights includes Bono and U2, Beyoncé Knowles, Bruce Springsteen, Stevie Wonder, Garth Brooks, Usher, Shakira, Sheryl Crow, John Legend, James Taylor, {celerity:Josh Groban}, and Mary J. Blige. Historical passages will be read by Jamie Foxx, Martin Luther King III, Queen Latifah and Denzel Washington.

The show will be aired on HBO at 7pm EST on Sunday, January 18, via an open feed, which means cable and satellite viewers will see the show for free.

Bid2Beat AIDS For Special Christmas Gifts

Tue, 25 Nov 2008 14:00:00 +0000

One of the biggest celebrity charity auction events of the year is currently gearing up for its launch on December 1.

Bid2Beat AIDS is an annual event that will feature over 1000 items from top stars such as 50 Cent, Adam Sandler, Adrian Grenier, Aerosmith, Alec Baldwin, Amy Winehouse, Antonio Banderas, Britney Spears, Cameron Diaz, Common , Death Cab for Cutie, Denzel Washington, P. Diddy, Donny Osmond, Elton John, Fall Out Boy, Foo Fighters, Good Charlotte, Green Day, Hanson, Hilary Duff, Jake Gyllenhaal, James Blunt, James Earl Jones, James Morrison, Jamie Foxx, Jay-Z , Jennifer Hudson, Jennifer Lopez, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Jeremy Piven, Jessica Alba, John Legend, Johnny Depp, Kanye West, Kirsten Dunst, Ludacris , M.I.A., Madonna, Mariah Carey, Neil Patrick Harris, Ozzy Osbourne, Phil Collins, Raven Symone, Razorlight, Rihanna , Sacha Baron Cohen, Sharon Osbourne, Victoria Beckham, Whoopi Goldberg, Will Ferrell, Wyclef Jean, and many, many more. Also up for grabs will be VIP tickets to concerts and backstage visits with stars like Bernadette Peters, Jewel, Aimee Mann, Joan Rivers, and Michael Feinstein.

The annual auction will raise money for LIFEbeat, the music industry’s AIDS fundraising and service charity. The first three BID 2 BEAT AIDS auctions raised nearly $250,000, and this year’s looks set to be the biggest yet.

Jamie Foxx Asks For World Peace

Wed, 05 Nov 2008 14:40:00 +0000

Earlier this fall, Jamie Foxx spoke to a crowd of 400 guests asking for support for an idea: world peace. This was not a beauty pageant.

It was all about Love Sees No Color, a documentary filmed through various countries to promote world peace, and the iwantpeace.com website.

The documentary was created by peace activist Fred Nassiri after a self examination of his life and what its purpose might be. To promote world peace seemed to be the answer. Then he created iwantpeace.com whose mission is “to be the first online portal that brings likeminded charities and organizations together to educate, gain exposure, and allow the online community to participate and donate in their unique charity and its individual platform.”

Celebrity Endorsement Pulls Young Voters

Wed, 22 Oct 2008 11:30:00 +0000

A new study has revealed how celebrity endorsement can encourage young people to vote.

“Celebrities have the power to motivate civic engagement regardless of their own grasp of the issues at hand,” reported a study by Washington State University published in the Mass Communication and Society journal. “Celebrity endorsed campaigns successfully lowered complacency and helped young people believe in their own impact on the political system. Young people got involved at higher levels and became increasingly aware of societal issues.”

According to the study, initiatives from stars such as Jessica Alba – who recently featured in several ad campaigns for Declare Yourself – as well as Christina Aguilera and Beyoncé Knowles have influenced the youth vote in America. 44% of newly registered voters in 2004 were between 18 and 25.