Look To The Stars News: Macmillan Cancer Support

Stars Wish Macmillan Cancer Care A Happy 100th Birthday

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 15:30:00 +0000

Leading cancer care charity Macmillan Cancer Support recently asked its celebrity supporters – including Kylie Minogue, Keira Knightley, Sting, Alesha Dixon, Joanna Lumley, James Corden, Anna Friel and Seth Rogen – to share their 100th birthday wishes in a short film 100 Years Of Macmillan: A Birthday Tribute.

The short film premiered at The Macmillan Centenary Gala, an all-star evening of entertainment hosted by Graham Norton at The London Palladium on Monday 28 November.

Acting royalty Dame Helen Mirren wished for a very high heeled pair of shoes comfortable enough to walk around in all day for her 100th birthday, while TV presenter Amanda Holden would love to look 75 years younger if she reaches 100. Funny man Ricky Gervais wished for a real life hoverboard from the film ‘Back To The Future’ while Myleene Klass’ dream present would be a grand piano which she could shrink and carry around in her handbag.

Graham Norton To Host Celebrity Charity Gala For Cancer Support

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 12:00:00 +0000

Stars from the worlds of music, comedy, television and theatre will be celebrating 100 years of Macmillan Cancer Support at The Macmillan Centenary Gala, an all-star evening of entertainment hosted by Graham Norton, at The London Palladium on Monday 28 November.

The green carpet will be rolled out along Argyll Street for The Macmillan Centenary Gala to welcome a star-studded audience. Stars already confirmed to take to the world famous Palladium stage include Miranda Hart, Jimmy Osmond, John Barrowman, Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Jimmy Carr, Fearne Cotton, The Nolans, Arlene Phillips, Robin Windsor and Kristina Rihanoff, Danielle Hope (Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz) and the casts of hit West End musicals Chicago and The Lion King.

Graham Norton said, “It is an honour to be hosting The Macmillan Centenary Gala, which is set to be an incredible evening of glitz and glamour at The London Palladium. Macmillan Cancer Support does a truly wondrous job in helping people affected by cancer, so the evening will be a magical celebration for all of us both on stage and in the audience.”

Get Your Hands On Jude Law's Jeans For Charity

Tue, 08 Mar 2011 12:00:00 +0000

British jeans company Wizard Jeans has been joined by a number of stars for some very special celebrity charity auctions.

Currently going under the hammer is a pair of jeans signed by Jude Law to benefit Macmillan Cancer Support.

“Jude kindly consented to paint his right hand with black textile ink and slap it on the

Kevin Spacey Donates Shoes To Charity Auction

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:00:00 +0000

Whose shoes would you most like to step in to? A glamorous day in the life of Kylie Minogue? A moment treading the boards as Kevin Spacey or a chance to strut your stuff as Cindy Crawford?

A new and amazing auction offers you the chance to step into the shoes of some of the most idolised people in the world, with proceeds to go to Macmillan Cancer Support.

And there is a whole bunch of celebrity shoes going under the hammer, including footwear donated by Olivia Newton-John, Duran Duran’s Simon Le Bon, Yasmin Le Bon, Rod Stewart, Darren Hayes, Sharleen Spiteri, Melanie C, Russell Watson, Denise Van Outen and many more.

Katherine Jenkins Busy With Charity Projects

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 11:30:00 +0000

Welsh singing sensation Katherine Jenkins has been busy with charity projects lately.

Last week she was spotted at the Macmillan Cancer Support De’Longhi Art Auction, following the announcement that the charity is hoping to name her as an ambassador.

“Macmillan looked after us when my father was ill, so I always sing or do something special for their events,” she said. “I bought the first painting at the auction for £1,800 because the charity is so special to me.”

Pink To Star In New PETA Ad

Fri, 20 Feb 2009 13:00:00 +0000

British funny man Ricky Gervais has revealed that he has joined a very special star for a new charity ad.

The comedian has posted a blog in which he says he has recorded the ad with Pink for PETA.

“Did a cinema charity ad for PETA,” wrote Gervais. “It’s a great idea and I play a rabbit, and Pink plays an alligator. I’ll post it when it’s all finished and shiny.”

Roger Daltrey Rocks Village With Charity Gig

Mon, 29 Sep 2008 11:30:00 +0000

Roger Daltrey rocked a field of fans at a small charity gig last week.

Frontman for The Who, Daltrey played to 400 people who packed themselves into a huge tent at West Well Farm in the sleepy English village of Tingewick – about 20 miles from Oxford – to raise money for some local charities, including Macmillan Cancer Support, Florence Nightingale House, and the Oxford Kidney Unit.

The singer performed for 75 minutes in a lineup of musicians that included members of Deep Purple, Ringo Starr’s son, Zac, and famed session musician Robbie McIntosh.

Terry Venables To Speak At Cancer Charity Gala

Fri, 08 Aug 2008 11:30:00 +0000

English football legend Terry Venables is part of a sport-themed lineup at a special charity gala, with proceeds to benefit Macmillan Cancer Support.

Terry Venables, noted former England football coach and player, will discuss the vicissitudes of his career and the sport itself at the fundraising gala. The gala will be held at the St Johns Hotel in Solihull, England, on 25 September 2008. Hosted by Talksport presenter Ian Danter , the event will also include a three-course dinner.

Venables is well known for his lengthy football career as both a player and manager in England and internationally. He played for the England national team in 1964 and managed that same team from 1994-1996. In 2006, Venables participated in Soccer Aid, a charity event that raised £2.6 million for UNICEF. Venables coached the England team, comprised of celebrities and football legends, which was victorious in the televised match against the Rest of the World squad.