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Book Review: Leeza Gibbons' Take 2 - Your Guide To Happy Endings And New Beginnings

Tue, 26 Mar 2013 14:30:00 +0000

Leeza Gibbons is no stranger to new beginnings, and in her new book – Take 2: Your Guide To Happy Endings and New Beginnings – she explains just how you can take control and live life to your rules.

Leeza Gibbons Take 2

“If you could hit the reset button and start over, would you? I did and I’ve found anytime is a good time for a re-do! That’s why I am so excited to tell you about the release of my brand new book, Take 2: Your Guide to Creating Happy Endings and New Beginnings,” she says about Take 2. “This is more than a book to me. It’s a chance for me to share my life and the lessons I have learned with you in hopes that you’ll be inspired, encouraged and empowered enough to realize that if this is not the life you ordered, you can always call for a TAKE 2!”

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Meat Loaf Joins Stars To Customize Medical ID Bracelets

Fri, 30 Nov 2012 13:45:00 +0000

Medical ID Marketplace by Hope Paige, the foremost designer of fashionable medical accessories, has teamed up with eight celebrities to create customized bracelets in order to benefit a variety of charities.

Their designs will also serve to raise awareness for illnesses such as epilepsy, cancer, diabetes and food allergies. These bracelets are available for purchase on the Medical ID Marketplace website.

The following celebrities and charities are participating in this campaign:

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Leeza Gibbons Partners With Cellar Angels For Charity

Thu, 26 Jul 2012 14:30:00 +0000

For over thirty years Leeza Gibbons has been in front of cameras, delivering entertainment news, hosting her own talk show and even dancing her way into our hearts via Dancing With The Stars. Off screen her greatest accomplishments are seen in her tireless energy of giving back, and over the past decade she has become a leading health advocate by offering free support programs for family caregivers at Leeza's Place and Leeza’s Care Connection.

Today, she partners with Cellar Angels to assist in fundraising for those non-profits, both programs of The Leeza Gibbons Memory Foundation, a foundation she created to honor her mother and caregivers everywhere by providing free programs and services for family caregivers caring for loved ones with a memory disorder or any chronic and/or progressive illness.

“We have been blessed to be on the front lines, for almost a decade, helping families navigate through a challenging time. Our programs are a lifeline for those husbands and wives, sons and daughters who often find themselves depressed and depleted, not knowing where to turn for help. Cellar Angels is a welcome addition to our army of change, allowing us to continue to provide answers, comfort and care for those who give so much,” she said.

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Leeza Gibbons To Feature In Larry King's CNN Alzheimer's Special

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 15:00:00 +0000

Leeza's Place, the signature program of The Leeza Gibbons Memory Foundation, will feature on Larry King's new CNN special on Alzheimer’s in May.

On Sunday, May 1st, CNN will air “Unthinkable: the Alzheimer’s Epidemic” premiering at 8pm ET/PT. Larry’s cameras caught up with Leeza Gibbons as she interviews caregivers about their experiences dealing with the “thief of memories”. Leeza also takes Larry’s cameras inside one of her Leeza’s Place support centers where caregivers participate in programs and activities to help nourish themselves as they provide comfort and care for their loved ones.

It’s being called the disease of the 21st century as an estimated 5.4 million people have been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. It is the sixth-leading cause of death across all ages in the United States, but many Americans still do not know much about this illness. The one-hour special will look into Alzheimer’s disease, who gets it and why, the race to find effective treatments and a possible cure.

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Leeza Gibbons And LeAnn Rimes Dare2Care For Charity

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 13:00:00 +0000

Leeza Gibbons and David Foster teamed up earlier this month to present Dare2Care, a pre-Oscar cocktail party at BOA on Sunset.

The sensational bash and “party with a purpose” raised funds to benefit the Leeza Gibbons Memory Foundation and its signature program, Leeza's Place. On the event’s bustling red carpet, conversation changed from “what are you wearing” to “how are you caring” as the stars celebrated the importance of philanthropy and giving back. The evening’s entertainment featured performances by world renowned artists such as Grammy Award winning artist LeAnn Rimes, musical prodigy David Foster, Broadway star Eden Espinosa and singer/songwriter Chantelle Delaney.

LeAnn Rimes, David Foster, Leeza Gibbons

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Leeza Gibbons Named As Ambassador For Care

Thu, 09 Dec 2010 12:30:00 +0000

One of the most recognizable faces on television, Leeza Gibbons, is teaming up with AARP to once again connect with millions of people across the country.

As the organization’s new Ambassador for Care, she will bring information and resources to the more than 44 million Americans who are caregivers, along with her own personal experiences. Additionally, Gibbons will return to TV as the new host of AARP’s 30-minute lifestyle TV show, My Generation, which airs nationally on PBS.

“Leeza’s personal experience as a caregiver and the work she has done to aid others in this role make her a great fit as our new Ambassador for Care,” said Emilio Pardo, Executive Vice President and Chief Brand Officer, AARP. “Add to this her new role as the host of My Generation, a role that obviously goes hand in hand with her expertise and success on TV, and we’ve got a powerful new arsenal of information available to AARP’s members and 50+ America.”

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Leeza Gibbons Supports National Family Caregiver Month

Wed, 24 Nov 2010 12:30:00 +0000

Leeza Gibbons – who founded Leeza's Place in response to the growing needs of both those who suffer from memory disorders and their caregivers – is celebrating National Family Caregiver Month.

“At Leeza’s Place, we know the job of being a caregiver is both frustrating and fantastic; isolating and invigorating; a blessing and a burden,” she says. "Those husbands and wives, daughters, sons and friends who care for someone they love often find they are stronger than they ever imagined they could be.

“More than 65 million people, 29% of the U.S. population, provide care for a chronically ill, disabled or aged family member or friend during any given year and spend an average of 20 hours per week providing care for their loved one. Each and every month we celebrate those courageous spirits who give of themselves day in and day out to provide care for their loved ones.

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Leeza Gibbons To Climb Mount Washington For Charity

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 15:00:00 +0000

On July 31, Leeza Gibbons will lead a group of volunteers to the top of Mount Washington to fight against Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Disease.

The celebrity legend says: "This year, all of us here at Leeza's Place and the Leeza Gibbons Memory Foundation are involved in a very special project called The Army of Change. This project started with “the Regulars”, a group of regular people who have been impacted by Alzheimer’s and/or Parkinson’s disease. This group of regular people decided to climb 10 Mountains in 10 Years to bring awareness and raise funds for these two diseases.

“On July 31, 2010, the group, along with hundreds of regular people, will be climbing Mt. Washington in New Hampshire to raise money for four charities, including the Leeza Gibbons Memory Foundation & our signature program, Leeza’s Place. You can help support our Leeza’s Place locations and our communities of caregivers who will be making this climb in recognition and honor of all caregivers and their loved ones who climb their own personal mountain daily.”

More: http://www.looktothestars.org/news/4800-leeza-gibbons-to-climb-mount-washington-for-charity

Leeza Gibbons To Join Larry King At Magic Of Memories Charity Dinner

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 14:00:00 +0000

Leeza Gibbons will once again host the annual Magic of Memories Dinner to benefit a number of worthy charities.

The seventh annual event will take place at the Island Hotel in Newport Beach, California, and feature guests Marie Osmond, Larry King and Paul Mitchell CEO John Paul DeJoria. Tickets cost $250 per person, with proceeds going to benefit organizations such as the Leeza Gibbons Memory Foundation, the Larry King Cardiac Foundation, the Andrew Gomez Dream Foundation, Food 4 Africa and the Children's Miracle Network Hospitals.

Tickets and more information are available here.

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Leeza Gibbons To Be Honored At Charity Garden Party

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 14:00:00 +0000

The 8th annual Gay and Lesbian Elder Housing Garden Party will take place in Los Angeles on October 11 and will honor Leeza Gibbons for her outstanding charity work.

The event – which also honors actress Sharon Glees – celebrates Gay and Lesbian Elder Housing, a nonprofit organization dedicated to building and operating high-quality affordable, multicultural housing developments which include a community space used to provide social and recreational services for GLBT older adults. Their goal is to provide a safe, nurturing environment that supports the well-being of GLBT elders.

Leeza Gibbons will receive the Ron Gelb Community Service Award for her contributions to elder LGBT communities through her non-profit Leeza's Place. Leeza’s Place provides free services to family caregivers to help them navigate through their loved ones health challenges through education, empowerment and energy. Sharon Glees is set to be honored with the Triangle Square Pioneer Award for her advocacy on behalf of the LGBT community. The Emmy Award-winning actress has been a pioneer for LGBT civil rights through her positive portrayals in both film and television. She also stars in the upcoming film Hannah Free in which she portrays one lesbian’s journey.

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Leeza Gibbons: Take Your Oxygen First - A Book For Caregivers

Fri, 29 May 2009 12:00:00 +0000

Television host Leeza Gibbons will make a special appearance at the Cirlce of Care Leeza's Place 3rd Anniversary in Sherman Oaks today.

Gibbons will be signing copies of her new book, Take Your Oxygen First, an inspiring new book that aims to energize caregivers of people with memory loss. With a forward by Larry King, the book is written for those giving care to individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and other memory loss disorders. Take Your Oxygen First is an informative and inspiring guide to taking care of yourself in order to meet the challenges of giving care to another. Heartfelt, candid accounts by television and radio host Leeza Gibbons and the members of her family – who cared for their mother Jean for more than a decade after her diagnosis with Alzheimer’s disease – are combined with current medical, nutritional, psychological and spiritual information and advice for caregivers. Take Your Oxygen First shows you:

How the brain functions and how Alzheimer’s disease robs the mind of the ability to make memories.

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Leeza Gibbons To Host Magic Of Memories Dinner

Mon, 13 Apr 2009 13:30:00 +0000

Leeza Gibbons will join Fran Drescher in hosting the 6th annual Magic of Memories Dinner on April 25.

The event will take place at the Island Hotel in Newport Beach, California, and feature guests Larry King and Paul Mitchell CEO John Paul DeJoria. Tickets cost $250 per person, with proceeds going to benefit organizations such as the Leeza Gibbons Memory Foundation, the Larry King Cardiac Foundation, the Andrew Gomez Dream Foundation, City of Hope, Food 4 Africa, Fran Drescher’s Cancer Schmancer Movement and the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network.

Last year’s event raised over $930,000 for charity, and this year they are planning to top that.

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LTTS Exclusive: Inside A Night To Make A Difference with Host Michelle Vink

Fri, 27 Feb 2009 15:30:00 +0000

Look To The Stars’ lead host, Michelle Vink was on hand as a host of Leeza Gibbons' A Night To Make A Difference Fundraiser on Oscar night. Read her story below:

“Without hope, life is just not worth living”…

Those were the words from Harvey Milk from the Oscar-winning movie, Milk. Despite the uncertain state of the economy and the lack of faith we keep hearing about on the news, there was an overwhelming resurgence of hopeful optimism at the Oscars this year. Winning storylines like Slumdog Millionaire and Milk captured that very essence.

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Look To The Stars Exclusive: Live Stream Of Leeza Gibbons' Night To Make A Difference

Fri, 20 Feb 2009 15:30:00 +0000

Look To The Stars is proud to be involved in one of Hollywood’s premier charity Oscar parties this weekend. Leeza Gibbons' A Night To Make A Difference will take place on Sunday, February 22, at the iconic Mr Chow in Beverly Hills, with a host of celebrities expected to attend. And Look To The Stars is streaming the event LIVE.

This unique event will bring together stars from film, TV, music, sports and fashion to celebrate the worlds of celebrity and charity. Special Ambassadors of Change who have used their celebrity to make a tangible difference in the world will be on hand to empower the audience to make a difference in their own lives.

Hosted by Leeza Gibbons, Olivia Newton-John and David Foster, the Night To Make A Difference will attract stars such as Paris Hilton, Jessica Biel, Forest Whitaker, Slash, Alan Thicke, Ashley Tisdale, Brooke Burns, Cheryl Burke, Cheryl Ladd, Chevy Chase, Danny Boyle, Darryl McDaniels, Dee Wallace, Hilary Duff, Holly Robinson-Peete, Jaclyn Smith, Jane Seymour, Joey Fatone, Jordin Sparks, Ken Paves, Mario Lopez, Mel B., Melissa Gilbert, Rick Schroder, Suzanne Somers, Taraji P. Henson, Teri Hatcher, Tony Hawk and many more.

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Exclusive Interview: Look To The Stars Talks To Olivia Newton-John

Tue, 17 Feb 2009 15:30:00 +0000

With four Grammy Awards and a further eight nominations behind her, Olivia Newton-John is nothing short of a legend in the music world.

Born in England but raised in Australia, Olivia was talented singer from a young age and passionate about music: she released her first solo album in 1971, and in 1974 represented the United Kingdom in the Eurovision Song Contest. A long list of hits, including I Honestly Love You and Let Me Be There, led to her being cast as Sandy in the film version of Grease in 1978.

The early 1980s were phenomenal years for the young star, and she had a string of hits including Xanadu, Let’s Get Physical, and Suddenly. But in 1992, on the eve of a world tour, Newton-John was diagnosed with breast cancer. It was the start of a long battle for the Grammy Award winning artist, but she eventually overcame the disease and returned to music.

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Leeza Gibbons And Olivia Newton-John Present A Night To Make A Difference

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 15:30:00 +0000

Look To The Stars is proud to be a sponsor of an exciting event that is set to take Oscar night by storm. Leeza Gibbons, Olivia Newton-John and David Foster are bringing together a host of celebrities for A Night to Make a Difference to focus on advocacy, philanthropy and volunteerism.

The star-studded and inspirational event will be held at Beverley Hills’ exclusive and iconic Mr Chow, which will be transformed into a “living set” as it provides a backdrop for a very special interactive Oscar viewing party. This unique event will bring together stars from film, TV, music, sports and fashion to celebrate the worlds of celebrity and charity. Special Ambassadors of Change who have used their celebrity to make a tangible difference in the world will be on hand to empower the audience to make a difference in their own lives.

The list of Ambassadors of Change is long and includes Laila Ali, Jessica Biel & Make The Difference Network, Cindy Crawford, John Paul DeJoria, Fran Drescher, Hilary Duff, David Foster, Leeza Gibbons, Melissa Gilbert, Erin Gray, Tony Hawk, Slash & Perla Hudson, Larry King, Ali Landry, Mario Lopez, Gloria Loring, Darryl McDaniels, Dr Phil & Robin McGraw, Olivia Newton-John, Holly Robinson-Peete & Rodney Peete, Jane Seymour, and Amy Smart.

More: http://www.looktothestars.org/news/2030-leeza-gibbons-and-olivia-newton-john-present-a-night-to-make-a-difference

Look To The Stars Asks Leeza Gibbons

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 14:08:26 +0000

Leeza Gibbons has been entering the living rooms of America for over 25 years. Through her tenure as anchor of Entertainment Tonight in the 1980s and 90s and her popular talkshow Leeza (which garnered 27 Daytime Emmy nominations), Gibbons became a household name while highlighting her intelligence, sensitivity, and compassion.

As a presenter, producer and business woman, Gibbons exudes positivity and energy – she celebrated her 50th birthday while performing on season 4 of ABC’s Dancing With The Stars. And as well as launching her Fearless campaign to motivate women to live fearlessly at any age, she also has time to promote her own brand of mineral based makeup – Sheer Cover – and develop her Sheer Inspiration Life Coaching business. She even has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. As if that isn’t enough, Gibbons is also currently training to take part in Olivia Newton-John's Great Walk To Beijing to raise money for cancer treatment.

In 2003, Leeza Gibbons left her high profile television career to form the Leeza Gibbons Memory Foundation – an endeavor she dedicated to her mother, who had recently been diagnosed with a debilitating memory disorder.

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