The Giving A Smile Foundation marked a major milestone with its Inaugural Gala at the Beverly Hilton—an evening that fused purpose with celebration while laying the groundwork for lasting change in children’s oral health across Los Angeles.
Los Angeles, CA – May 17, 2025 – The 32nd Annual Race to Erase MS Gala was held on Friday night at the historic Fairmont Century Plaza. But the sold-out event wasn’t merely a red carpet affair, as the glam night raised over $1.5 million for groundbreaking MS research. Blending fashion, music, and star power for an important and powerful cause.
The stars came out in full force for the highly anticipated HollyRod Foundation’s DesignCare Gala, a night of glitz, glamour, and philanthropy that celebrated 25 years of unwavering support for the autism and Parkinson’s communities.
Martell Cognac extended a special VIP invite to attend the first stop of DJ Cassidy’s Pass the Mic live! Tour on Friday, May 12, at the Prudential Center. Featuring our favorite Hip-Hop and R&B acts of the millennium with an exclusive lineup only for the night.
Nestled within the bustling Nomad district, which formally housed the Nomad Hotel, The Ned has finally made its US debut with the backing of Soho House parent company, Membership Collective Group.
The inaugural Gala also honored music icon Quincy Jones, sports legend Evander Holyfield, and NFL veteran Devon Still.
The inaugural event will be hosted in May in some of Brooklyn’s most picturesque locations.