The Angel Ball raises $3.6 million for cancer research…
Gabrielle’s Angel Foundation for Cancer Research raised $3.6 million and counting for blood cancer research at its annual fundraiser. The Angel Ball was held Monday night at the Cipriani Wall Street. It was a black-tie benefit, hosted by Grammy-nominated songwriter Denise Rich along with her daughters Daniella Rich and IIona Rich Schachter.
Heidi Klum, Amy and Brian France, Chairman and CEO of Nascar, Founders, The Luke and Meadow Foundation; Mary Kitchen and Jon Orszag, Co-Founder of Compass Lexecon, Co-Directors of The Orszag Foundation were all honored. Pop sensation OneRepublic, legendary vocalist Patti LaBelle and Tony and Grammy Award- winner Billy Porter performed throughout the evening,
The Angel Ball’s main focus is to honor individuals who have made significant humanitarian and philanthropic contributions in support of cancer research. It always boasts attendees in the fields of business, philanthropy, and society alike for this annual celebration of life, music and the quest for a cure. Entertainment Correspondent Alicia Quarles emceed the evening.
Nick Cannon presented the “Angel of Light” to honor his friend and “America’s Got Talent” co-host Heidi Klum. During his introduction he made not that Klum is “beautiful inside and out.” In her acceptance speech, Klum dedicated her honor to those fighting to beat cancer. “This one’s for you. I’m just going to keep it at my house because it’s pretty,” Klum said with a smile.
Jeff Gordon presented the “Angels of Hope” honor to Amy and Brian France, and James Carville presented the “Angels of Inspiration” honor to Kitchen and Orszag.
Simon de Pury orchestrated the live auction. Highlights included a 2016 Porsche Cayman GT4 that was on display outside the event, which sold for $125,000; a stunning pair of Lorraine Schwartz black and rose gold sapphire earrings, modeled by musician and actress Kat Graham, that sold for $70,000; and a 6-day Caribbean cruise on a luxury yacht that sold for $140,000.
Patti Labelle took to the stage and sang “You Saved My Life”. The crowd leapt to their feet and hit the dance floor after the opening to “Lady Marmalade” began to play.
The Angel Ball stands out as one of the highlights of the New York social season and featured a cocktail reception, dinner, surprise musical guests along with a luxury live auction and online auction hosted by Charitybuzz.com. This online auction continues through November 4th. To bid, visit: charitybuzz.com/angelball
Other guest included Usher, Grace Miguel, Selenis Leyva, Alina Baikova, Kat Graham, Star Jones, Dj Cassidy, Patina Miller, Andreja Pejic, Sam Moore, Kelly Rutherford, Ivana Trump, Motel Williams, Shanina Shaik, Devon Windsor, Toni Garrn, Deborah Cox, Rachel Hilbert, Sharina Gutierrez, and Tamara Mellon.