Las Vegas is tuning up for a night of philanthropy and tributes, as the 28th annual Power of Love gala swings into action at MGM Garden Arena on February 22 to honor television host Jimmy Kimmel. Kimmel, a personality known for his late-night antics, isn't the only star of the evening; the event is rolling out an impressive roster of celebrities and a performance by the iconic group Earth, Wind & Fire, News3LV reported.
Joining the cause are an array of luminaries such as the Emmy-nominated Anthony Anderson, Golden Globe winner Jason Bateman, and the ever-charismatic Kristen Bell; not to be overshadowed by the comedic punch of Billy Crystal, courtroom star Judge Judy Sheindlin, and the roastmaster himself, Jeff Ross, alongside Dax Shepard whose multi-faceted career stretches from the screen to the podcasting booth, according to the Las Vegas Review-Journal; and let's not forget the savory contributions of culinary legends Wolfgang Puck and Thomas Keller who will be delighting the senses with their exclusive menu.
The gala, which stands as a beacon of support for the Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health, shines the spotlight on the fight against brain disorders like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease; with Larry Ruvo, Keep Memory Alive's co-founder and chairman stating "The money raised at the Power of Love gala goes back to serving the more than 7,000 lives currently in our care," as he praised the entertainers for their support in expanding clinical research and treatment services, as reported by News3LV.
Among the honorees of the evening are Top Rank founders Lovee and Bob Arum, whom the Ruvo's event lauded with the Community Leadership Award for their philanthropic efforts in the region and beyond; in a year of massive expansion for the clinic, including the addition of concierge medicine and executive health services, all of which was made possible by such power-packed galas that have become a lifeline for the facilities invaluable brain health endeavors, and all this generosity has enabled the Cleveland Clinic to become a global beacon of hope from its roots right here in Las Vegas, the Las Vegas Review-Journal outlined. For more information on the Power of Love gala or to snag tickets, those interested may visit the Keep Memory Alive's official website.
