Originally Published 2 months ago — by variety.com
Variety's Power of Women LA event celebrated influential women in media and entertainment, highlighting their achievements and advocacy for social causes, with notable speeches from Jamie Lee Curtis supporting Children's Hospital Los Angeles and Sydney Sweeney discussing resilience and representation.
Hollywood stars gathered at Vogue World 2025 to raise funds for LA wildfire victims, with the event featuring notable appearances and photos capturing the occasion.
The Steelers hosted their annual fashion show, Steelers Style 2025, themed around the Wizard of Oz, featuring players, families, and performances, raising over $1 million for various charities, and celebrating Pittsburgh's community and football spirit.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry made a surprise appearance at a charity concert supporting Santa Barbara's first responders, showcasing her fashion choices including her favorite dress designer and a summer bag.
Popular streamer Ninja faces daily trolling over his reduced viewership but remains committed to gaming and charity work, including a 24-hour skin cancer awareness stream to encourage young people to check their moles.
The cast of Dawson’s Creek will reunite for a one-night charity event in New York City to perform a live reading of the show's pilot episode, supporting F Cancer and James Van Der Beek, who was diagnosed with Stage 3 colorectal cancer in 2023.
Nintendo has prohibited the use of its games at the upcoming RTA in Japan Summer 2025 charity speedrunning event due to a lack of prior permission, marking a shift from previous years where games were showcased without formal approval. The organization is now required to seek individual permissions for each game and event, leading to the exclusion of Nintendo titles this year. This change reflects Nintendo's increased protective stance and the event's growing prominence.
Japan's largest charity speedrunning event, RTA, will not feature Nintendo games this year due to Nintendo's strict licensing rules and the need for prior permission, though organizers hope to include Nintendo titles in future events.
Pope Leo XIV emphasized the importance of unity and dialogue in a divided world, highlighting a charity football match in Italy that promotes peace, support for sick children, and the role of sports, music, television, and politics in fostering encounter and reconciliation.
Jason Kelce's playful Speedo stunt at a charity event in Sea Isle City sparked online debate but successfully raised over $1.4 million for autism research, highlighting his commitment to community and the complex reactions to his unorthodox methods.
Jennifer Garner and her boyfriend John Miller shared a rare public display of affection at a charity event in Santa Monica, celebrating her fundraiser for Save the Children, highlighting their ongoing relationship since 2018.
Jason Isaacs publicly mocked Mel Gibson, calling him 'Rabbi Gibson' after Gibson's past antisemitic outburst, and stated he is 'not my friend' due to his unforgivable actions, though he also mentioned forgiving him in a moment of vulnerability. Isaacs criticized Gibson's portrayal in 'The Passion of the Christ' and discussed the complex nature of forgiveness in Hollywood, where some actors continue to support Gibson despite his past.
Le Bal des Débutantes, a prestigious debutante ball in Paris, showcased over 20 young women in haute couture gowns, emphasizing individuality and creativity. Notable participants included Apple Martin and Lucia Ponti, who wore stunning Valentino and Armani gowns, respectively. The event, held at the Shangri-La Hotel, also served as a charity fundraiser for children's hospitals. The debutantes, including celebrity offspring, participated in a waltz and a runway-like presentation, highlighting the blend of tradition and modern fashion.
Caitlin Clark, the reigning WNBA Rookie of the Year, will participate in the RSM Classic pro-am at Sea Island Golf Club, playing alongside fellow Iowan Zach Johnson. She will also take part in a charity putting event benefiting local charities. Clark recently played in the LPGA's The Annika driven by Gainbridge and the John Deere Classic pro-am. Her participation in these events highlights her growing presence in the golf world, despite being primarily known for her basketball achievements.
Blythe Danner, Gwyneth Paltrow's mother, was taken to the hospital from a Hamptons charity event but is reportedly "completely fine" according to a Goop representative. Danner, who previously battled a rare form of cancer, experienced a medical scare but is now doing well.