Dinner of Champions & Emmy Style Party

Our own Hyatt Regency Century Plaza Hotel was the venue for the 39th Annual Dinner of Champions, which raises funds for MS Research & Programs. This year Pam Kehaly, President of Anthem, was honored in recognition of her and Anthem Blue Cross’ support, helping the MS Society move closer toward a world free of multiple sclerosis. Rep. Henry A. and Janet Waxman were also honored with the Spirit of Life Award. Previous honorees included Amy Pascal, Bob & Harvey Weinstein, and Annette Funicello, to name a few.

Anthony Griffith, Actor/Come​dian with Radio Personalit​y, Jillian Escoto at Dinner of Champions

Anthony Griffith, Actor/Come​dian with Radio Personalit​y, Jillian Escoto at Dinner of Champions

Country singer, Julie Roberts and actor/comedian Anthony Griffith, who both live with MS, performed at the dinner; and Jillian Escoto, radio personality, served as master of ceremonies. Did you know that MS affects more than 2.3 million worldwide? Since the Dinner of Champions is the most successful event held by any chapter of the National MS Society, we hope they reach their goal to eradicate this disabling disease.

Trendy Fig & Olive on Melrose Place opened its doors to host Doris Bergman’s Style Lounge, honoring the 66th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards. Over 100 of Hollywood’s finest presenters, stylists, industry VIPS and former Emmy Winners were on hand at this fashionable event; hosted by MD Sun Skin Care, and presented by Gerard Cosmetics & Whitening Lightning.

Kate Burton, Emmy Nominee, with MD Sun Skin Care

Kate Burton, Emmy Nominee, with MD Sun Skin Care

Among the Emmy Nominees were Kate Burton (Scandal), Jon Voight (Ray Donovan), Joey King (Emmy Winning Miniseries, Fargo,) and R.J. Mitte, From Emmy Winning series, Breaking Bad).

In the spirit of giving back, guests and sponsors donated unwrapped gifts to Wednesday’s Child, a weekly segment airing on KTTTV Fox 11 News, with anchor Christine Devine.

Oscar Winner & Emmy Nominee John Voight, with Traveler's Choice Luggage

Oscar Winner & Emmy Nominee John Voight, with Traveler’s Choice Luggage

Gifts & services were provided by Radar Watches, Perch Jewelry, Spongelle, Lee Cosmetics, and Bling It Hat Designs, to name a few. Brava to Bergman for glamorous guests. gorgeous gifts, and generosity to foster children.


As a television personality, guest speaker, newspaper reporter and columnist and one of the social arbiters of Los Angeles, Marci Weiner has touched every aspect of entertainment journalism. She has appeared as guest reporter on TV shows including Joan Rivers shows, Eye on LA, and the USA Network. In addition, she has hosted her own segments on Soap Talk, Hollywood Style and Hotline after Dark. You may contact Marci for info and invitations at [email protected]

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