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MPTF NextGen Board Raises Over $800,000 at 2023 Summer Party Aug 9, 2023

On Sunday, August 6, the MPTF NextGen Board, a diverse group of entertainment industry professionals who represent the future of Hollywood and support MPTF’s mission of “taking care of our own,” hosted the 2023 NextGen Summer Party on the rooftop of NeueHouse Hollywood. More →

Ai Weiwei Honored at PEN America 2018 LitFest Gala Nov 8, 2018

Last week, PEN America hosted their 2018 LitFest Gala in Los Angeles, a celebration of free expression and the literary arts that honored some of the brightest names in film, television, and literature. More →

Stars Appear In New York Times Video With Pomellato To Celebrate International Women's Day Mar 8, 2018

To support and honor womankind, Pomellato and The New York Times collaborate to spread a message of positive female empowerment for International Women’s Day (March 8th). More →

Stars Come Out For 16th Annual MPTF Night Before Party Mar 5, 2018

A star-studded host committee, Academy Awards nominees and presenters, along with some of the most powerful industry influencers came together on March 3rd, 2018 for the 16th annual ‘Night Before’ party to benefit MPTF. More →

MPTF Hosts Star-Studded 11th Annual Evening Before Party Sep 19, 2017

Television’s biggest night took place in Century City, CA Saturday, September 16th, where the entertainment industry came together for the 11th annual “Evening Before” party, benefitting MPTF (Motion Picture & Television Fund). More →

Lisa Edelstein Wants A Vegan Schmear At Einstein Bros. Feb 27, 2017

With vegan options available everywhere from Starbucks to Ben & Jerry’s to Peet’s Coffee & Tea, House and Girlfriends’ Guide to Divorce star Lisa Edelstein recently sent a letter on PETA's behalf calling on Einstein Noah Restaurant Group to get in on the action by adding dairy-free cream cheese to Einstein Bros. Bagels’ menu. More →

Stars Attend MPTF's 10th Annual Evening Before Event Sep 19, 2016

Television’s biggest night took place in Century City, CA Saturday, September 17th, where the entertainment industry came together for the 10th annual “Evening Before” party, benefitting MPTF (Motion Picture & Television Fund). More →

Big Stars Named As Best Friends Animal Society Ambassadors May 1, 2014

What do an Oscar winning actress, a music multi-hyphenate, an NHL star, and a beloved hero dog have in common? They are among the twelve entertainers and public figures joining the ranks of Best Friends Animal Society's Celebrity Ambassadors program. More →

Celebrities Turn Out For NKLA Adoption Center Opening Aug 14, 2013

Celebrities and supporters of Best Friends Animal Society joined together on August 11 to celebrate the re-dedication of a privately owned building to the cause of animal welfare – specifically the ongoing effort to stop the loss of life in the City of Los Angeles animal shelters. More →

Maggie Q Goes Naked For PETA Jan 28, 2013

With climate change on everyone’s mind, Maggie Q is challenging people who have resolved to “go green” in 2013 to fight one of the leading causes of climate change – factory farming – by baring her body for an edgy new PETA ad that features the Nikita star naked and painted like the Earth next to the words “Fight Climate Change With Diet Change. Go Veg”. More →

Human Rights Watch Presents Cries From The Heart Apr 26, 2012

On Sunday, May 6, 2012, Human Rights Watch will present CRIES FROM THE HEART: FREEDOM NEEDS A VOICE at The Broad Stage in Santa Monica. More →

Lisa Edelstein Goes Naked For PETA Apr 12, 2012

Lying naked on a blanket of fresh green vegetables below the words “Eat Green to Go Green,” Lisa Edelstein stars in a brand-new pro-vegetarian print ad for PETA. More →

Celebrities Support Grand Opening Of Best Friends Animal Society Center In LA Feb 20, 2012

Last week saw a bunch of stars come out to celebrate the grand opening of the Best Friends Animal Society Pet Adoption and Spay/Neuter Center in Los Angeles. More →

Slash And Nigel Barker Join Celebrity Charity PSA For Shark Protection May 24, 2011

What do Nigel Barker, Lisa Edelstein and Slash all have in common? They’re just a few of the celebrities who support the Shark Free Marina Initiative to protect shark populations. More →

Orlando Bloom Helps Comedy Fight Malaria Oct 19, 2010

Stars from television, film and music have joined Malaria No More to use their talent (and their funny bone) to shine a bright light on the malaria crisis and get people talking about malaria. More →

Walk With Oprah And Friends For 10 Charities Mar 26, 2010

O, The Oprah Magazine will celebrate its 10th anniversary in New York City from May 7-9, and registration for the Live Your Best Life Walk on Sunday, May 9 is now open. More →

Mischa Barton Knits Hat For Ethiopian Child Nov 21, 2008

Actress Mischa Barton has launched her new official website by posting a photo of a hat she knitted for a child as part of her work with Save the Children. More →

Lint Roller Party Picks Up Big Names Nov 6, 2008

An impressive list of stars will be turning into party animals at the newly restored Hollywood Palladium on Thursday, November 13th, for the 15th annual Lint Roller Party. More →

Celebrity Fashion Up For Grabs Jul 3, 2008

Anybody interested in celebrity fashion should head over to www.clothesoffourback.org in the next few days to bid on some of the fabulous items up for grabs in the name of charity. More →

Heather Mills Hosts 2008 Farm Sanctuary Gala May 5, 2008

Heather Mills is giving hope to animal-lovers everywhere by returning to host this year’s Farm Sanctuary Gala on May 17th, with emcee Melissa Rivers. More →

Red Cross Announces The 2008 Celebrity Cabinet Feb 29, 2008

The American Red Cross unveiled their 7th annual National Celebrity Cabinet yesterday, February 28, with 15 new members from movies, sports, and television. More →