Scarlett Johansson will receive a special humanitarian award at the Human Rights Campaign Los Angeles Gala this Saturday, March 12.
Scarlett will accept the Ally For Equality Award via video during the event, which will also honor Patrick Murphy – former Congressman of Pennsylvania – with a National Leadership Award.
Jesse Tyler Ferguson of ABC’s “Modern Family” and star personal trainer Jillian Michaels of NBC’s “Biggest Loser” will make a special appearances, and Retired Marine Staff Sergeant Eric Alva will be a special guest for the event.
The Human Rights Campaign is America’s largest civil rights organization working to achieve lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender equality. By inspiring and engaging all Americans, HRC strives to end discrimination against LGBT citizens and realize a nation that achieves fundamental fairness and equality for all.
The HRC Los Angeles Gala is one of the largest LGBT fundraising events in Southern California, drawing more than 1,000 guests in past years, including national LGBT leaders in entertainment, community service, business and politics.
The event takes place at the Ritz-Carlton/JW Marriott LA Live, Diamond Ballroom, 900 West Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles. Find out more here