The celebs were in full effect for Russell Simmons ’12th Annual Art For Life’ Benefit, this weekend!
Stars such as Kimora Lee Simmons, Djimon Hounsou, La La Anthony, Kevin Liles, Rev Run, Taraji P. Henson and more attended the exclusive event held at Simmons’ East Hampton estate.
‘Arts For Life’, founded by Russell and his brother Danny, is dedicated to reaching out to New York City youth through the arts.
The fundraising gala was hosted by CNN’s Soledad O’Brien with ‘Celebrity Apprentice’ star Star Jones as the auctioneer.
The event honored Mary J. Blige; President of J.P Morgan-Chase Foundation, Kimberly B Davis; world-renowned nutritionist and author Oz Garcia; co-founder of Jimmy Choo, Tamara Mellon; and actor/filmmaker Edward Norton for their career achievements and philanthropic work!
Guests were entertained by songstress Jennifer Hudson!
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Congrats to the honorees!
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