Jem Aswad Senior Music EditorCity of Hope, one of the largest cancer research and treatment organizations in the United States and a leading research center for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses, announced that its Music, Film and Entertainment Industry group’s 2022 Spirit of Life Gala will feature a performance by singer-songwriter Jack Johnson.The gala will take place Oct.
27, 2022, at the Pacific Design Center in Los Angeles — the first after a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic. As previously announced, Republic Records founders, chief executives and brothers Monte and Avery Lipman will be honored with the prestigious Spirit of Life Award at the event.“I’m excited to be part of City of Hope’s gala honoring my friends Monte and Avery Lipman,” Johnson said. “Over the past 20 years, they have always been there for me.
Now it’s my turn to shine the spotlight on them and the important work they do with City of Hope!” The Spirit of Life Award is City of Hope’s most prestigious honor and is presented to industry leaders around the world who have made a significant commitment the advancement of research and clinical innovation and the delivery of personalized, compassionate care.
Honorees are selected for their notable contributions to the community in which they live and the profession in which they work.Past Music, Film and Entertainment Industry group recipients include Sylvia Rhone, Jon Platt, Mo Ostin, Clive Davis, Quincy Jones, Frances W.
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