Usher, Keep A Child Alive, Black Ball
Usher attends Keep A Child Alive’s 7th annual Black Ball at Hammerstein Ballroom on September 30, 2010 in New York City. (WireImage)
Last Thursday, Keep A Child Alive’s 7th Annual Black Ball was held at the Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City. This spectacular event featured performances from some of music’s biggest stars, Usher and Alicia Keys. Hosted by funnyman Seth Meyers, this star-studded event honored those who have dedicated their lives to helping children living with HIV/AIDS around the world. In addition to honoring individuals for their services, funds were also raised to help continue the mission of Keep A Child Alive.
The event began with a red carpet walkway filled with celebrities dressed in glamorous attire. From Hollywood heavyweights such as Gwyneth Paltrow and Jay Z, to fashion icons Daphne Guinness and Naomi Campbell, there was no shortage of famous faces lined up for photographers’ lenses. As guests entered into the ballroom they were treated to a night full of powerful performances that highlighted some of today’s hottest hits as well as classic anthems from years past.
Organizers hope that through events like these they can encourage people across the globe to take action against HIV/AIDS and support organizations like Keep A Child Alive whose goal is to make sure “no child has to die needlessly from AIDS.” With millions of dollars donated over the years since its inception, it’s clear that attendees are aware of how important this cause is—and what better way than seeing two powerhouse performers come together on one stage?
Overview Of The Event
The 7th Annual Black Ball was held to benefit the Keep a Child Alive organization. It is an event that brings together celebrities, activists, and supporters from all over the world in order to raise funds for those affected by HIV/AIDS in Africa and India. The event featured performances by music legends Usher and Alicia Keys who headlined the night’s festivities.
This year’s edition of the Black Ball was hosted at New York City’s Hammerstein Ballroom on November 8th. Supporters were also invited to attend a pre-party which included cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, live entertainment, and silent auctions. Throughout the evening attendees had opportunities to bid on exclusive items while enjoying performances from special guests including Grammy award winning singer Estelle.
The night ended with a powerful speech delivered by actor Idris Elba about his work with Keep A Child Alive as well as an inspiring performance from Alicia Keys who closed out the show with her hit song “Girl On Fire”. All proceeds raised during this annual event will help support children living with HIV/AIDS around the world.
Special Guests And Performers
The 7th Annual Black Ball was a star-studded affair, with some of the biggest names in music and entertainment gracing the stage. Grammy award winning singer Estelle opened the night with an electrifying performance that had everyone on their feet. After her set, actor Idris Elba took to the stage to discuss his involvement with Keep A Child Alive and deliver an inspiring speech about how important it is for us all to help those affected by HIV/AIDS.
Usher followed suit by captivating the audience with his soulful sounds before Alicia Keys stepped up as headliner. She ended the night powerfully with her hit song “Girl On Fire” which brought everyone together in celebration of hope and love for those living with HIV/AIDS around the world. The show then concluded after one last standing ovation from attendees who were left feeling inspired and motivated to continue working towards making a difference in people’s lives.
Overall, this year’s edition of Keep A Child Alive’s Black Ball proved to be a successful event filled with amazing performances, heartfelt speeches, and powerful messages of support for children struggling against HIV/AIDS both locally and globally. It undoubtedly achieved its goal of raising awareness while also providing much needed funds to fight this deadly disease.
Conclusion
I was so lucky to attend the 7th annual Keep a Child Alive’s Black Ball. It was an incredible night filled with amazing performances and celeb sightings. Usher and Alicia Keys were both in attendance, much to everyone’s delight. They performed several of their hit songs, as well as some new ones that hadn’t been released yet. Everyone had such a great time!
The event raised money for the cause, which is always a big win. Every little bit helps when it comes to helping those who are less fortunate than us. And though I didn’t make any huge donations myself, I am proud to have played even a small part in supporting this worthy charity.
It truly was an unforgettable evening – one that will remain etched into my memory forever. From the star-studded attendees, to the awe-inspiring performances, everything about it made me realize just how important these kinds of events can be in making our world a better place.
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