Sir Elton John has just received the Peter J. Gomes Humanitarian Award. John accepted the Harvard Foundation award at Sanders Theatre in a ceremony filled with touching remarks, standing ovations, and festive music. John is well known for his philanthropic work. He has supported many causes, but his work with HIV and AIDS has been his primary focus since 1992. That’s the year he founded his AIDS Foundation. It’s been his mission to end the worldwide epidemic. His foundation has raised $385 million, and counting, to support programs around the world related to this cause. The Harvard award is not
What’s the Buzz About Elton John’s Humanitarian Award from Harvard?...
What’s the Buzz About Elton John’s Humanitarian Award from Harvard?...
- 11/11/2017
- by Judy Greenlees
- TVovermind.com
Elton John says he was once a monster but found light in helping others. And now, when it seems like the world is in its darkest hour, society needs to find its light too.
John, 70, candidly spoke of his own struggles on Monday afternoon at Harvard University, where he received the prestigious Peter J. Gomes Humanitarian Award from the Harvard Foundation, in honor of his contribution to the fight against HIV and AIDS.
“My passion and commitment to music opened up imaginable doors and took me to new heights in life. But once I hit the pinnacle, happiness became elusive and darkness crept in,...
John, 70, candidly spoke of his own struggles on Monday afternoon at Harvard University, where he received the prestigious Peter J. Gomes Humanitarian Award from the Harvard Foundation, in honor of his contribution to the fight against HIV and AIDS.
“My passion and commitment to music opened up imaginable doors and took me to new heights in life. But once I hit the pinnacle, happiness became elusive and darkness crept in,...
- 11/7/2017
- by Megan Johnson
- PEOPLE.com
The SAG-aftra Foundation has announced Lionel Richie will be the first recipient of its inaugural Recording Artists Inspiration Award.
The internationally-renowned singer-songwriter, record producer, and philanthropist is being recognized for his career achievements and charitable work. The event takes place Thursday, November 9, at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Beverly Hills.
For decades, Lionel Richie has been an influential and well-respected recording artist, selling over 100 million records. Richie has garnered multiple awards including: four Grammy Awards, an Academy Award, a Golden Globe Award®, and the esteemed Johnny Mercer Award at the Songwriters Hall of Fame 47th Annual Induction and Awards Dinner. Richie recently joined the judges’ panel for the 2017/2018 season of American Idol.
The SAG-aftra Foundation’s Recording Artists Inspiration Award also recognizes Richie’s commitment to charity through his work with the Breast Cancer Research Foundation, Muhammad Ali Parkinson Center, Unicef, and The Art of Elysium.
The internationally-renowned singer-songwriter, record producer, and philanthropist is being recognized for his career achievements and charitable work. The event takes place Thursday, November 9, at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Beverly Hills.
For decades, Lionel Richie has been an influential and well-respected recording artist, selling over 100 million records. Richie has garnered multiple awards including: four Grammy Awards, an Academy Award, a Golden Globe Award®, and the esteemed Johnny Mercer Award at the Songwriters Hall of Fame 47th Annual Induction and Awards Dinner. Richie recently joined the judges’ panel for the 2017/2018 season of American Idol.
The SAG-aftra Foundation’s Recording Artists Inspiration Award also recognizes Richie’s commitment to charity through his work with the Breast Cancer Research Foundation, Muhammad Ali Parkinson Center, Unicef, and The Art of Elysium.
- 10/11/2017
- Look to the Stars
Rihanna is set to receive an award for her commitment to charity. The 29-year-old singer has been named Harvard University’s 2017 Humanitarian of the Year, and will be presented with the Peter J. Gomes Humanitarian Award during a ceremony on campus next week. Related: ‘Ocean’s 8’ First Look! See Sandra Bullock, Rihanna and the Rest […]...
- 2/23/2017
- by Cat Williams
- ET Canada
Rihanna is set to receive an award for her commitment to charity.
The 29-year-old singer has been named Harvard University's 2017 Humanitarian of the Year, and will be presented with the Peter J. Gomes Humanitarian Award during a ceremony on campus next week.
Related: 'Ocean's 8' First Look! See Sandra Bullock, Rihanna and the Rest of the Crew in Action
"Rihanna has charitably built a state-of-the-art center for oncology and nuclear medicine to diagnose and treat breast cancer at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Bridgetown, Barbados," S. Allen Counter, the Harvard Foundation's director said in a statement on Wednesday. "She has also created the Clara Lionel Foundation Scholarship Program [named for her grandmother and grandfather] for students attending college in the U.S. from Caribbean countries, and supports the Global Partnership for Education and Global Citizen Project, a multiyear campaign that will provide children with access to education in over 60 developing countries, giving priority to girls and those affected by lack of...
The 29-year-old singer has been named Harvard University's 2017 Humanitarian of the Year, and will be presented with the Peter J. Gomes Humanitarian Award during a ceremony on campus next week.
Related: 'Ocean's 8' First Look! See Sandra Bullock, Rihanna and the Rest of the Crew in Action
"Rihanna has charitably built a state-of-the-art center for oncology and nuclear medicine to diagnose and treat breast cancer at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Bridgetown, Barbados," S. Allen Counter, the Harvard Foundation's director said in a statement on Wednesday. "She has also created the Clara Lionel Foundation Scholarship Program [named for her grandmother and grandfather] for students attending college in the U.S. from Caribbean countries, and supports the Global Partnership for Education and Global Citizen Project, a multiyear campaign that will provide children with access to education in over 60 developing countries, giving priority to girls and those affected by lack of...
- 2/23/2017
- Entertainment Tonight
Rihanna may be widely celebrated for her music, but now she’s accepting a different type of honor—for her humanitarian work.
The 29-year-old singer has been named the 2017 Harvard University Humanitarian of the Year and will accept the Peter J. Gomes Humanitarian Award at a ceremony on campus next Tuesday.
“Rihanna has charitably built a state-of-the-art center for oncology and nuclear medicine to diagnose and treat breast cancer at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Bridgetown, Barbados,” said Harvard Foundation director S. Allen Counter.
The vocal philanthropist also created the Clara Lionel Foundation in honor of her grandmother and grandfather to improve health,...
The 29-year-old singer has been named the 2017 Harvard University Humanitarian of the Year and will accept the Peter J. Gomes Humanitarian Award at a ceremony on campus next Tuesday.
“Rihanna has charitably built a state-of-the-art center for oncology and nuclear medicine to diagnose and treat breast cancer at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Bridgetown, Barbados,” said Harvard Foundation director S. Allen Counter.
The vocal philanthropist also created the Clara Lionel Foundation in honor of her grandmother and grandfather to improve health,...
- 2/23/2017
- by Brianne Tracy
- PEOPLE.com
Los Angeles, Dec 5: Singer Lionel Richie will be honoured with a humanitarian award by the Harvard University for helping quake-hit Haiti.
The singer will be honoured with the Peter J. Gomes Humanitarian Award for co-writing 1985 charity single 'We Are the World' and re-recording the song in 2010 to benefit Haiti. Richie will receive the honour during a ceremony at Harvard University Monday, reports contactmusic.com.
He is also being honoured for his efforts to raise money and awareness for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
The past recipients of the annual award include Sharon Stone and James.
The singer will be honoured with the Peter J. Gomes Humanitarian Award for co-writing 1985 charity single 'We Are the World' and re-recording the song in 2010 to benefit Haiti. Richie will receive the honour during a ceremony at Harvard University Monday, reports contactmusic.com.
He is also being honoured for his efforts to raise money and awareness for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
The past recipients of the annual award include Sharon Stone and James.
- 12/5/2011
- by Amith Ostwal
- RealBollywood.com
Lionel Richie is the recipient of the 2011 Harvard Foundation Peter J. Gomes Award. Distinguished singer-songwriter, musician, and record producer Lionel Richie will receive the 2011 Peter J. Gomes Humanitarian Award from the Harvard Foundation on December 5, 2011 at Kirkland House. Richie is a multi-award winning superstar and musical genius who has written and recorded many popular love songs. One of those songs he co-wrote was with the late Michael Jackson entitled, .We Are the World,. to benefit hunger victims in Africa, and again in 2010 for the victims of the earthquake in Haiti. He is also an advocate for breast cancer research and has helped to raise funds to support the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. .The...
- 12/2/2011
- by April MacIntyre
- Monsters and Critics
The Rev. Peter J. Gomes, an author perhaps better known as the pastor of Harvard University, died Monday in Massachusetts General Hospital from complications of a stroke suffered last December. He was 68.
Rev. Gomes was not only the first black minister of Memorial Church of Harvard, but also the only gay, Republican Baptist to hold the position. He had served in the role since 1970 and was a member of both the University’s Faculty of Arts and Sciences and Divinity School,...
Rev. Gomes was not only the first black minister of Memorial Church of Harvard, but also the only gay, Republican Baptist to hold the position. He had served in the role since 1970 and was a member of both the University’s Faculty of Arts and Sciences and Divinity School,...
- 3/2/2011
- by WSJ Staff
- Speakeasy/Wall Street Journal
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