Karolyn Grimes, the original Zuzu Bailey and only surviving cast member of It’s A Wonderful Life, will join Ed Asner, Pete Davidson, Ellie Kemper and others in a virtual benefit table reading of the 1946 Christmas classic.
Zuzu, of course, was the six-year-old daughter of Jimmy Stewart’s George Bailey, who delivers one of the film’s most memorable lines: “Look, Daddy. Teacher says every time a bell rings an angel gets his wings.”
Proceeds from the one-night-only Dec. 13 event will benefit The Ed Asner Family Center, dedicated to promoting mental health and enrichment programs to special needs children and their families.
“The world holds and cherishes many unrecognized heroes,” Grimes said in a statement. “This event is dedicated to those who touch others’ lives in positive ways…So many angels have touched my life and given me hope that humanity can be wonderful, and I am glad to support the...
Zuzu, of course, was the six-year-old daughter of Jimmy Stewart’s George Bailey, who delivers one of the film’s most memorable lines: “Look, Daddy. Teacher says every time a bell rings an angel gets his wings.”
Proceeds from the one-night-only Dec. 13 event will benefit The Ed Asner Family Center, dedicated to promoting mental health and enrichment programs to special needs children and their families.
“The world holds and cherishes many unrecognized heroes,” Grimes said in a statement. “This event is dedicated to those who touch others’ lives in positive ways…So many angels have touched my life and given me hope that humanity can be wonderful, and I am glad to support the...
- 12/3/2020
- by Greg Evans
- Deadline Film + TV
The holidays will be different this year, but different doesn’t have to mean dull. Ed Asner joins a star-studded team of actors – including Mia Farrow, Carol Kane, Ed Begley Jr., Diedrich Bader, Bill Pullman, Ellie Kemper, Richard Kind, B.D. Wong, and Michael Shannon – for a one-night-only live virtual celebrity table read of the 1946 holiday classic “It’s A Wonderful Life” on Sunday, December 13, 2020, and is available worldwide at 5:00 pm (Pt), 7:00Pm (Ct) and 8:00 Pm (Et).
It’s a once in a lifetime opportunity to snuggle up on your couch, grab your favorite snacks and experience this all-star cast virtual table read from the comfort of your own home, while helping to raise money for The Ed Asner Family Center, an amazing cause dedicated to promoting mental health and enrichment programs to special needs children and their families.
The re-imagined virtual annual gala will also honor Jeffrey Frost,...
It’s a once in a lifetime opportunity to snuggle up on your couch, grab your favorite snacks and experience this all-star cast virtual table read from the comfort of your own home, while helping to raise money for The Ed Asner Family Center, an amazing cause dedicated to promoting mental health and enrichment programs to special needs children and their families.
The re-imagined virtual annual gala will also honor Jeffrey Frost,...
- 11/25/2020
- Look to the Stars
Exclusive: Pete Davidson is taking on an iconic film character, James Stewart’s George Bailey. The Saturday Night Live actor and Maude Apatow (Euphoria), who recently starred together in The King of Staten Island, are reuniting for Ed Asner’s one-night-only live virtual celebrity table read of the 1946 holiday classic It’s A Wonderful Life, in which Aparow will portray Violet Bick. They join an all-star cast that includes Mia Farrow, Ellie Kemper, Carol Kane, Ed Begley Jr., Diedrich Bader, Bill Pullman, Richard Kind, B.D. Wong, and Michael Shannon for the holiday event, slated for Sunday, December 13, 2020, 5:00 Pm Pt. Proceeds will benefit The Ed Asner Family Center, dedicated to promoting mental health and enrichment programs to special needs children and their families.
“We are so thrilled to have Pete reenact the role of George in It’s a Wonderful Life with his talented wit and clever vocalizations. And we look...
“We are so thrilled to have Pete reenact the role of George in It’s a Wonderful Life with his talented wit and clever vocalizations. And we look...
- 11/24/2020
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Legendary Emmy-winning actor Ed Asner presents the 8th Annual Ed Asner & Friends Celebrity Poker Tournament in collaboration with World Poker Tour Wpt.com to be held Saturday, August 29, 2020, 5:00 Pm.
More than 250 guests are expected to sign in to play in a very unique presentation of ‘Live Online Poker’ featuring over 50 celebrities who are ‘all-in!’ They join together on behalf of The Ed Asner Family Center (Teafc), dedicated to helping ‘differently-abled’ individuals with autism, developmental delays and other special needs. This exciting event, complete with celebrity moments, expert poker hosts and lots of other surprises, will be streamed via social media with an exciting and star-studded simulcast. For more information, please visit: pokerwithed.com.
Joining Ed Asner to lend a ‘hand’ for the cause, will be over 50 celebrities including Tom Hanks, Kim Cattrall, Ben Affleck, Anna Paquin, Don Cheadle, Rosanna Arquette, Jack Black, Howie Mandel, Darius Rucker, Rosie O’Donnell, Rob Schneider and many more!
More than 250 guests are expected to sign in to play in a very unique presentation of ‘Live Online Poker’ featuring over 50 celebrities who are ‘all-in!’ They join together on behalf of The Ed Asner Family Center (Teafc), dedicated to helping ‘differently-abled’ individuals with autism, developmental delays and other special needs. This exciting event, complete with celebrity moments, expert poker hosts and lots of other surprises, will be streamed via social media with an exciting and star-studded simulcast. For more information, please visit: pokerwithed.com.
Joining Ed Asner to lend a ‘hand’ for the cause, will be over 50 celebrities including Tom Hanks, Kim Cattrall, Ben Affleck, Anna Paquin, Don Cheadle, Rosanna Arquette, Jack Black, Howie Mandel, Darius Rucker, Rosie O’Donnell, Rob Schneider and many more!
- 7/1/2020
- Look to the Stars
Ed Asner, seven-time Emmy-winning actor affectionately known as Lou Grant and Up’s Carl Fredricksen, is turning 90 years old and Hollywood came out to roast and celebrate this special milestone.
Ed Asner and Mark Hamill
Credit/Copyright: Craig T. Mathew and Greg Grudt/Mathew Imaging
Highly acclaimed artists Mark Hamill (Star Wars franchise), Cloris Leachman, Brad Garret, Ed Begley Jr., Rob Schneider and Richard Kind were among those who roasted the legendary actor at the Ed Asner 90th Birthday Party on November 3, 2019 at The Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel. The evening, hosted by Tom Bergeron, benefitted the new Ed Asner Family Center, dedicated to fulfilling Asner’s passion and commitment to promoting mental health and enrichment programs to special needs children and their families. Over 400 entertainment executives, celebrities, industry influencers, autism advocates, community and civic leaders and philanthropists came together to celebrate.
Headlining the musical entertainment was a showcase by singer songwriter...
Ed Asner and Mark Hamill
Credit/Copyright: Craig T. Mathew and Greg Grudt/Mathew Imaging
Highly acclaimed artists Mark Hamill (Star Wars franchise), Cloris Leachman, Brad Garret, Ed Begley Jr., Rob Schneider and Richard Kind were among those who roasted the legendary actor at the Ed Asner 90th Birthday Party on November 3, 2019 at The Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel. The evening, hosted by Tom Bergeron, benefitted the new Ed Asner Family Center, dedicated to fulfilling Asner’s passion and commitment to promoting mental health and enrichment programs to special needs children and their families. Over 400 entertainment executives, celebrities, industry influencers, autism advocates, community and civic leaders and philanthropists came together to celebrate.
Headlining the musical entertainment was a showcase by singer songwriter...
- 11/7/2019
- Look to the Stars
Ed Asner, eight time Emmy-winning actor affectionately known as Lou Grant and Up’s Carl Fredricksen, is turning 90 years old and is still as crotchety, funny and beloved as ever.
Cloris Leachman, Mark Hamill (Star Wars franchise), Lily Tomlin and Brad Garrett are coming out to honor and roast the legendary actor at the Ed Asner 90th Birthday Party on November 3, 2019 at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel. The evening will benefit the new Ed Asner Family Center, dedicated to promoting mental health and enrichment programs to special needs children and their families. Additional roasters and talent will be announced shortly.
In addition to the roast, the headline attractions of the evening will be a special set by music legend Nancy Sinatra and by Steve Lukather of Toto. Hosting the event will be Tom Bergeron. The Ed Asner 90th Birthday Bash will also offer a “Fund-a-Mission” and a silent and live auction...
Cloris Leachman, Mark Hamill (Star Wars franchise), Lily Tomlin and Brad Garrett are coming out to honor and roast the legendary actor at the Ed Asner 90th Birthday Party on November 3, 2019 at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel. The evening will benefit the new Ed Asner Family Center, dedicated to promoting mental health and enrichment programs to special needs children and their families. Additional roasters and talent will be announced shortly.
In addition to the roast, the headline attractions of the evening will be a special set by music legend Nancy Sinatra and by Steve Lukather of Toto. Hosting the event will be Tom Bergeron. The Ed Asner 90th Birthday Bash will also offer a “Fund-a-Mission” and a silent and live auction...
- 9/17/2019
- Look to the Stars
Ed Asner celebrated his 89th birthday with a benefit to help the autistic and special needs communities, fulfilling his passionate commitment.
Ed Asner at Night of Dreams Gala
Credit/Copyright: Craig T. Mathew and Greg Grudt/Mathew Imaging
Joining him were 500 celebrities, industry influencers and autism advocates attending the Ed Asner Family Center first annual A Night Of Dreams Gala, a night of music and philanthropy to raise funds to help families affected by Autism, Down Syndrome and other special needs, on November 15, 2018 at the Exchange La Downtown. Hosted by Emmy-winning comedian Wanda Sykes, this enthusiastic evening’s headline attraction was a special set by Grammy Award-winning music legend Peter Frampton along with a performance by Naia Izumi, NPR’s 2018 Tiny Desk Contest Winner, raising over $250,000.
“Autism and special needs including Down Syndrome, developmental delays, Cerebral Palsy among others, touches all of us personally. Our honorees, Ed Asner, Art Smith and Elaine Frontain-Bryant,...
Ed Asner at Night of Dreams Gala
Credit/Copyright: Craig T. Mathew and Greg Grudt/Mathew Imaging
Joining him were 500 celebrities, industry influencers and autism advocates attending the Ed Asner Family Center first annual A Night Of Dreams Gala, a night of music and philanthropy to raise funds to help families affected by Autism, Down Syndrome and other special needs, on November 15, 2018 at the Exchange La Downtown. Hosted by Emmy-winning comedian Wanda Sykes, this enthusiastic evening’s headline attraction was a special set by Grammy Award-winning music legend Peter Frampton along with a performance by Naia Izumi, NPR’s 2018 Tiny Desk Contest Winner, raising over $250,000.
“Autism and special needs including Down Syndrome, developmental delays, Cerebral Palsy among others, touches all of us personally. Our honorees, Ed Asner, Art Smith and Elaine Frontain-Bryant,...
- 11/19/2018
- Look to the Stars
Producer Jonathan Murray will present a special honor to Elaine Frontain Bryant, Emmy-winning Executive Vice President and Head of Programming for A&E Network, for her dedication to the special needs’ community at the Ed Asner Family Center’s first annual A Night Of Dreams Gala.
The Gala will also honor Emmy winning actor Ed Asner and world-renowned celebrity chef Art Smith, who will also be catering the Orchestra level with his culinary delicacies. Hosting the evening will be Emmy-winning comedian Wanda Sykes.
Grammy Award-winning music legend Peter Frampton will headline the Gala along with performances by Naia Izumi, NPR’s 2018 Tiny Desk Contest Winner, among others. The Ed Asner Family Center’s mission is to promote self-confidence in differently abled individuals and bring balance and wellness to those individuals and their families.
When:
Thursday, November 15th | 5:00 Pm – 10:00 Pm
Where:
Exchange La Downtown | 618 S Spring St, Los Angeles, CA...
The Gala will also honor Emmy winning actor Ed Asner and world-renowned celebrity chef Art Smith, who will also be catering the Orchestra level with his culinary delicacies. Hosting the evening will be Emmy-winning comedian Wanda Sykes.
Grammy Award-winning music legend Peter Frampton will headline the Gala along with performances by Naia Izumi, NPR’s 2018 Tiny Desk Contest Winner, among others. The Ed Asner Family Center’s mission is to promote self-confidence in differently abled individuals and bring balance and wellness to those individuals and their families.
When:
Thursday, November 15th | 5:00 Pm – 10:00 Pm
Where:
Exchange La Downtown | 618 S Spring St, Los Angeles, CA...
- 11/5/2018
- Look to the Stars
The Ed Asner Family Center presents A Night of Dreams, a night of music and philanthropy starring legendary musician Peter Frampton, hosted by Emmy-winning comedian Wanda Sykes.
Entertainment will also include a set by Naia Izumi (NPR’s 2018 Tiny Desk winner), among others to be announced. Emmy-winning actor Ed Asner, world renowned celebrity chef Art Smith and Emmy-winner Elaine Frontain Bryant, Executive Vice President and Head of Programming for A&E Network, will be honored for their dedication to the special need’s communities. A Night of Dreams Gala will take place on November 15, 2018 at Exchange La Downtown.
The evening will kick off with Chef Art Smith preparing his famous fried chicken and hummingbird cake dinner family style for the main floor guests. Joan’s on Third will be providing platters for the mezzanine seating. The program will also offer an exclusive silent and live auction, as well as a “Fund-a-Mission...
Entertainment will also include a set by Naia Izumi (NPR’s 2018 Tiny Desk winner), among others to be announced. Emmy-winning actor Ed Asner, world renowned celebrity chef Art Smith and Emmy-winner Elaine Frontain Bryant, Executive Vice President and Head of Programming for A&E Network, will be honored for their dedication to the special need’s communities. A Night of Dreams Gala will take place on November 15, 2018 at Exchange La Downtown.
The evening will kick off with Chef Art Smith preparing his famous fried chicken and hummingbird cake dinner family style for the main floor guests. Joan’s on Third will be providing platters for the mezzanine seating. The program will also offer an exclusive silent and live auction, as well as a “Fund-a-Mission...
- 10/26/2018
- Look to the Stars
The Ed Asner Family Center, dedicated to promoting mental health and enrichment programs to special needs children and their families, presents its first annual A Night Of Dreams Gala, honoring Emmy-winning actor Ed Asner, world renowned chef Art Smith and Emmy-winner Elaine Frontain Bryant, Executive Vice President and Head of Programming for A&E Network, for their dedication to the special needs communities.
A Night Of Dreams Gala will take place on November 15, 2018 at Exchange La Downtown.
The headline attraction of the evening will be a special set by Grammy Award-winning music legend Peter Frampton. In addition, Naia Izumi, NPR’s 2018 Tiny Desk Contest Winner, will perform. Hosting the event will be Emmy-winning comedian Wanda Sykes.
“Autism and special needs touches all of us personally. Our honorees, Ed Asner, Art Smith and Elaine Frontain Bryant, each in their own unique way, personify our organization’s mission and we are so proud...
A Night Of Dreams Gala will take place on November 15, 2018 at Exchange La Downtown.
The headline attraction of the evening will be a special set by Grammy Award-winning music legend Peter Frampton. In addition, Naia Izumi, NPR’s 2018 Tiny Desk Contest Winner, will perform. Hosting the event will be Emmy-winning comedian Wanda Sykes.
“Autism and special needs touches all of us personally. Our honorees, Ed Asner, Art Smith and Elaine Frontain Bryant, each in their own unique way, personify our organization’s mission and we are so proud...
- 9/19/2018
- Look to the Stars
Sony Pictures Entertainment will be receiving the Visionary Award at the 2nd Annual Autfest International Film Festival presented by The Autism Society at a VIP Reception on Sunday, April 29 at 7:30pm at the Writers Guild of America Theater in Los Angeles.
Honorees include Jeff Frost, President of Sony Pictures Television Studios, and Co-Presidents of Sony Pictures Television Chris Parnell and Jason Clodfelter. The announcement was made by Matthew Asner, VP of Development for The Autism Society. Autfest is sponsored by Hyundai Motor America and SAG-AFTRA.
Said Scott Badesch, President of Autism Society of America: "To think that one studio can represent almost one full day of programming at Autfest Film Festival is almost unthinkable. Obviously, Sony Pictures understands that autism is a part of all of our lives and we are very proud to honor them with our Visionary Award at this year’s Autfest. Each of...
Honorees include Jeff Frost, President of Sony Pictures Television Studios, and Co-Presidents of Sony Pictures Television Chris Parnell and Jason Clodfelter. The announcement was made by Matthew Asner, VP of Development for The Autism Society. Autfest is sponsored by Hyundai Motor America and SAG-AFTRA.
Said Scott Badesch, President of Autism Society of America: "To think that one studio can represent almost one full day of programming at Autfest Film Festival is almost unthinkable. Obviously, Sony Pictures understands that autism is a part of all of our lives and we are very proud to honor them with our Visionary Award at this year’s Autfest. Each of...
- 4/16/2018
- Look to the Stars
“As we all know these are difficult times. Not only for our entire country but also for the millions of people affected by autism. As media outlets speculate on the preposterous link between autism and violence there are many innocent people being harmed. We must try and be as loud as we can that this horrifying act has nothing to do with autism.” Matthew Asner, Executive Director for Autism Speaks. “My Name is David” is an animated short film from one of the animators of Robot Chicken, Matt Manning, that depicts a young student’s speech to his fellow classmates about his autism. The film features the actual words and voice of the author of the speech,14-year-old David Shapiro Sharif. Sharif’s speech aims not only to educate children and adults about autism but also to give a voice to the more than one million young men and women...
- 12/18/2012
- by vmblog@hollywoodnews.com (Vitale Morum)
- Hollywoodnews.com
Holly Robinson-Peete will receive a handmade award honoring her dedication to the autism community and Jack Black and Stephen Stills will perform with stars of HBO’s “Autism: The Musical,” at the Grove, 189 The Grove Drive, Los Angeles, on October 4 at 7pm.
The Autism is Awesomism concert will be filmed as part of a new series called ‘Everyday Health’ from the producers of the “The Biggest Loser”. The show profiles teens and young adults with health challenges that are making a real difference in their communities and will air on ABC this fall.
Joining Holly, Jack and Stephen at the concert will be Ethan Zohn and Jenna Morasca of “Survivor Africa” as series hosts, and Matthew Asner, son of Ed Asner from “The Mary Tyler Moore Show” and host of Autism America Radio, and other “surprise guests.”
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The Autism is Awesomism concert will be filmed as part of a new series called ‘Everyday Health’ from the producers of the “The Biggest Loser”. The show profiles teens and young adults with health challenges that are making a real difference in their communities and will air on ABC this fall.
Joining Holly, Jack and Stephen at the concert will be Ethan Zohn and Jenna Morasca of “Survivor Africa” as series hosts, and Matthew Asner, son of Ed Asner from “The Mary Tyler Moore Show” and host of Autism America Radio, and other “surprise guests.”
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- 10/3/2011
- Look to the Stars
Peter Weir's The Way Back will kick off Los Angeles' Museum of Tolerance International Film Festival (Motiff) on November 13, which runs six days and screens twenty-two films seeking to highlight human rights issues past and present. Clint Eastwood will be honored with the festival's first "Tolerance Award" at the festival Gala on November 14. Clinton's Gran Torino (2008) will have a special presentation during the festival. Among the other films are Nigel Cole's Made in Dagenham (2010), Matthew Asner and Danny Gold's documentary 100 Voices: A Journey Home (2010), Reconciliation: Mandela's Miracle (2010) from Michael Henry Wilson, When We Leave (2010, Germany) from Feo Aladag, plus special presentations of Kimberly Peirce's Boy's Don't Cry (1999), To Kill A Mockingbird (1962) and more.
- 11/3/2010
- Thompson on Hollywood
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