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City of Hope, one of the largest cancer research and treatment organizations in the United States, has announced that the Spirit of Life Gala will feature a headline performance by Elton John.
The 51st annual event will take place on October 22, 2024 at the historic Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall in downtown Los Angeles and will present Jay Marciano, chairman and CEO of AEG Presents, with City of Hope’s prestigious Spirit of Life Award. Marciano — who heads the company that produced John’s “Farewell Yellow Brick Road” tour and Taylor Swift’s “Eras Tour” — will be recognized for his philanthropic and humanitarian efforts.
“I am honored to receive City of Hope’s Spirit of Life Award and to help raise awareness and funds to accelerate the vital work of eradicating cancer and improving lives for so many,” said Marciano. “I am also humbled and grateful that Elton John, a true superstar in every sense of the word, has agreed to lend his immense talents to this event with a performance that is sure to inspire support for a cause that sadly touches so many lives. And if that wasn’t enough, having David Blaine, Evan Funke and Fred Armisen contribute to such an extraordinary evening is beyond my wildest dreams,” added Marciano.
