Concert for Autism Speaks featuring Lionel Richie raises $1.8 Million!
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Legendary singer songwriter Lionel Richie performing for the Palm Beach area guests at Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago Club
The Concert for Autism Speaks featuring Lionel Richie, held at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, Florida on March 30, 2008, raised $1.8 million to benefit Autism Speaks. The beautiful interior of Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago Club served as the backdrop for the exciting fundraising concert headlined by Grammy Award-winning singer and songwriter, Lionel Richie.
The sold-out event was hosted by renowned journalist
The sold-out event was hosted by renowned journalist
View highlights from The Concert for Autism Speaks
YouTube Video ~ 3 minutes
YouTube Video ~ 3 minutes
author Tom Brokaw who introduced speakers Donald Trump, an event co-chair along with wife Melania, followed by Florida Governor Charlie Crist, and Suzanne and Bob Wright, the co-founders of Autism Speaks. The audience was on their feet for much of the concert that featured Richie's most beloved and acclaimed hits, both as a solo performer and as a member of the Commodores.
The evening included some very special moments, including a surprise birthday cake and song for guest Michelle Kessler. In addition, Lionel Richie dedicated a touching rendition of “Three Times a Lady” to honor Suzanne Wright. The final song, “All Night Long,” brought down the house as audience members hopped up on the stage to be a part of the magic. It was an incredible concert and a great way to conclude Autism Speaks Week in South Florida.
The evening included some very special moments, including a surprise birthday cake and song for guest Michelle Kessler. In addition, Lionel Richie dedicated a touching rendition of “Three Times a Lady” to honor Suzanne Wright. The final song, “All Night Long,” brought down the house as audience members hopped up on the stage to be a part of the magic. It was an incredible concert and a great way to conclude Autism Speaks Week in South Florida.
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