Society Stars: A NIGHT TO BENEFIT RAISING MALAWI and UNICEF

Madonna and Chris Rock

Malawian performance

Djimon Hounsou


Rihanna

Alex Rodriguez


Cassie, Sean Combs, Donald and Melania Trump

Zoe Kravitz

Madonna and Fanizo
(Photos: Patrick McMullan)

Philanthropists and celebs of all races and creeds came out last night to support Gucci and Madonna's A NIGHT TO BENEFIT RAISING MALAWI and UNICEF held on the lawn of the United Nations in NYC and raised $3.7 million to help poor and sick children around the world. Guests dressed to the nines dined on a $2,500-a-plate dinner and participated in a live auction hosted by Chris Rock. Guests also enjoyed performances including Rihanna, Alicia Keys and Malawian acts.

UNICEF reports show that HIV/AIDS affects almost 1 million people in Malawi, including 83,000 children, and half of the country's 1 million orphans have lost one or both parents to AIDS. The event was a very necessary success.

In the Words of Chris Rock "Robitussin"

Hey Everybody! Please forgive me for the lack of content these past couple of days, but I have got the head cold from HELL! I haven't gotten this sick in a long time. Hopefully, it passes soon. I woke up this morning feeling like I'd been hit over the head with a Louisville Slugger. It didn't help that my OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder) cat decides to tap my shoulder persistently because she thinks it's playtime at 4AM!

Anyhow, I'm trying all the herbal remedies, but when all else fails, in the words of Chris Rock, "Robitussin."
Enjoy this YouTube clip of Chris Rock's skit on "Tussin"

Chris Rock Goes Global

Actor and comedian, Chris Rock is returning to his stand-up roots on New Year's Eve when he launches his international No Apologies Tour. His expedition starts in NYC's Madison Square Garden, then directly on to Europe for a run through January 26th. Rock's tour continues in the U.S on February 8th. This is Rock's first international tour.

Go to www.chrisrock.com to find out when he'll be in your city.