SPiN for the cause - Susan Sarandon hosts a benefit for Sandy victims.

"Time and again New Yorkers have proven to be the most resilient and compassionate people in the world," Sarandon told The Huffington Post. "It's a privilege to help support some of the families who have been devastated by Hurricane Sandy. Ping-pong is a wonderful excuse for a group of people to come together for a good cause."

 SPiN for the Cause will take place at her ping-pong nightclub, SPiN New York, and all are encouraged to attend (the cost of entry is a donation of whatever amount the guest would like to pay).  It is tonight at 8 PM and will feature cocktails, a number of DJs and, naturally, ping-pong. HuffPost's Entertainment Editor Kia Makarechi will be providing music from 9 to 10. Also available are raffle prizes from SPiN, Flex Mussels and Andre Balazs' Standard Hotel (Balazs and SPiN have teamed to open SPiN L.A. at the Downtown Standard). There will also be an open whiskey and vodka bar (for a minimum donation of $20), sponsored by Pinnacle Vodka and Maker's Mark.

Susan Sarandon  is well known for her activism, championing liberal causes and advocating on behalf of Occupy Wall Street.  She was in Las Vegas when the storm hit. 

I would like to attend this event!!

Source: The Huffington Post

$23 Million Raised During Hurricane Sandy Benefit

On Saturday, it was announced by NBC Universal and the American Red Cross that Friday night's benefit raised a massive $23 million for victims of Hurricane Sandy.

Some of the biggest names in music and television pulled together after the superstorm caused damages that amount to billions of dollars and took over 100 lives.

Peggy Dyer, the Chief Marketing Officer of the Red Cross said in a statement that they are incredibly grateful and humbled by the outpouring of support. "Our preliminary results of nearly $23 million raised are an extraordinary example of how the American people pull together in times of disaster," she said.

Music heavyweights like Sting, Jon Bon Jovi, Bruce Springsteen, Christina Aguilera, Steven Tyler, Mary J. Blige and Billy Joel all lent their talents to the telethon while celebrities like Whoopi Goldberg, Tina Fey, Kevin Bacon and Jon Stewart all provided their support.

While Dyer also noted that the proceeds will go directly to those in need, she has also urged to public to continue to donate.

Source: US Weekly

NBC-Universal plans a benefit for victims of Hurricane Sandy on Friday night.

A picture of the devastation in New Jersey.

Right now, it's is only airing on NBC-Universal owned properties but it's has multiple stars ready to offer their talents to help! 

The special, called "Hurricane Sandy: Coming Together," will air on Friday night, broadcasting simultaneously on NBC, Bravo, CNBC, E!, G4, MSNBC, Style, Syfy and USA. Matt Lauer will host.


As noted in the press release, "Coming Together" will include performances by Christina Aguilera, Jon Bon Jovi, Billy Joel, Bruce Springsteen and Sting. Jimmy Fallon and Brian Williams are also scheduled to appear.  It will start at 8pm est and be tape delayed for the West Coast.

Our hearts go out to the victims of Hurricane Sandy!

Source: The Huffington Post