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Lorraine Bracco Leads Star-Studded H.O.W. Benefit for Ovarian Cancer Research<\/h2>\n
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Lorraine Bracco at the H.O.W. benefit Luncheon Speak Up and Speak Now Source: www.instagram\/how_ovariancancer<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Lorraine Bracco, renowned for her role in The Sopranos<\/em> alongside James Gandolfini and Michael Imperioli, spearheaded a glamorous VIP parade at the Hearing the Ovarian Cancer Whispe<\/a>r (H.O.W.) benefit held at Arthur & Sons in Bridgehampton. Joined by designer Andrea Stark and other notable figures, the Speak Up and Speak Loud luncheon honored Louise Isidori, who is courageously battling stage 4B ovarian cancer and is currently in remission. The event successfully raised $70,000 to fund ovarian cancer research and support women with daily expenses during treatment. The momentum continues as Real Housewives of New Jersey<\/em> star Jennifer Aydin is set to host a brunch for H.O.W. on August 23 at Amalfi Coastal Kitchen in the Hamptons, promising another impactful gathering for this vital cause.<\/p>\n

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Louise Isidori Source: www.instagram\/how_ovariancancer<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Out & About: Hope for Depression Research Race of Hope, Dr. Anthony Berlet in Newsweek, Jean Shafiroff Honored<\/h2>\n
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Alexa Ray Joel and Audrey Gruss<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The Hamptons and New York City are buzzing with philanthropy and media milestones. Billionaires Richard LeFrak and John Paulson joined 1,100 participants at Audrey Gruss\u2019 Tenth Annual Race of Hope, raising over $500,000 for a worthy cause. Singer-songwriter Alexa Ray Joel served as the Celebrity Grand Marshal for the 10th Annual Race of Hope<\/a> to Defeat Depression.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, Julie Ratner\u2019s Ellen Hermanson Foundation celebrated its 30th Ellen\u2019s Run on August 17 in Southampton, following a gala honoring philanthropist Jean Shafiroff. In other news, Newsweek<\/em> recognized Dr. Anthony Berlet on its prestigious list of America\u2019s Best Plastic Surgeons. On the media front, Jeremy Murphy, author of Too Good to Fact Check<\/em>, is launching a new podcast, CentereD<\/em>, alongside co-hosts Luis Miranda and Carl Meacham. The trio will interview top media and political figures, including Independent NYC Mayoral candidate Joseph Hernandez, at Gaia, a trendy Mediterranean restaurant on W 35th St., on August 27.<\/p>\n

Get more on latest events and happenings at Couri’s Columns.<\/a><\/p>\n

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