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Deets: Operation Smile’s 26th annual Smile Gala: A Luau for Hope is dedicated to expanding access to safe, life-changing surgery for children around the world. Since 1982, Operation Smile has believed that safe surgery is a universal human right. Today, more than 5 billion people — more than two-thirds of the world’s population — lack access to safe, affordable surgical care. In low-and-middle income communities, nine out of 10 people are left without care due to limited infrastructure, long distances to hospitals and a critical shortage of trained specialists.
Every three minutes, a child is born with a cleft condition. Without treatment, children can face serious health complications, including difficulty feeding, breathing, eating and speaking. In many communities, children with cleft conditions also experience social stigma, bullying and social isolation, while limited access to health care and financial resources can lead to uncertain futures.
"Los Angeles is always a powerful reminder of our biggest community of caring," said Kathy Magee, co-founder, president, and CEO of Operation Smile. "With Brooke Burke leading our celebration, we are reminded that our community is the engine of our mission. Together, through Operation 100, we are building hope by expanding access, bringing care closer to home and creating a lasting impact.”
Who You May Spot: Tia Carrere ( Honored Guest, Lilo & Stitch), Maia Kealoha (Honored Guest, Lilo & Stitch), Megan Lawless (Obsession), Wendi McLendon-Covey (The Goldbergs), Brooke Burke (Host & Operation Smile Global Ambassador), Craig T, Nelson, R’Bonney (Miss Universe 2022), Carmit Bachar (Pussycat Dolls), Jaime Kailani (Cotto Changemaker Award Honoree), Henry Nguyen (Hope Builder Award), Sherrie Rose & Stan Cook (Founders Circle Award Honorees), Lindsay Watson (Moana 2), Annie To (The Pit), Jay Huguley (Landman), John Savage (Deer Hunter), Joe Cortese (Greenbook), Sir Cornwall (Ant Man & The Wasp), Kevin Kreider (Bling Empire), Matthew Santos (Perfromer), Tiana N. Liufau Kayla (Nonosina, Performer), Fa’amaligi (Nonosina, Performer), David Tu'itupou (Paradise City), Kevyn Fong(Influencer), Tia Kaiulani Kanaeholo (S.W.A.T), Michael Naizu (Hacks), Cindy Busby (When Hope Calls), Nathan Ramos-Park (Five Blind Dates), Cat Ce (Comedian), Narumi Inatsugo (Joysauce), Tiara of Hula Halau ‘O Kamuela (performer), Precious Perez (performer), Donato Fatuesi (Mean Goals), David Charles (performer), Zaryan Merchant (performer), Veronica Barton Schwartz (Veronica Malibu),alongside 300 other prominent guests will support Operation Smile at the “tropical black tie” Luau for Hope at the Beverly Hilton Hotel on June 6th.
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