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Wanda Sykes Had Breast Cancer, Double Mastectomy

owner — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 14:29:49 +0000

Wanda Sykes Had Breast Cancer, Double Mastectomy

Wanda Sykes recently revealed she battled breast cancer and had a double mastectomy. The comedienne taped an appearance on “Ellen” and discussed for the first time ever that she had breast cancer. Sykes told Ellen that she went in to have breast reduction surgery in February, but that’s when the cancer was detected.

“I found it through … I was having a breast reduction, actually” in February, Sykes says. “I had real big boobs, and I just got tired of knocking over stuff. Every time I eat … Oh Lord. I’d carry a Tide stick everywhere I go. My back was sore, so it was time to have a reduction. It wasn’t until after the reduction that in the lab work, the pathology, that they found that I had DCIS in my left breast. I was very, very lucky because DCIS is basically stage zero cancer. So I was very lucky. But cancer is cancer.”

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Tigerlily Foundation’s 9.29.10 Gala Benefiting Young Women with Breast Cancer – Washington, DC Event

owner — Mon, 20 Sep 2010 18:51:47 +0000

http://tigerlilyfoundation.org/gala2010.html

Voices of Incognito – Live!!! Breast Cancer Benefit Show – 7.14.10 – New York Event

owner — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 17:12:44 +0000

Tigerlily Foundation will host its 2nd Annual DIVA (Divine Inspired Vivacious Aware) Night Out

owner — Thu, 06 May 2010 19:19:02 +0000

On May 15, 2010, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Tigerlily Foundation will host its 2^nd Annual DIVA (Divine Inspired Vivacious Aware) Night Out, to benefit programs supporting young women with breast cancer. The theme of this year’s event is “Garden Fashion Sioree”. The event will be held at the celebrated Mandarin Oriental Hotel, 1330 Maryland Avenue Southwest, Washington, DC, and hosted by Paul Wharton (Celebrity Stylist) and Cynne’ Simpson (ABC 7 News Anchor), this elegant garden fashion show event will be the affair of the season. Opening with a mother/daughter breast cancer survivor fashion show, attendees will also enjoy cocktails and light fare, shopping with awesome vendors, a pamper room, swag bags and a silent auction. Sponsors include Gannett, Pepsi, Whole Foods, Phyto Lerac, Nubian Heritage, State Farm and CDW.

This event is going to be amazing, and most importantly, will allow the Foundation to continue to do its important work. We would love for you to attend the event or sponsor. Tickets are $125 for general admission and $200 for VIP admission.

We also offer various sponsorship levels, from $250 to $10,000. Every ticket and/or level of sponsorship will make an impact. Even If you can’t attend, please donate or buy a ticket for a friend. To support as a sponsor or buy tickets, visit http://www.tigerlilyfoundation.org/diva010.html. Your donations are tax-deductible. Sponsorship offers many benefits; some levels also allow your sponsorship dollars to enable a young breast cancer survivor to attend the event at no cost. Please support this event and forward the information to everyone you know. More information is provided about the event (below). Thank you so much.

Event Information:

General Admission includes:

- 1 ticket for attending the Garden Fashion Show, starting at 7:00 p.m.

- Appetizers and drinks

- Swag bag

VIP Admission includes:

- 1 ticket – attend –pre-event VIP cocktail with press and special guests, starting at 6:00 p.m.

- Attendance at Garden Fashion Show, Luxury VIP swag bag

- Pictures on the Pink Carpet

- Appetizers and drinks

- Access to “Pamper Room” to receive massages, mini-make-over, manicures

- Complimentary parking

Thursday Happy Hour For a Cause

owner — Tue, 30 Mar 2010 15:22:58 +0000

Tigerlily Kick-off for Breast Cancer with Jason Alexander, Angie Goff & Other Redskins – 3.25.10

owner — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 20:16:46 +0000

You’re invited to an NFL Star Studded Evening, hosted by Jason Campbell, Lorenzo Alexander, Kedric Golston and many other WASHINGTON REDSKINS!

The First Annual “Kickoff for Breast Cancer, will be emceed by WUSA9′s one and only, the Fabulous Angie Goff, and musical beats provided by Dj Moh Ducis. Come mingle and network with DC’s Elite, and NFL superstars, Thursday March 25th from 6-10pm. Tickets must be bought in advance, there will be no ticket sales at the door. Visit https://secure.acceptiva.com/?cst=2381f9 to purchase your tickets.

- Regular admission includes entrance and a 1 hour open bar & hors d’oeuvres from 6-7pm: $45.
- VIP admission includes open bottle service & hors d’oeuvres in special VIP separate area, luxury swag-bags, and mingling with event celebrities (including Redskins Players & Local TV and Radio Personalities): $95.

All proceeds benefit The Tigerlily Foundation. The Tigerlily Foundation is the leading foundation providing full-lifecycle services and support to young women – before, during and after breast cancer. Their programs include providing buddies, meals, buddy bags, financial assistance and more to young women. Founded by Maimah Karmo while undergoing treatment for breast cancer, Tigerlily is providing support to young women “in the trenches” and helping to save lives through education and promoting prevention. For more information regarding their programs, please visit www.tigerlilyfoundation.org or email info@tigerlilyfoundation.org.

Charlie Murphy’s Wife Dies After Battle With Cancer

owner — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 18:49:05 +0000

We have some sad news to report. Tisha Taylor Murphy, the wife of comedian and actor Charlie Murphy passed away last night in the couple’s home in New Jersey.

According to his publicist, “Tisha Taylor Murphy, wife of comedian and actor Charlie Murphy, passed away peacefully on Sunday, with family at her side after facing the challenges of cancer for the past two years. The Murphy Family appreciates all the support they have received from friends and fans and requests privacy during this very difficult time.”

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Roxanne Shante Is Fighting Breast Cancer

owner — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 16:31:24 +0000

Roxanne Shante (aka Lolita Shante Gooden) is widely recognized as the first female hip hop artist to break through the male dominated industry. The rapper recently spoke to blackvoices.com and shared some insight on her very real life battle with breast cancer … in her own words:

In March, I noticed a lump in my left breast, rather small at the time and didn’t really know what I was feeling. So instead of going straight to the doctor’s office, I started asking friends their opinion and trying to go by their experiences. It was such a stupid move. Well, I figured I was just getting older. A hysterectomy in my early thirties led me to believe that I would be fine. Another stupid move.

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Tigerlily Foundation’s 1st Annual Breast Cancer Gala Honoring Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz – October 22nd

owner — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 17:33:20 +0000

40,460 will die this year alone from Breast Cancer, lets make a difference!

Join Celebrities, Media and the Tigerlily Foundation on Oct 22 for the Tigerlily Foundation’s 1^st Annual Breast Cancer Gala Honoring Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz for her work supporting young women with breast cancer!

Sponsorship and tickets to the dinner Gala are currently on sale, contact me directly TODAY for sponsorship info!

Please visit https://secure.acceptiva.com/?cst=401d7f to purchase your advance registration tickets for $150 each before the price goes up!

Thanks in advance for your support of this amazing organization and event!

Jessica Penzari

Publicist

571.244.6764

Tigerlily Foundation’s 1^st Annual Breast Cancer Gala Honoring Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz for her work supporting young women with breast cancer.

Who and What: Join us for Tigerlily Foundation’s 1^st Annual Breast Cancer Gala Honoring Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz for her work supporting young women with breast cancer.

When and Where: October 22, 2009, from 7:00 – 10:00 p.m., at the Willard InterContinental Hotel in Washington, DC.

Meet Local VIPs: Andrea Roane (WUSA 9), will be the Mistress of Ceremonies. Chick Hernandez (Anchor, Comcast SportsNet), the awesome Sarah Frasier from Hot 99.5, Julie Parker (ABC 7) and Beverly Kirk (News Channel 8) present awards to survivors. Also, meet Rep. Eleanor Holmes Norton Honorary Guest & Kathy McMahon of Comcast Sports. Matthew Christian Davis, Managing Director, Global Village Publishing and creator of Best of DC Books, will be there for book signing!

Awesome Raffle Prize!!!: You can also win a brand new 2010 Ford Mustang for $100! Buy your raffle ticket now! You also don’t have to be there to win. The winner will be announced at the gala…or enjoy our early bird special —for $150, get a gala ticket and a free raffle ticket and enjoy dinner, drinks, dancing, swag bag, entertainment and silent auction. Get your tickets while you can at www.tigerlilyfoundation.org on the Events page!

Be there for an Awesome Moment: Acclaimed surgeon, Adam Summers will donate a free reconstruction for one young woman who has undergone surgery for breast cancer, but who cannot afford reconstruction.

Maimah Karmo is a 3 year survivor of breast cancer! Featured on Good Morning America, Oprah Winfrey Show, Fox 5 Essence Magazine, Ladies Home Journal, Cure, Women and Cancer for more info please visit:www.tigerlilyfoundation.org.

MEDIA AND TALENT CONTACT:

Jessica Penzari

talent.p3r@gmail.com

P3R Public Relations

571.244.6764

Save the boobs’ ad too sexy?

owner — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 17:32:09 +0000