Common’s Gala Fundraiser + Maya Angelou, Rahm Emmanuel & Sherri Shepherd Attend

April 17, 2011 by in Latest News with 10 Comments

Saturday, April 16th, Rapper/Actor Common held his ‘Common Ground Foundation Gala Fundraiser’ in Chicago at the Intercontinental Hotel. Common’s foundation is dedicated to developing youth in underserved communities to be contributing citizens and strong leaders. The evening was emcee’d by ABC7’s Cheryl Burton. Maya Angelou was honored at the event, as well as actress/singer Keke Palmer, business leader Dee Robinson Reid and comedian/actress Sherri Shepherd (of “The View”). Chicago Mayor-Elect Rahm Emmanuel was in the building and provided remarks as well. Peep Common’s interview and pix.

 

 

 

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