Haute Event: Women’s Guild Cedars-Sinai’s Annual Spring Luncheon

Women’s Guild Cedars-Sinai hosted their annual Spring Luncheon on Tuesday at The Beverly Hills Hotel, which saw the likes of Jackie Collins and Marilu Henner taking home afternoon honors.

The Guild honored actress-author Henner with the Woman of the 21st Century Award, which is given to a woman of stature who has made significant contributions to society. Previous recipients have included Helen Gurley Brown, Cheryl Tiegs, Evelyn Lauder, Olivia Newton-John and Mavis Leno.

New York Times best-selling author and producer, Jackie Collins received the Trailblazer Award while her fellow author sister, Joan, sat in the audience for support. Additionally, the organization presented the Evelyn Clayburgh Award to Guild member Gina Furth; comedic actress and noted author Annabelle Gurwitch served as the master of ceremonies.

Additional guests at the elegant fete, which was presented by Gratus boutique, included philanthropist Jami Gertz, actress Lori Loughlin and designer Barbara Lazaroff. 

Established in 1957, Women’s Guild is a deeply committed group of dynamic women who have raised more than $40 million to support clinical and scientific advances at Cedars-Sinai. From funding vital medical programs and equipment, to patient care, biomedical research and education, the Guild is focused on inspiring innovations that bring health and hope to patients.

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