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Meli’sa Morgan to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award at 10th Annual Queen of Hearts Gala

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Meli’sa Morgan to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award at 10th Annual Queen of Hearts Gala

An Evening of Elegance, Empowerment, and Celebration

The Queen of Hearts Empowerment Organization proudly announces its highly anticipated 10th Annual New Year’s Dress Rehearsal Gala, a glamorous red-carpet affair celebrating cancer survivors, community leadership, and empowerment. This year’s event promises to be unforgettable, with the highlight being the presentation of the Lifetime Achievement Award to legendary R&B singer-songwriter Meli’sa Morgan.

Known for her soulful voice and chart-topping hits, including her iconic cover of Prince’s “Do Me Baby” (1985), “Do You Still Love Me” (1986), and “Still In Love With You” (1992), Meli’sa Morgan remains a beloved figure in the music industry. Her dedication to uplifting communities worldwide through her music makes her a fitting recipient of this prestigious honor.

An Evening to Remember

The gala will take place on Friday, December 27, 2024, at the iconic Fox Theatre Atlanta (660 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA). Guests will be treated to an elegant program of live entertainment, inspiring award presentations, and community celebration.

VIP Red Carpet & Reception: Begins at 7:00 PM

Main Event: Starts at 8:00 PM

Hosting the evening’s festivities is the dynamic Chubb Rock, the Hip Hop legend and nationally syndicated radio host of The Chubb Rock Show. His warmth and storytelling will guide the audience through the night’s inspiring moments. Joining him as MC is comedian Mz. Wall Street, whose humor will add a lively spark to the celebration.

Special Guests and Honorees

The event will feature a stellar lineup of special guests, including:

Pioneer Award Recipient: Stockbridge Mayor Anthony S. Ford

Humanitarian Award Recipient: Fulton County Arts & Culture Director David Manuel

Emmy Award-Winning Poet: Abyss

Your Favorite Silver Fox: Rob Malloy

In addition to Meli’sa Morgan’s Lifetime Achievement Award, the gala will recognize two honorees for their contributions to cancer awareness and community service:

Excellence in Leadership Award: Cindy Smith, Founder of The Elite Dolls

Champions Award: Stephanie Burke, Cancer Survivor

These honorees embody the spirit of resilience, leadership, and service, making transformative impacts in their communities.

Supporting a Worthy Cause

Proceeds from the gala will benefit cancer research initiatives and fund the development of The Ethel Buckhaulter Scholarship Fund, a program dedicated to supporting education and empowerment in honor of those affected by cancer.

Secure Your Spot Today

Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are now available for this elegant evening of celebration. Visit foxtheatre.org or call 404-470-1478 for more information and reservations.

Join the Queen of Hearts Empowerment Organization for a night of music, inspiration, and giving back. As the countdown to the new year begins, this gala promises to leave attendees inspired and ready to embrace 2025 with hearts full of hope and unity.

Celebrity photographer and disabled Vietnam veteran Jerome Dorn embodies the very definition of resilience. Born in Philadelphia, the fifth of seven children, Dorn stayed focused throughout his youth, eventually obtaining his degree in Criminal Justice. Dorn has worked with the Philadelphia Police Department, Department of Justice, World Wide Detective Agency, and several other high profile security groups. Throughout his successful career, Dorn wrestled with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, an aftereffect of his military service. Battling the pain and debilitating effect of PTSD, Dorn found comfort behind the camera. Photography proved to be not only therapeutic, but life changing as well. Dorn picked up his first camera in 1970 while serving in Vietnam and knew instantly that behind the lens was where he belonged. His shooting style and photographs were special, generating a buzz in the industry. In 1985, he began his career in photojournalism, working in a variety of genres. Dorn’s credentials include fashion, lifestyle photography, photojournalism, and celebrity/red carpet coverage. Working with MSNBC, Jet Magazine, and major publications in Philadelphia and around the country, Dorn has had the honor of capturing the images of hundreds of notable celebrities and politicians including President Barack Obama, George Bush Jr, Bill and Hillary Clinton, Maya Angelou, Jesse Jackson, Rihanna, Snoop Dog, Will Smith, and Tyler Perry. Photography has sent Dorn around the globe, inspiring his passion for civil activism. In 1995, Dorn assembled and led a group of forty-two men to the Million Man March. Together, they spent five days walking from Philadelphia to Washington DC. In his travels, Dorn observed a common theme amongst the youth of the world. Many of the children he encountered seemed lost. Understanding that opportunities for at-risk youth are minimal, Dorn was inspired to make a difference. Established by Dorn in 2011, InDaHouseMedia was built on the idea that there is room in the house for everyone. With InDaHouseMedia, Dorn’s mission is to provide the future generation with positive direction through sports, music, and photography.

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