Dion made a surprise showing at the podium to present the night's highest honor to AEG Presents chairman and CEO Jay Marciano. Highlights included a fiery trick by Blaine and hosting by Fred Armisen.

The event celebrated the charitable efforts of the entertainment industries, which have raised $7.5 million since the beginning of 2024.

Celine Dion made a surprise appearance at the City of Hope Spirit of Life Gala in downtown Los Angeles on Tuesday night. The Canadian singer was in attendance to present the Spirit of Life Award to AEG CEO Jay Marciano for his philanthropic and humanitarian efforts towards cancer research.

City of Hope, one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S. and ranked among the nation’s top 5 cancer centers by U.S. News & World report, honored Jay Marciano,

The 51st fundraiser for cancer research at the Shrine on Oct. 22 honors Jay Marciano of AEG Presents and features a performance by Elton John

Celine Dion received a standing ovation at the Spirit of Life Gala at City of Hope in Los Angeles. She took to the stage to present AEG Presents Chairman and CEO Jay Marciano with the Spirit of Life Award.

The star-studded evening featured electrifying performances by Sir Elton John and David Blaine, whose showmanship captivated the audience. A surprise appearance by Celine Dion brought even more excitement to the event,

The event celebrated the charitable efforts of the entertainment industries, which have raised $7.5 million since the beginning of 2024.