Russell Peters

Global Citizen Forum hosts star studded line up, including Yusra Mardini, Nile Rodgers, and Craig David, to champion climate action

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星期五, 十二月 8, 2023

RAS AL KHAIMAH, United Arab Emirates, Dec. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, UAE Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, and His Excellency Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahayan, Minister of Tolerance, United Arab Emirates, opened the tenth annual Global Citizen Forum to hundreds of international delegates, with an agenda focused on impactful climate change action.

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  • The second day saw the start of the Annual Summit, with a host of international voices making the case for meaningful climate action and global citizenship.
  • Yusra, who was joined by Jetex CEO Adel Mardini, was determined to show that "everyone has the right to dream".
  • Leaving the forum with custom hand-printed t-shirts, delegates will spread this vital message around the world with the very clothes they wear.
  • Music icon Nile Rodgers presented celebrated comedian Russell Peters with the Global Citizen Forum Award, with the comic delivering some hilarious lines as part of his acceptance speech.

Global Citizen Forum hosts star studded line up, including Yusra Mardini, Nile Rodgers, and Craig David, to champion climate action

Retrieved on: 
星期五, 十二月 8, 2023

RAS AL KHAIMAH, United Arab Emirates, Dec. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, UAE Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, and His Excellency Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahayan, Minister of Tolerance, United Arab Emirates, opened the tenth annual Global Citizen Forum to hundreds of international delegates, with an agenda focused on impactful climate change action.

Key Points: 
  • The second day saw the start of the Annual Summit, with a host of international voices making the case for meaningful climate action and global citizenship.
  • Yusra, who was joined by Jetex CEO Adel Mardini, was determined to show that "everyone has the right to dream".
  • Leaving the forum with custom hand-printed t-shirts, delegates will spread this vital message around the world with the very clothes they wear.
  • Music icon Nile Rodgers presented celebrated comedian Russell Peters with the Global Citizen Forum Award, with the comic delivering some hilarious lines as part of his acceptance speech.

Craig David to headline Global Citizen Forum Charity Gala 2023, with Nile Rodgers to present Russell Peters with the Global Citizen Forum Award

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星期一, 十二月 4, 2023

Iconic musician/record producer Nile Rodgers will present the celebrated comedian Russell Peters with the Global Citizen Forum Award.

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  • Iconic musician/record producer Nile Rodgers will present the celebrated comedian Russell Peters with the Global Citizen Forum Award.
  • Craig David presents TS5 will be the headline performance at the Global Citizen Forum's charity gala.
  • Craig David, who has Afro-Grenadian and British heritage, is a true global citizen, having travelled all over the world throughout his phenomenal career.
  • The Global Citizen Forum Award is presented to individuals or organizations with an outstanding and consistent contribution to the global citizenship movement.

Craig David to headline Global Citizen Forum Charity Gala 2023, with Nile Rodgers to present Russell Peters with the Global Citizen Forum Award

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星期一, 十二月 4, 2023

Iconic musician/record producer Nile Rodgers will present the celebrated comedian Russell Peters with the Global Citizen Forum Award.

Key Points: 
  • Iconic musician/record producer Nile Rodgers will present the celebrated comedian Russell Peters with the Global Citizen Forum Award.
  • Craig David presents TS5 will be the headline performance at the Global Citizen Forum's charity gala.
  • Craig David, who has Afro-Grenadian and British heritage, is a true global citizen, having travelled all over the world throughout his phenomenal career.
  • The Global Citizen Forum Award is presented to individuals or organizations with an outstanding and consistent contribution to the global citizenship movement.

TSC Alliance® to Present 22nd Annual Comedy for a Cure® on April 2

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星期四, 三月 2, 2023

LOS ANGELES, March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the TSC Alliance® announced its 22nd Annual Comedy for a Cure® will be held Sunday, April 2, at AVALON Hollywood. The event brings together top comedians and entertainers to raise funds for those impacted by tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC), a rare genetic disease that causes tumors to form in vital organs.

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  • LOS ANGELES, March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the TSC Alliance ® announced its 22nd Annual Comedy for a Cure ® will be held Sunday, April 2, at AVALON Hollywood .
  • "Since its inception, the TSC Alliance's national signature event, Comedy for a Cure, has raised more than $5.5 million toward finding a cure for TSC while improving the lives of those affected," said Kari Luther Rosbeck, President & CEO.
  • We are proud to support the TSC Alliance's Comedy for a Cure, which emphasizes this mindset shared by Jazz."
  • Comedy for a Cure also provides a platform to highlight and pay tribute to those who have made an impact in the fight against TSC.

Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month on SiriusXM, Pandora and Stitcher

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星期二, 五月 3, 2022

NEW YORK, May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In honor of May's Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month (AAPIHM), SiriusXM, Pandora and Stitcher are spotlighting special programming, new stations, podcast episodes, and exclusive commentary that celebrates the rich AAPI culture, traditions, and history.

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  • Fans can also tune in for an encore presentation of Aoki's conversation with SOSUPERSAM from 88rising Radio.
  • Guest hosts will spread love, offer wisdom, and select songs to celebrate AAPIHM and inspire the next generation of Asian creators.
  • 99) on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays at 2pm and 10pm ET throughout the month, and on Comedy Central Radio (ch.
  • Stitcherwill celebrate AAPI Heritage Month by featuring a playlist on its app that highlights several AAPI-centric and AAPI-hosted podcasts.

Russell Peters Announces Canadian Dates for the Next Leg of His 'Act Your Age' World Tour

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星期二, 三月 8, 2022

Tickets for New Shows Go on Sale Friday, March 11, 2022, at 10am

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  • Nashville, Tennessee--(Newsfile Corp. - March 8, 2022) - After four years away, Russell Peters returns to his home and native land with his Act Your Age World Tour.
  • Russell Peters has been awarded a Gemini, Peabody, Emmy and Canadian Screen Award.
  • Russell Peters was recently named as one of Rolling Stone's 50 Best Comics of All Time.
  • When not on tour he spends every day with his nine-year-old daughter, Crystianna and newborn son, Russell Santiago.

Amazon Prime Video Announces Jay Baruchel as Host of the Canadian Edition of the Global Amazon Original Hit Format Lol: Last One Laughing Canada

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星期二, 四月 13, 2021

The fan favourite format includes multiple seasons in Japan and Mexico; recent seasons in Australia, Germany and Italy; and upcoming editions in France and Spain.

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  • The fan favourite format includes multiple seasons in Japan and Mexico; recent seasons in Australia, Germany and Italy; and upcoming editions in France and Spain.
  • I\'m so excited to have him hosting one of our biggest tentpole series," said James Farrell, Head of Local Originals for Amazon Studios.
  • As part of Prime Video\'s continued investment in Canada,LOL: Last One Laughing Canadais thethird announced Canadian Amazon Original series followingThe Kids in the HallandAll or Nothing: Toronto Maple Leafs.
  • Memorable comedy shows include The Jon Dore Television Show; A Russell Peters Christmas; and But I\'m Chris Jericho.