Dionne Warwick to Receive Honor at Cancer Research Benefit
Dionne Warwick, along with actress Lynda Carter and jewelry designer Nicola "Coco" Verses, will be honored at the 2026 Angel Ball in New York City on October 19. The event, hosted by Denise Rich and her daughters, raises funds for Gabrielle's Angel Foundation for Cancer Research. Shaggy is scheduled to perform, and Deborah Cox will emcee.
The 2026 Angel Ball takes place at Cipriani Wall Street on October 19th, hosted by Denise Rich and her daughters. The gala commemorates Gabrielle Rich Aouad, who passed away from leukemia at age 27, and has generated over $47 million for blood cancer research since 1996.
Warwick, now 85, boasts a remarkable chart history with 12 top-ten Hot 100 singles, including two chart-toppers. Her recent honors include a 2019 Recording Academy lifetime achievement award, a 2023 Kennedy Center Honor, and a 2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame musical excellence nod.
This benefit could significantly bolster funding for early-career researchers focused on blood cancers, potentially accelerating the development of new treatments. The high-profile nature of the honorees, particularly Warwick's extensive fanbase, may draw increased public attention to the foundation's mission. Additionally, the event could inspire other celebrities to leverage their platforms for medical philanthropy, while providing hope and tangible support to patients and families grappling with leukemia and lymphoma.