Hilton Hotel, Liverpool One, hosted their 10th annual STAR BALL on Saturday night (19th October) to support Cash for Kids and the D. M. Thomas Foundation for young people.
The glamorous black tie Ball was hosted by Radio City’s Peter Price. Guests were welcomed with a Champagne Reception and canapés, followed by a sumptuous four course dinner in the spectacularly decorated Grace Suite, courtesy of Tamzyn Angela.
Celebrity guests supporting the Ball included Liverpool comedy legend Jimmy Tarbuck, Boxer Paul Smith, actress Gillian Kearney, Everton legend Peter Reid along with former Liverpool FC heroes John Aldridge, Alan Kennedy, Ian Callaghan and Roy Evans and Greatest Hits Radio’s Simon Ross.
Entertainment included performances from the sensational George Gallagher who sang during dinner and Marcus Collins’ ‘LOVE MOTOWN’ show-band filled the dance floor with a rousing party set.
The event raised over £40,000 for the nominated charities with some amazing auction prizes including a signed Tony Bellew boxing Glove, Liverpool FC Champions league winners signed shirt, an Everton FC Finch Farm experience, a Trip to America staying at the world renowned Beverly Hilton Hotel and a stunning Boodles Pendant.
Hilton Liverpool city centre General Manager, Marcus Magee, said “I am delighted that the 10th Hilton Liverpool Star Ball has raised so much to support disadvantaged children and young people. I would also like to sincerely thank everyone involved in making our event such a resounding success including our sponsors, and all those who have donated prizes and of course all our fantastic guests who came along to support our Ball as without their continued loyalty our event would not be possible”.
