BETTER VISION FOR CHILDREN, Oscar Viewing, eZWay
Awards Golden Gala: A Night of Glamour and Giving
Back on March 2, 2025
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Event Details
Date: March 2, 2025
Location: Grand Crystal Ballroom, Voco Laguna Hills Hotel, 25205 La Paz Rd, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Time:
1 PM PT – Celebrity and honoree arrivals on a 30-foot gold carpet
4 PM PT – Live viewing of the 97th Oscars®
The Oscar Viewing Golden Gala benefits Better Vision for Children,
a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to providing children globally with
vision care.
This gala is to raise awareness and build better vision programs for
children from physical eyesight to vision for the future of children.”
— Dr. Eric Zuley, an award-winning entrepreneur, author, and media
mogul.
LAGUNA HILLS, CA, UNITED STATES, November 30, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -
- The eZWay Awards presents the annual Oscar Viewing Golden Gala, an
exclusive dinner gala benefiting Better Vision for Children, a 501(c)(3)
nonprofit dedicated to providing children worldwide with the vision care and
resources they need to succeed.
The event, featuring Hollywood glamour, philanthropy, and entertainment,
will be broadcast simultaneously with the 97th Oscars® on March 2, 2025,
from Voco Laguna Hills Hotel, 25205 La Paz Rd, Laguna Hills, CA 92653, in the
Grand Crystal Ballroom. The gala begins with celebrity and honoree arrivals
on a 30-foot gold carpet at 1 PM PT, followed by a live viewing of the 97th
Oscars® at 4 PM PT. The Oscars®, airing live on ABC, will be broadcast in more
than 200 territories worldwide from the Dolby® Theatre at Ovation Hollywood.
“This gala is to raise awareness and build better vision programs for children
from physical eyesight to vision for the future of children,” said Dr. Eric Zuley,
the gala's executive producer. An award-winning entrepreneur, author, and
media mogul known for his innovative digital strategies and philanthropic
endeavors, he continues to support meaningful causes through global
events.
Hosts of the Star-Studded Event
The evening will be hosted by Kate Linder, beloved for her portrayal of Esther
Valentine on The Young and the Restless. She advocates for numerous
charitable causes and is the recipient of a star on the Hollywood Walk of
Fame. Linder's co-host is actor and director Trae Ireland, most commonly
known for directing the HAPA Awards and his appearance on the ABC/HULU
TV series 9-1-1.
Reach and Impact
The event boasts a combined social media reach of over 5 million Instagram
followers, amplifying its ability to raise awareness for Better Vision for
Children and its vital mission.
Performances by: Magician Ivan Amodie as seen on Arseneio Hall, Award-
winning performer John Michael Ferrari, Social Media Influencer and pop
singer Katja Glieson, Award-winning R&B artist Fate Kent.
We will also be raising funds for the children and families that fell victim of
the tragic Los Angeles Fires.
Celebrity Supporters, Guests and Honorees
The gala will feature an illustrious lineup of presenters, honorees, and
performers, including:
. Kate Linder: Emmy Winner, Young and The Restless, 2025 eZWay Awards
Host (P)
. Trae Ireland: Hapa Awards Director, 9-1-1 on ABC, Fortress with Bruce Willis,
2025 eZWay Awards Host (P)
. Bill Duke: Actor, Producer, Director, Predator, X-Men The Last Stand
. Quinton Aaron: Actor on the The Blind Side co-star with Sandra Bullock (P)
. Orlando Jones: Drumline, Biker Boyz
. Miguel A. Nunez: Scooby Doo, The Family Business, Nutty Professor ll
• Trish Cook: Emmy-winning actress and producer known for her versatile
performances. (P)
. Eugenia Kuzmina: Supermodel, Castle, Bad Moms (P)
. A.C. “Iron Man” GREEN: NBA LEGEND, ACTOR, KNOWN FOR SPACE JAM &
SEVENTH HEAVEN, 2025 eZWay Awards Lifetime Achievement Award
Honoree
Harold Lefty Williams: Harlem Globetrotter, Philanthropist, Producer, Nick
Cannon TV Series, The Family Business (P)
. Ken Foree: appearing in films such as Dawn of the Dead, and Leatherface: The
Texas Chainsaw Massacre III. He also had roles in the films Knightriders, From Beyond,
The X-Files as well as the GROPOS episode of Babylon 5. Foree also played Roger
Rockmore, Kenan and Kyra's father on the Nickelodeon sitcom Kenan & Kel. (P)
. Maurice Mccoy: Emmy award-winning TV producer for Comcast's/NBCLA
division of Peacock (P)
• Samantha Goldberg: Former E! Personality and red-carpet host for eZWay
TV.
. Ivan Amodei: Magic Castle Magician As Seen on Arsenio Hall, KTLA
• Hawthorne James: Actor and producer celebrated for roles in The Five
Heartbeats and Speed.
• Kathleen Bradley: Actress and award-winning performer, best known as
Miss Parker in the feature film "Friday. (NT)
. Olga Loera: Luxury Lifestyle & Global Brands Influencer, 10x International
Playboy Model, Author, Fashionista, Philanthropist, President Donald Trump
Associated
p. Olympia Gellini: Founder of Family Film Awards on CBS
. Henry Tillman: Olympic Gold Medal Winner, Boxing Legend, Actor
. Hasaan Rasheed: Actor Marvels Black Panther
. Jermaine Brantley: Actor Black Panther, Marvel Agents of Shield, NCIS, Fast
and Furious Flow
Ken Davitian: Actor Borat, Cobra Kai, Meet The Spartans
• Sharon Lechter: Co-author of Rich Dad Poor Dad and financial expert,
presenting the Sharon Lechter Top Author Award.
• Jeff Hoffman: Founding member of Priceline and serial entrepreneur,
presenting the Jeff Hoffman Serial Entrepreneur Award.
. Don Green - CEO of Napoleon Hill Foundation
.. Duane DaRock Ramos - A list Music Producer
• Omar Periu: Bestselling author and Tony Robbins collaborator, host of From
Zero to Wealth.
p• Johnny Venokur: Actor and producer known for Scott Baio’s 45 and Single
and Famous in Las Vegas.
p• Lika O: Award-winning pop star and social media sensation with 3.3 M
Followers
. Katja Glieson - TikTok Sensation 9.4 M Followers, Pop Singer Performer
• Robert Ri’chard: Emmy-winning actor (Coach Carter, Chocolate City).
• Steve Resnik: Music industry icon and former president of promotions for
Capitol Records.
. Kevin Dorsey - Legendary Music Icon, Michael Jackson’s Assistant Music
Director, Marvel eZWay Awards Music Director
• Michael Jai White: Actor and martial artist, famously starring in Spawn as
the first Black American comic book superhero.
• Dr. Meenakshi Ravi: Mrs. Universe Elite USA, Peace Ambassador, and
Trailblazer Woman of the Year honoree.
• Reatha Grey (Posthumously): Star of Betty White’s Off Their Rockers and
social media icon (Retirement House).
• Brian Willis: Visionary entrepreneur behind Brockstar Financial and BETV.
Deb Drummond - Awarding the Stand-Up, Show Up, Speak Up, Rising
Constellation Award
. Steve Aust: Executive for ION Digital Corp. Emerging digital technologies lie at
the foundation of the massive e-commerce marketplace, the rapidly expanding
decentralized finance (DeFi) landscape, and the evolving asset-backed digital securities
market.
. Brenton Tyler Hoffmann: Walking Miracle Warrior, Actor, Speaker, Pianist, Host,
• James Zuley: CEO/President Better Vision For Children, Host of Radio
Boomers Live Podcast, Veteran
p• Dr. Dante Sears: COO of Better Vision For Children, CEO WealthXO, eZWay
Awards Legend Presenter
An Evening of Purpose
This gala combines Hollywood glamour with heartfelt giving. Guests will be
inspired by the mission of Better Vision for Children, whose work has
changed the lives of countless children worldwide by addressing critical
vision needs.
Reserve Your Spot
Don’t miss this opportunity to benefit Better Vision for Children, which
ensures that young people around the globe can see a brighter tomorrow.
For tickets, sponsorships, or more information, please get in touch with
benefiting-better-vision-for-children/
eZWay Promotions
+1-877-399-2929
Visit us on social media:
@BetterVisionForChildren