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Be Beautiful, Be Yourself Fashion Show

November 1, 2018

It was the 10th Anniversary of the Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show, the event raises money for the Global Down Syndrome Foundation.

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Extra TV

Jamie Foxx’s Sister Is ‘Really Happy’ to Have Him as Her Older Brother

October 29, 2018

“Extra’s” AJ Calloway sat down with Jamie Foxx as he raised money for the Global Down Syndrome Foundation at the 10th-anniversary “Be Beautiful Be Yourself” Fashion Show.

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Vogue AUS

Inside the annual Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show

October 25, 2018

See inside the Global Down Syndrome Foundation’s 10th anniversary fundraiser, attended by the likes of Jamie Foxx, Colin Farrell, Shia LaBeouf and Dakota Johnson.

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ET Canada

Jamie Foxx Gushes Over His ‘Amazing’ Sister DeOndra As He Joins Celebs At Global Down Syndrome Event

October 24, 2018

The likes of Jamie Foxx, Colin Farrell and Dakota Johnson were just a few guests in attendance at a special Global Down Syndrome Foundation event over the weekend.

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Bella NY

GLOBAL RAISES OVER $2.4 MILLION AT 10TH ANNIVERSARY BE BEAUTIFUL BE YOURSELF FASHION SHOW THIS PAST SATURDAY

October 24, 2018

This past weekend, Denver was all a buzz as the Global Down Syndrome Foundation (Global) rang in its 10th Anniversary raising an outstanding $2.4 million, bringing the event’s total raised over the past decade to over $18 million.

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Hollywood Reporter

JEREMY RENNER, WALT SNODGRASS AND CHARLOTTE FONFARA LAROSE

October 23, 2018

Academy-award nominee Jeremy Renner walks the runway with Walt Snodgrass and Charlotte Fonfara LaRose at the Global Down Syndrome Foundation 10th Anniversary BBBY fashion show.

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People

Shia LaBeouf Breakdances with Costar at Global Down Syndrome Foundation’s Fashion Show

October 23, 2018

Shia LaBeouf knows how to celebrate. The actor, 32, attended the 10th annual Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show, hosted by the Global Down Syndrome Foundation.

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Fox 31 News 2

Be Beautiful Be Yourself 2018

October 23, 2018

It was the 10th Anniversary of the Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show, the event raises money for the Global Down Syndrome Foundation. Colorado’s Best Host Joana Canals, met celebrities and big sports names on the Red Carpet.

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Medium

Colin Farrell and Zack Gottsagen Receive Excellence in Advocacy Awards at Star-Studded Event

October 23, 2018

Zack Gottsagen, a featured actor in the upcoming action film, The Peanut Butter Falcon, received the Quincy Jones Exceptional Advocacy Award on Saturday, October 20th.

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Inquisitr

Jamie Foxx Attends Event For The Global Down Syndrome Foundation In Support Of His Sister

October 22, 2018

Jamie Foxx put family first this weekend! On Saturday, October 20, the actor attended the “Be Beautiful, Be Yourself” fashion show in Denver, CO, which raises funds Actor Jamie Foxx had a great time at an event raising money for Down syndrome research, People reported. This cause is particularly close to his heart as his sister, DeOndra Dixon, has Down syndrome.

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Jamie Foxx Supports Sister Deondra at Global Down Syndrome Foundation Benefit

October 22, 2018

Jamie Foxx put family first this weekend! On Saturday, October 20, the actor attended the “Be Beautiful, Be Yourself” fashion show in Denver, CO, which raises funds for the Global Down Syndrome Foundation. Jamie attended the event with his sister DeOndra Dixon, who was born with Down syndrome, and his daughter Annalise.

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Access

Shia LaBeouf Looks Happy As He Steps Out For Rare Appearance Following His Divorce

October 22, 2018

Shia LaBeouf was at the Global Down Syndrome Foundation’s 10th Anniversary Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show over the weekend and he looked happy.

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OK

Shia Labeouf Makes Rare Appearance at Down Syndrome Charity Gala

October 22, 2018

After a tumultuous 2017, it appears that Shia LaBeouf is back in high spirits. The actor attended the Global Down Syndrome Foundation’s 10th Anniversary Be Beautiful Be Yourself fashion show in Denver on Saturday, October 20.

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ET Canada

Dakota Johnson, Shia LaBeouf Support Global Down Syndrome Foundation

October 22, 2018

Dakota Johnson, Shia LaBeouf, Colin Farrell, and Heather Graham support “The Peanut Butter Falcon” star Zack Gottsagen at the 10th Anniversary Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show, hosted by the Global Down Syndrome Foundation.

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People

Jamie Foxx Supports Sister DeOndra and Hijacks Auction at Global Down Syndrome Foundation Event

October 22, 2018

The Oscar winner attended the 10th annual BBBY Fashion Show for Global Down Syndrome Foundation where he appeared on stage with DeOndra, later hijacking the auction by making Denver Broncos star player Von Miller, who was also in attendance, auction off the stylish suit he wore to the event.

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9 NEWS

Be Beautiful Be Yourself RECAP

October 22, 2018

The 2018 Be Beautiful Be Yourself event happened Saturday night at the Sheraton Downtown Denver Hotel benefiting the Global Down Syndrome Foundation. This is the single largest fundraiser in the nation for Down Syndrome research and care. Celebrities and athletes like ActorJamie Foxx and Broncos Von Miller and Case Keenum showed up to support the cause.

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People

Star Tracks

October 22, 2018

Jamie Foxx and daughter Annalise, 9, pose together at the Global Down Syndrome Foundation gala in Denver on Saturday.

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Zimbio

Global Down Syndrome Foundation’s 10th Anniversary Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show 2018

October 21, 2018

Global Down Syndrome 10th anniversary BBBY fashion show at Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel on October 20, 2018 in Denver, Colorado.

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Broncos TV

Global Down Syndrome Foundation’s 10th Anniversary Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show 2018

October 21, 2018

At the Global Down Syndrome Foundation’s 10th Anniversary Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show, the Broncos and other celebrities gathered in Denver for the largest fundraiser in the world benefiting people with Down syndrome.

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Broncos.com

Broncos take in an inspiring night at 2018 Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show

October 21, 2018

Broncos strut their stuff to support Global Down Syndrome Foundation’s 2018 Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show.

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Broncos TV

Case Keenum buys Von Miller’s suit jacket as Jamie Foxx auctions it off for Global Down Syndrome Foundation

October 21, 2018

At the Global Down Syndrome Foundation’s 10th Anniversary Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show, actor Jamie Foxx auctioned off Von Miller’s suit jacket to … Case Keenum. That, as well as an auction for the backup jacket Miller’s designer made, brought in $65,000 for the foundation.

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CBS4

Stars & Celebrities Join To Raise Awareness For Down Syndrome
October 21, 2018

Some of Hollywood’s biggest celebrities made their way to downtown Denver Saturday to raise funds and awareness for the Global Down Syndrome Foundation.

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9News

“Be Beautiful, Be Yourself” benefit for Down syndrome held this weekend

October 18, 2018

So there’s a very special event happening this weekend: Be Beautiful, Be Yourself for the Global Down Syndrome Foundation.

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FOX

2018 BE BEAUTIFUL BE YOURSELF Fashion Show
October 18, 2018

Celebrities and advocates will be rocking the runway October 20th for the 10th Annual Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show, the single largest fundraiser for Down Syndrome research in the country.

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JAMIE FOXX, COLIN FARRELL, AND MORE CELEBS COMING TO DENVER FOR DOWN SYNDROME FUNDRAISER EVENT
October 18, 2018

Several local celebs will also be in attendance for the 10th annual Be Beautiful Be Yourself fashion show event, the largest fundraiser for Down Syndrome research in the country.

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MSN

Global Down Syndrome Prepares For Highly-Anticipated Fashion Show
October 17, 2018

The “Be Beautiful, Be Yourself” annual fashion show is a star-studded event happening Saturday at the Sheridan Denver Downtown Hotel.

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The Know

Jeremy Renner, Dakota Johnson and more celebs coming to Denver this weekend for fundraiser
October 17, 2018

If you think you’ve spotted Jeremy Renner or Shia LaBeouf grabbing a breakfast burrito on the 16th Street Mall this weekend, don’t question your sanity. That’s because those Hollywood celebs, as well as Dakota Johnson, Heather Graham, Colin Farrell, Jamie Foxx, John C. McGinley and Amanda Booth — plus sports stars Von Miller, Sam Cronin and more — will convene on downtown Denver on Saturday, Oct. 20, for the “Be Beautiful Be Yourself” charity event.

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CBS4

Global Down Syndrome Prepares For Highly-Anticipated Fashion Show
October 17, 2018

The “Be Beautiful, Be Yourself” annual fashion show is a star-studded event happening Saturday at the Sheridan Denver Downtown Hotel. It serves as one of the largest fundraisers for the Global Down Syndrome Foundation and puts on a fun show for people living with Down Syndrome and donors alike.

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Vogue Australia

In fashion news
October 15, 2018

With the 10th annual Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show set to take place on October 20, the Global Down Syndrome Foundation has announced that the likes of Colin Farrell, Jeremy Renner and Amanda Booth are set to take to the stage for the single largest fundraiser for Down Syndrome research in the world.

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Hollywood Reporter

Jeremy Renner to Join Colin Farrell at Global Down Syndrome Foundation Event
October 9, 2018

Confirmed to attend the Global Down Syndrome Foundation fundraiser on Oct. 20 in Denver are Jeremy Renner, honoree Colin Farrell, Super Bowl 50 MVP Von Miller, John C. McGinley and Amanda Booth.

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Entertainment World

Colin Farrell + Jeremy Renner join forces with impressive celebrity lineup for Global Down Syndrome Foundation
October 9, 2018

Today the Global Down Syndrome Foundation (Global) announced its celebrity lineup for this year’s 10th Anniversary of the Be Beautiful Be Yourself, Fashion Show.

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Bella NY

Global Down Syndrome Foundation announce huge celebrity lineup for 10th Anniversary
October 9, 2018

The Global Down syndrome Foundation has announced an impressive celebrity line-up for this year’s 10th year anniversary of the Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show. Among the celebrities announced is well-known actors Colin Farrell and Jeremy Renner.

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Morningstar

Jeremy Renner, Von Miller, John C. McGinley, Amanda Booth & More join forces with impressive celebrity lineup to support Global
October 9, 2018

Marvel’s “Hawkeye” Jeremy Renner, Super Bowl 50 MVP Von Miller, award-winning actor and Global board member John C. McGinley and supermodel and actress Amanda Booth will join its celebrity lineup for this year’s 10th Anniversary Fashion Show.

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Broadway World

‘Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show’ Celebrity Lineup Includes Colin Farrell and Jeremy Renner
October 9, 2018

The 10th Anniversary will underscore and celebrate a decade of beauty and achievement. The marquee event is the largest Down syndrome fundraiser in the world and will be held during Down Syndrome Awareness Month.

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Colorado & CO

Global President & CEO Michelle Sie Whitten and event co-chair Kacey Bingham discuss the Global’s 10th Anniversary Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show
October 5, 2018

An amazing list of celebrities and advocate models will rock the runway on Saturday, October 20th at the Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel.

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Extra

“Extra’s” Jerry Penacoli spoke with Jamie Foxx, Joe Manganiello and Eva Longoria at the Global Down Syndrome Foundation’s annual fashion show
November 11, 2017

Jamie Foxx, sister DeOndra Dixon and Michelle Sie Whitten, President of Global at the Global Down Syndrome Foundation’s Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show on Saturday 11th November in Denver, Colorado

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DR

News in 2:00: Celebrities Raise Millions for Global Down Syndrome Foundation
November 16, 2017

Get the latest health news you can use with The Doctors News in 2:00!

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PEOPLE

People Magazine features our 2017 Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show Stars!

November 6, 2017

Jamie Foxx meets with his sister DeOndra Dixon, Global Down Syndrome Foundation President Michelle Sie Whitten as well as this year’s Quincy Jones Exceptional Advocacy Award winner and Australian model, Madeline Stuart.

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Vogue

Australian model Madeline Stuart is Singlehandedly Changing the Fashion Industry

November 1, 2017

Australian-born and internationally recognized model Madeline Stuart is a face you’re about to see a lot more of. Known for her pioneering work as a Down Syndrome model, the 20-year-old is set to take the stage at this year’s Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show.

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Bella

Eva Longoria, Jamie Foxx Support Global Down Syndrome Foundation’s 9th Annual Fashion Show

November 11, 2017

The Global Down Syndrome Foundation held its 9th Annual Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show (BBBY) to raise critical funding to improve the lives of people with Down syndrome while celebrating a milestone year for medical research and advocacy around this least-funded genetic condition.

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Access

Star Sightings: November 2017
November 11, 2017

Jamie Foxx, sister DeOndra Dixon and Michelle Sie Whitten, President of Global at the Global Down Syndrome Foundation’s Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show on Saturday 11th November in Denver, Colorado

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Daily Blast

Daily Blast Live

November 11, 2017

Celebrities hit the red carpet for this year’s “Be Beautiful, Be Yourself” fashion show, put on by the Global Down Syndrome Foundation.

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CO Poplo

Denver education center for people with Down syndrome gets $1 million boost

November 21, 2017

An educational center in Denver for people with Down syndrome has received an amazing display of heart and generosity. The Salah Foundation gave $1 million to the Colorado-based Global Down Syndrome Foundation during a gala this month.

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9News

Fashion show in Denver raises funds for Down syndrome awareness and research

November 13, 2017

The point of the night was to raise money for scientific research into Down syndrome – and raise awareness about the condition. That’s the refrain that celeb after celeb told the press at the red carpet of the Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion show at the Sheraton in downtown Denver Saturday evening.

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DR

Turning 21 with style! Model Madeline Stuart celebrates her milestone birthday with Eva Longoria at BBBY

November 21, 2017

It has been a whirlwind month for Madeline Stuart, who went from rubbing shoulders with Eva Longoria to celebrating her 21st birthday on a sailboat in the Gold Coast.

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Style Society

Eva Longoria Honored at Global Down Syndrome Foundation Fashion Show

November 15, 2017

The single largest fundraiser for Down syndrome research in the country, the nonprofit celebrated a milestone year for medical research and advocacy around the genetic condition.

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Zimbo

Photos from Global Down Syndrome Foundation’s Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show 2017

November 11, 2017

View Images From the Event

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Omaha World Herald

Front Page News! Omaha actor, writer, advocate will walk runway as ambassador for Down syndrome foundation

November 10, 2017

Last year, Sikora — a 27-year-old Omaha writer, actor and fashion model with Down syndrome — got to walk the runway with an Oscar-winning actress. This weekend, he’ll walk with another.

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9 News

‘Be Beautiful Be Yourself’ Fashion Show in Denver

November 7, 2017

Michelle Sie Whitten, the president and CEO of the Global Down Syndrome Research Foundation, and Dr. Joaqúin Espinosa, the executive director of the Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome, joined us on 9NEWS at 4 p.m. to discuss how they got involved and their respective organizations.

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Global’s Michelle Sie Whitten & Joaqúin Espinosa on Denver’s Own Channel 2

November 7, 2017

Michelle and Joaqú speak on research and medical care along with 2017 Be Beautiful Be Yourself fashion show with Quincy Jones.

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Denver 7

Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion show to benefit Global Down Syndrome Foundation

November 4, 2017

Every year Hollywood stars grace the stage in Denver to help raise money for the Global Down Syndrome Foundation. The Be Beautiful Be Yourself fashion show returns to Denver with another list of Hollywood stars attending.

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The Villager

Global Down Syndrome Foundation’s fashion show brings out the stars

October 25, 2017

Models with Down syndrome will be joined on the runway of next month’s Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show by such celebrities as Oscar-winning actress Marisa Tomei, Eva Longoria, Joe Manganiello, Jamie Foxx and more.

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CO Company

Event Chair Peter Kudla & Global President and CEO Michelle Sie Whitten featured on Colorado & Company

October 26, 2017

See a preview of 2017 models in action as Peter and Michelle discuss the nights star-studded line up.

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People

Models With Down Syndrome Hit the Runway for a One-of-a-Kind Fashion Show

November 15, 2016

Global President and CEO, Michelle Sie Whitten, shares how Global has worked to shatter sterotypes of those with Down syndrome through its annual Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show.

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ABC

Global’s Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show Featured in Top November Pictures
November 14, 2016

Jamie Foxx and sister DeOndra Dixon dazzle together on he red carpet in support of the Global Down Syndrome Foundation.

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CNN HLN

Celebities Support Global Down Syndrome Foundation

November 14, 2016

Celebrities Jamie Foxx, Peyton Manning, Hilary Swank, and Queen Latifah attended Global’s Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show on Saturday November 12th. Foxx’s sister DeOndra Dixon, who was born with Down syndrome, shared the runway with Queen Latifah

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Mario Lopez Highlights Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show

November 14, 2016

EXTRA host, Mario Lopez gives a quick preview of tonight’s Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show Recap on EXTRA.

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ET Canada

Entertainment Tonight: Celebrities Support Down Syndrome
November 16, 2016

Jamie Foxx shares his personal connection with Down syndrome at Global’s Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show.

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Denver Post

Queen Latifah, Peyton Manning and More Attend Nation’s Largest Fundraiser for Down Syndrome in Denver
November 15, 2016

Hollywood and sports celebrities joined Global on Saturday November 12th, to help raise funds for Down syndrome research and medical care, helping to “open up a whole new world.”

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Just Jared

Hilary Swank Walks the Runway at Global Down Syndrome Foundation Fashion Show
November 15, 2016

Hilary Swank joins global with other celebrities at the annual Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show. Swank shares “There’s no one who should be told they can’t have an education or have all the rights as the next person – no matter how differently abled you are.”

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AXS

Queen Latifah, Jamie Foxx & More Raise $2.1M for Down Syndrome Foundation

November 15, 2016

Queen Latifah highlights the importance of the research that will be conducted with the funds recieved from the evening and shared her support for all with Down syndrome as she walked the runway with Jamie Foxx’s sister, DeOndra Dixon.

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Entertainment

Entertainment Tonight: Celebs Give Back
November 14, 2016

“The former NFL quarterback was just one of the celebrity guests who helped make the Global Down Syndrome Foundation’s 2016 Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show in Denver, Colorado, a success. Manning not only walked down the runway on Nov. 12, he also took part in the grand finale…

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AOL

Celebs Team With Down Syndrome Models
November 14, 2016

Jamie Foxx, Hilary Swank and others attend Global Down Syndrome Foundation’s annual fashion show to help raise awareness.

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Reuters

Down Syndrome ‘Be Beautiful’ Fashion Show Raises $2.1 Million
November 14, 2016

Celebrities and models with Down syndrome stepped onto the catwalk, this past Saturday, at Global’s annual Be Beautiful Fashion Show. The fundraiser raises money and awareness for medical care and research for Down syndrome.

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People

Model Behavior: Hilary Swank and Models With Down Syndrome Walk the Runway

November 14, 2016

Hilary Swank joins two budding fashion models on the runway as the trio strut their stuff…

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CNN

Jamie Foxx, Hilary Swank and More Team Up for Global Down Syndrome Fashion Show

November 14, 2016

Oscar winner, Jamie Foxx cheered on his sister, DeOndra Dixon, during a fashion show charity event over the weekend benefiting the Global Down Syndrome Foundation.

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9 News

Models With Down Syndrome Walk with Hollywood Stars

November 13, 2016

The largest Down syndrome fundraiser in the country was hosted in Denver,CO last night. Hollywood talent and professional athletes were paired with models with Down syndrome as they walked the runway in support of funding for medical care and research for Down syndrome.

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USA TODAY

Queen Latifah Works the Runway With Jamie Foxx’s Sister at Charity Event

November 13, 2016

Queen Latifah and Jamie Foxx’s Sister strike a pose on the runway at Global’s 2016 Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show, a fundraiser supporting medical care and research for those with Down syndrome.

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Extra

Sneak Peak Look at Celebrities Joining Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show

November 12, 2016

Extra host, Mario Lopez announces that he will host the Global Down Syndrome Foundation’s Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show and gives a sneak peak at what other celebrities will be joining him.

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People

Catwalk for a Cause

November 11, 2016

Jamie Foxx hits the runway at the Global Down Syndrome Foundation’s Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion show…

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9 News

Fashion Show Saturday for Global Down Syndrome

November 11, 2016

Kim Christiansen sits down with Global President and CEO, Michelle Sie Whitten, and 2016 Quincy Jones Exceptional Advocacy Award winner, Frank Stephens, to discuss the upcoming Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show.

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Fox 31 Denver

“Be Beautiful, Be Yourself” Fashion Show
November 10, 2016

Anna Sie and Global President and CEO, Michelle Sie Whitten, share a sneak peek look at the models and celebrities that will dawn the runway at the upcoming Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show. The fundraiser supports research and medical care aimed at improving the lives of those with Down syndrome and Alzheimers.

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LifeADMIN

Matt Dillon and John C. McGinley Set to Walk the Runway at Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show
November 7, 2016

Hollywood celebrities will escort models with Down syndrome down the runway at Global’s 2016 Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion show. Special guests include the 2016 Quincy Jones Exceptional Advocacy Award Recipient, Frank Stephens.

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Gazette

Mario LopezHosts 2016 Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show

November 6, 2016

Actor and entertainer, Mario Lopez is scheduled to host the Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show, one of the largest Down syndrome fundraisers in the country that raises funds for medical care and research.

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MSN

Fashion Show Benefits Global Down Syndrome Foundation

November 5, 2016

Global CEO and President Michelle Sie Whitten, joined by Model Sam Levin shares excitement for the upcoming 2016 Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show and explains how the funds from the event further medical care and research for Down syndrome.

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