"As the parents of autistic children, Matt and I saw a desperate need to create a safe and welcoming community for Special Needs families," Navah Asner, Co-Founder, The Ed Asner Family Center, added. I would also like to thank MeTV for their generous sponsorship of this event," Matt Asner, son of Ed Asner & Co-Founder of The Ed Asner Family Center, shared in a statement. I would like to thank Turner Classic Movies for partnering to support our effort to raise much-needed funds for special needs families and I am eternally grateful for the support shown by our amazing cast. For our annual fundraising gala this year, I want to honor my father's legacy as both a legendary actor and a staunch advocate for people of all abilities. "My father's passing has left an indescribable hole in my heart. The event will feature an incredible silent auction with items perfect for the holiday season and a spectacular musical intermission. In addition, the collection will include The Official Bailey Family Cookbook with recipes inspired by It's A Wonderful Life and a 75th Anniversary Blu-ray of the film. Commemorative holiday gift collections will also be available to purchase, including custom artwork and a limited edition T-shirt, all created specifically for this event. "For a minimum donation of $25, your entire household can enjoy this exclusive experience. Hosted by Tom Bergeron, the 2021 Virtual Gala will be a tribute to the wonderful life of Ed Asner and benefit The Ed Asner Family Center (TEAFC), which promotes mental health and enrichment programs to children with special needs and their families. For one night only, this live virtual table read takes place Sunday, December 5th 5 p.m. Real-life uncle/nephew pair Wendt and Sudeikis are slated to play the roles of George Bailey and Uncle Billy for this year's broadcast. Per press release, "In Partnership with Turner Classic Movies and sponsored by MeTV, relive the classic holiday tale of It's a Wonderful Life with a star-studded cast including Jason Sudeikis, Rosario Dawson, Mark Hamill, Martin Sheen, Mandy Patinkin, George Wendt, Lou Diamond Phillips, Phil Lamarr, Ben Mankiewicz, Ron Funches, Ed Harris, and more.
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