The 17th Annual InterContinental Miami Make-A-Wish Ball is the “can’t miss” event of the South Florida social scene. In its 16-year history, the Ball has raised more than $9.6 million, enough to grant the heartfelt wishes of 2,100 children with life-threatening medical conditions. This premier event featured dinner, drinks, dancing and the chance to bid on fantasy items and experiences in the famed Live & Silent Auctions. This year, Gabrielle Anwar of the hit TV show “Burn Notice” was our Celebrity Auctioneer.
More than 800 of South Florida’s local moguls, fashion mavens, prominent business leaders, notable philanthropists, socialites and jet setters attended last year’s gala. Over the years, celebrity guests have included Paula Abdul, Sharon Stone, Pamela Anderson, Richie Rich, Russell and Kimora Lee Simmons, Don King, Scottie Pippen, Mike Piazza, Marcus Schenkenberg, Kim Kardashian and Venus and Serena Williams. Musical performers have included Wyclef Jean, Macy Gray, Natalie Cole, D.J. Cassidy and D.J. Irie.