Dodgers manager Dave Roberts and several players from the team’s World Series championship run are scheduled to be recognized alongside actor Anthony Anderson this Thursday evening at the Harold and Carole Pump Foundation’s 26th annual celebrity dinner. The event, held at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, will honor these public figures for their contributions both on and off the field.
Roberts, along with Dodgers Mookie Betts, Will Smith, Miguel Rojas, Andy Pages, Teoscar Hernández, and Kiké Hernández, are all set to receive lifetime achievement awards, according to event organizers. These awards acknowledge their achievements in their respective careers, making for a significant gathering of local sports talent in one room.
Anthony Anderson, widely recognized for his starring role as Andre “Dre” Johnson on ABC’s “black-ish,” will also be presented with a lifetime achievement award. His recognition stems from his extensive health advocacy and philanthropic endeavors. The foundation highlighted Anderson’s charitable work, which includes organizing the annual Anthony Anderson Celebrity Golf Classic and providing support to organizations such as the American Diabetes Association, the Los Angeles Mission, and the Boys & Girls Clubs of America. Anderson expressed his gratitude in a statement last month, saying he was "passionate about giving back" and proud to support efforts for "better health outcomes" for those affected by cancer.
The dinner is anticipated to draw a substantial list of prominent figures from both the sports and entertainment worlds. Guests expected to attend include sports legends like Magic Johnson, Mike Tyson, Julius Erving, Allen Iverson, Allyson Felix, Bo Jackson, and Sugar Ray Leonard. Entertainment industry personalities such as Vince Vaughn, Cedric the Entertainer, D.L. Hughley, and Tom Morello are also slated to be present, creating a diverse cross-section of Southern California's public life.
Beyond the main honorees, humanitarian awards will also be presented to Dennis Gilbert and Nick Rowley. A key component of the evening will be silent and live auctions, offering a range of items from sports memorabilia and unique travel experiences to VIP tickets. Organizers have confirmed that all proceeds generated from these auctions will directly benefit cancer research and treatment initiatives.
The Harold and Carole Pump Foundation was established by brothers Dana and David Pump, created in honor of their parents. The organization, working in conjunction with the Northridge Hospital Foundation, states it has successfully raised over $10.5 million. These funds have been directed towards vital cancer treatment facilities and programs, as well as supporting various other nonprofit community charities, underscoring the foundation’s sustained commitment to health and community well-being in the region.
