Host committee members virtually attend MPTF's 19th annual "Night Before"
The virtual party was filled with outstanding musical and comedy moments, including performances from legendary artists
Andra Day ,
Peter Michael Escovedo, Macy Gray, and
Jeff Ross, as well as host
Brady . 12-time Oscar nominee
Diane Warren participated in a special segment, highlighting some of her most memorable nominated songs with performances from
LeAnn Rimes, El DeBarge, Laura Pausini, and
Brandon Victor Dixon . The night also included special appearances from
Lena Hall, Carla Renata , and
Mark Fite .
MPTF also be celebrated the very special honor of receiving the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award at this year's Oscars. This marks the first time an organization will be recognized with this award, after the Board of Governors voted to amend the rules in light of MPTF's humanitarian efforts in the industry. Jean Hersholt, for whom the award is named, served as president of MPTF for 18 years, from 1938 until his death in 1956. Celebrating its 100th anniversary this year, MPTF has been a safety net for entertainment industry members, both working and retired, for the past century by providing social, financial, residential, and health services. As an established lifeline within the entertainment community, MPTF serves as a model for an industry taking care of its own with decades of support from its donors, volunteers, and ambassadors.