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Look to the Stars
December 23, 2020
On Sunday, December 13, a spectacular cast including Pete Davidson, Ellie Kemper, Ed Asner, Maude Apatow, Carol Kane, Vanessa Williams, Chris Williams, Mia Farrow, Ed Begley Jr., Diedrich Bader, BD Wong, Bill Pullman and Richard Kind performed a live table read of the holiday classic “It’s a Wonderful Life,” directed by Victor Nelli, Jr.
In addition, Jeff Frost, President of Sony Pictures Television Studios, was presented a special honor by Norman Lear, Ralph Macchio, Freddie Highmore, and Michael Chiklis. Karolyn Grimes, the original “Zuzu” in the film, made a guest appearance. The event, hosted by Tom Bergeron, was hugely successful in raising funds to assist special needs families at The Ed Asner Family Center. Numerous fans from all over the world have requested a recording of the event.
It s a Wonderful Life We quickly reached out to the cast and they all agreed that releasing a recorded version of the evening was a fantastic idea, so that scores of families can have access to this magical night to provide hope, light and love during this difficult time, said Matt Asner, Co-Founder of The Center. So many people feel alone right now and this story is so incredibly powerful and encouraging. This intimate, honest and heartfelt reading of the film will help to bring everyone the joy they so desperately need, while raising funds for families with special needs, said Navah Asner, Co-Founder of The Center. I am very proud that six autistic adults played shoulder to shoulder with the famous actors in this table read.