Seattle's Lifelong to Honor Laverne Cox and Chris Olsen at Inaugural Pride Gala
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Seattle health organization Lifelong will honor actress Laverne Cox and influencer Chris Olsen at its inaugural Pride Gala on June 13. The event, hosted by stylist Brad Goreski, will feature performances and support Lifelong's programs in HIV care, food security, and housing. The gala highlights the organization's ongoing work and community impact.
Facts First
- Lifelong will honor Laverne Cox and Chris Olsen at its first Pride Gala in downtown Seattle on June 13.
- The event is hosted by Brad Goreski and will feature performances by Jack Shears, Miz Cracker, and Macy Gray.
- Laverne Cox is a pioneering actress and activist who was the first transgender person nominated for a Primetime Emmy in an acting category.
- Chris Olsen is a social media influencer known for LGBTQ and mental health advocacy.
- Lifelong provides HIV services to 1,788 people and expects to deliver over 250,000 meals and 25,000 grocery bags in 2026.
What Happened
Lifelong, a Seattle health organization, will hold its inaugural Pride Gala on June 13 in downtown Seattle. The event will honor actress Laverne Cox and influencer Chris Olsen. Celebrity stylist Brad Goreski will host the gala, which will feature performances by Jack Shears, Miz Cracker, and Macy Gray. Event co-chairs include Jean Smart and Bella Thorne, with additional names to be announced.
Why this Matters to You
The gala supports Lifelong's community programs, which may directly affect access to services in the Seattle area. The organization currently provides HIV services, supports 1,200 adults with disabilities and older adults to live independently, and has placed 180 adults into safe housing. Its planned distribution of more than 250,000 meals and 25,000 grocery bags in 2026 could help address local food insecurity.
What's Next
The Pride Gala on June 13 is likely to raise awareness and funds for Lifelong's work. Laverne Cox's memoir, 'Transcendent: A Memoir,' is scheduled for publication on June 9, and Chris Olsen's memoir, 'I Think My Therapist Hates Me: A Memoir,' is set for release on September 1, which could bring further attention to the causes they advocate for alongside Lifelong.