2022 Global Down Syndrome Foundation’s Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show

The largest fundraiser for Down Syndrome in the world, this is one of the most incredible events of the year I am lucky enough to document! This year, the fundraiser was incredibly successful, raising over 2.2 million dollars! Global Down Syndrome Foundation President and CEO Michelle Sie Whitten presented the 2022 Quincy Jones Exceptional Advocacy Award to Actor Eric Dane (Grey’s Anatomy and Euphoria) and advocate David Egan. Amanda Booth, model, actress, Quincy Jones Awardee, and mother to 2022 GLOBAL Ambassador Micah, served as the Event Chair:

There were many recognizeable faces that participated and supported the event, including actress Christina Ricci; actor Eric Dane, Grey’s Anatomy actors Caterina Scorsone, ER Fightmaster, Alexis Floyd, Midori Francis, Anthony Hill and Niko Terho; actor John C. McGinley; actor, author & social media influencer Josh Peck; model, actress and investor Brooklyn Decker; actor Zack Gottsagen; actor Sheree J. Wilson; former Colorado Rockies player Ryan Spilborghs; and Colorado Rapids player Gyasi Zardes hit the red carpet in support of critical Down syndrome research and medical care funding. 9NEWS Anchors Kim Christiansen and Tom Green emceed the event.