The 35th Annual “Divas Simply Singing! Raising Health Awareness” | Nov. 1st, 2025
Sheryl Lee Ralph and the DIVA Foundation Celebrate 35 Years of “Divas Simply Singing! Raising Health Awareness”
Jenifer Lewis, Andra Day, Lalah Hathaway, and Mickey Guyton join the star-studded lineup for the 35th Annual Divas Simply Singing! Gala and Live Taping on Saturday, November 1, 2025, at the Taglyan Cultural Complex in Hollywood
HOLLYWOOD, Calif., Oct. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — In a meaningful celebration of activism through the arts, Emmy® Award-winning and Tony®-nominated actress and advocate Sheryl Lee Ralph, alongside her nonprofit organization, The DIVA Foundation, is pleased to announce the upcoming 35th Anniversary Gala and Taping of DIVAS Simply Singing! This event aims to raise awareness about important health issues and will be held on Saturday, November 1, 2025, at 5:30 pm at the distinguished Taglyan Cultural Complex in Hollywood, California. Attendees can look forward to an inspiring evening dedicated to addressing health disparities and promoting well-being.
Since its inception in 1990 by Sheryl Lee Ralph, a dedicated advocate for positive change, DIVAS Simply Singing! has consistently emphasized advocacy through artistic expression. This year’s milestone event will feature powerhouse performances by Emmy Award-winning actresses Jenifer Lewis and Loretta Devine, GRAMMY Award-winners Andra Day and Lalah Hathaway, GRAMMY-nominated country artist Mickey Guyton, Grey’s Anatomy star James Pickens Jr., musical artist Gina Taylor-Pickens, legendary vocalist Freda Payne, and rising R&B artist India Shawn. Additional performer announcements and special guests are anticipated in the coming weeks, promising an unforgettable celebration of music, advocacy, and unity.
This gala is more than a celebration — it’s a call to action, says Sheryl Lee Ralph, Founder. For 35 years, we have unwaveringly committed to our mission. This year’s DIVAS will honor our rich history, continue our impactful efforts, and focus strategically on advancing health equity for the future.
During this significant occasion, the DIVA Foundation will also present its esteemed DIVA Honors Program, celebrating outstanding individuals whose contributions embody the organization’s equity, wellness, and advocacy mission. This year’s distinguished honorees include Jewel Thais-Williams, recipient of the Ivy Ralph Legend of Distinction Award; Dr. Maya Green, honored with the Wellness Warrior Award; Reverend Debra Frazer-Howze recipient of the Inaugural Debra Frazer-Howze Trailblazer Award; Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis Jr., recipients of the Legacy of Love Humanitarian Honor presented by AARP and Lula Washington, recognized with the Artistic Activism Award for her impact in dance and cultural expression.
The 2025 gala is made possible by the generous support of presenting sponsor Gilead Sciences, a longtime partner and champion of The DIVA Foundation’s mission to uplift, educate, and empower.
For updates, tickets, or sponsorship opportunities, visitwww.diva.foundation and follow @divafoundation on social media.
Photo Credit: Luc-Richard
ABOUT THE DIVA FOUNDATION:
The DIVA Foundation, founded by Emmy-winning actress Sheryl Lee Ralph, is a nonprofit aimed at improving health and fighting HIV/AIDS stigma through arts and community programs. Ralph, inspired by friends lost to AIDS, uses her platform to raise awareness and funding. Since 1990, the foundation has raised over $5.5 million for at-risk populations, including those with HIV/AIDS and other vulnerabilities.
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