Laverne Cox and Chris Olsen to Be Honored at Seattle's Lifelong Pride Gala
Actress Laverne Cox and influencer Chris Olsen are set to be honored by the Seattle-based health organization Lifelong at its inaugural Pride Gala. The event, scheduled for June 13, will be hosted by celebrity stylist Brad Goreski and feature performances by artists such as Jake Shears, Miz Cracker, and Macy Gray. Lifelong, founded in 1983 in response to the HIV epidemic, now operates various programs related to food/nutrition, aging, disability, housing, insurance, and HIV. The gala aims to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community's vibrancy and resilience while raising funds for essential health, HIV, housing, and food programs. Laverne Cox, known for her role in 'Orange Is the New Black,' is a prominent LGBTQ+ activist and was the first transgender person to be nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award in an acting category. Chris Olsen is recognized for his advocacy in LGBTQ and mental health issues.