CNN Heroes: An All-Star Tribute
This Sunday, CNN will air “CNN Heroes: An All-Star Tribute,” a special program honoring the Top 5 CNN Heroes of 2024. These everyday people have made a significant impact in their communities and around the world.
The Top 5 CNN Heroes will be awarded $10,000 each, and the CNN Hero of the Year will receive an additional $100,000. The program will also feature a special tribute to Michael J. Fox, who has dedicated his life to finding a cure for Parkinson’s disease.
Joining the broadcast will be a star-studded lineup of celebrities, including Bradley Cooper, Pedro Pascal, Oprah Winfrey, Misty Copeland, and Zachary Quinto.
The Top 5 CNN Heroes are:
1. Alvarez, who brings together hundreds of people from different cultures and languages to make beautiful music in Sweden.
2. Stephen Knight, who provides temporary homes for dogs while their owners are in rehab, helping them stay on track with their recovery.
3. Payton McGriff, who founded Style Her Empowered, a nonprofit that provides uniforms and school fees to schoolgirls in Togo, as well as job opportunities for women.
4. Rutter, who created Project Libertad, a nonprofit that provides legal representation and essential services to immigrant youth.
5. Toussaint, who uses dance to teach STEM skills to girls of color.
The program will also feature the second annual CNN Heroes Legacy Award, which honors individuals who have dedicated their lives to service. This year’s recipient is Michael J. Fox, who has raised over $2 billion for Parkinson’s research.
Tune in to “CNN Heroes: An All-Star Tribute” this Sunday at 8pm ET/PT to learn more about the Top 5 CNN Heroes and their inspiring stories.