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Stars Explore Their 'Animal Side' at Playboy Mansion in Support of Wildlife WayStation

Posted on: Friday, 15 October 2004, 06:00 CDT

10th Annual Safari Brunch Guest List Grows with Celebs Committed to Cause; Dr. Michael Nobel to Present Award; Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins and Stephen Bishop Headline Pop MusicFest for the Animals

Celebrities and other Who's Who in Southern California will take a 'walk on the wild side' at the Playboy Mansion Saturday, October 16 in support of The Wildlife WayStation, a haven for the rescue and care of wild and exotic animals who have been abused, injured, abandoned, orphaned or are ill. The event is the major fundraiser of the year for the privately funded, 501(C)(3) charitable organization/facility located in the Angeles National Forest.

In addition to the star-studded guest list, Montana, an 8-year old White Tiger who calls the WayStation home, will be in attendance along with additional wild and exotic animals. A presentation of Paws of Fame awards to legendary environmentalist and paleo-anthropologist Dr. Richard Leakey and international film star Sharon Stone will highlight the event

. Dr. Michael Nobel, great grandnephew of Alfred Nobel, founder of the Nobel Prize awarded annually since 1901 for achievements in chemistry, physics, medicine, literature, and peace, and chairman of the family society's board of directors and chairman of the Appeal of the Peace Prize Laureates Foundation, will present the International Lifetime Achievement Award to Dr. Richard Leakey. -0- *T WHEN: Saturday, October 16 - 11:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Best Photo Opportunity - 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. WHERE: Playboy Mansion at 10236 Charing Cross Road (between S. Mapleton and Sunset) Beverly Hills WHO: Martine Colette, Founder of the Wildlife WayStation Honorees: Sharon Stone, Dr. Richard Leakey, Dr. Jack Stephens and Rebecca Solomon Partial List of Celebrities (subject to change): Jillian Barberie, co-host of Good Day L.A. Dyan Cannon, Ally McBeal and more Michael Clarke Duncan, The Green Mile and more Mick Fleetwood, co-founder of Fleetwood Mac Bernie Kopell, Dr. Adam Bricker of the Love Boat Constance Marie, ABC's The George Lopez Show Mike Marino, Comedian Michael Nobel, great grandnephew of Alfred Nobel, founder of the Nobel Prize award Courtney Peldon, HBO's hit Entourage Stefanie Powers, ABC's Hart to Hart Nicollette Sheridan, ABC's Desperate Housewives Gene Simmons, bass guitarist for Kiss Betty White, TV star seen on The Golden Girls ACTIVITIES: Pop MusicFest for the Animals produced by Grammy Award winning producer Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins featuring Stephen Bishop, Joy Enriquez and singing sensation Jamia Simone Nash recently seen on The Tonight Show; Silent, Super-Silent and Live Auctions; much more. MEDIA: Exceptional visuals and interview opportunities are available to a limited number of media. For additional information or to confirm your attendance, please contact Terry Wills or Jessica Roswell at 310-524-0200. Contact Terry Wills at 310-877-1458 or Jessica Roswell at 310-227-9234 day of. *T

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