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PRESS.
Kevin Hart to host famed telethon long hosted by Jerry Lewis
The Muscular Dystrophy Association announced Wednesday that Hart will host the MDA Kevin Hart Kids Telethon. The two-hour, star-studded virtual fundraiser event will air Oct. 24.
Associated Press
By JONATHAN LANDRUM Jr.
Jerry Lewis Telethon Will Return With Kevin Hart
“The MDA Kevin Hart Kids Telethon,” as it will be called, will raise money for the Muscular Dystrophy Association and for Help From the Hart, a charity organization founded by Hart that focuses on social, education and health efforts in underserved communities and provides scholarships and vocational training.
The new york times
By Dave Itzkoff
Kevin Hart to Host Muscular Dystrophy Association Telethon
Kevin Hart will join as the new host of Muscular Dystrophy Association’s Jerry Lewis Telethon. The two-hour special to raise awareness and charitable contributions will air on Oct. 24 at 5 p.m. PT/8 p.m. ET.
Variety
By Janet W. Lee
Kevin Hart to Host Relaunch of Muscular Dystrophy Association Telethon
Eva Longoria, Michael B. Jordan, Jack Black, Josh Gad, Usain Bolt and Jillian Mercado are all set to appear at the event.
THE HOLLYWOOD REPORTER
By Katie Kilkenny
Jerry Lewis’ Legendary MDA Telethon Relaunches With Host Kevin Hart
The MDA Kevin Hart Kids telethon will air for two hours on Saturday, October 24th at 8 p.m. (streaming partners will be announced later), supporting both the MDA and Hart’s Help from the Hart charity, which supports underserved communities
Rollingstone
By Patrick Doyle
Kevin Hart to host relaunch of Jerry Lewis’ Muscular Dystrophy Association Telethon
On Wednesday, the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) announced the relaunch of their legendary Jerry Lewis MDA Telethon, naming Kevin Hart as this year’s host.
Entertainment Weekly
By Ruth Kinane
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