Did you wonder what those blue puzzle pins were that everyone was wearing last night?
Well, me too! The blue puzzle piece represents a charity, Autism Speaks.
Some of Hollywood’s biggest stars showed their support for Autism Speaks and its mission of autism awareness and research by wearing the organization’s distinctive blue puzzle piece lapel pin on their tuxedos and gowns during last night’s Golden Globe Awards in Los Angeles. Golden Globe winner Alec Baldwin (30 Rock), nominee Steve Carell (The Office), nominee Masi Oka (Heroes) and presenters Tina Fey (30 Rock) and John Stamos (E.R.) were among those who made the fashion statement. Autism Speaks is dedicated to increasing awareness of the growing autism epidemic – 1 in 166 children is now diagnosed with autism — and to raising money to fund scientists who are searching for a cure. It was founded in February 2005 by Suzanne and Bob Wright, whose grandson has autism. Bob Wright is Vice Chairman and Executive Officer, General Electric, and Chairman and CEO, NBC Universal.
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January 17th, 2007 at 8:53 am
Thanks for the plug! I work for Autism Speaks and its been great to see how much publicity our pins have gotten.
Thanks!!!
January 17th, 2007 at 9:07 am
Of course! Happy to help!
January 17th, 2007 at 9:40 am
Perhaps NBC employees were obliged to participate, but were stars from any other networks sporting the pins?
January 17th, 2007 at 12:39 pm
About time Hollywood gets into the act. 1 child in 166 NOW has Autism! It is NOT going away! I just finished working for 2 consecutive years in a row with Kindergarteners with Autism–VERY challenging!
January 17th, 2007 at 1:23 pm
Thanks for pointing that out, I’m hoping that everyone’s interest will be piqued. Any chance you could display a bigger picture of it too? [please] [technically challenged person]
Best wishes
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