Below is the opening scene from Comic Relief with Whoopie Goldberg, Billy Crystal and Robin Williams. Even though Whoopie was not physically present, she had put ALOT of time and love into this project and found a creative way to “be” there.
The opening act was Elaine Boosler who after many unsuccessful waitressing jobs, worked as doorman at The Improvisation comedy club in New York for 2.5 years. While working there, she met comedian Andy Kaufman, a regular at the club, who convinced her she should do standup comedy. They remained close friends until Kaufman’s death. She later went on to PRODUCE many respected comedy shows on cable television, entertained dignitaries and became involved in liberal politics.
A beautiful moment in media history happened when a powerful media company chose to do something unprecedented that was very heartfelt. HBO used their media power to help the weakest people in our society, the homeless. ~ They gave a social voice and helped vulnerable people regain some dignity and respect. ~ Thank you!
With hearts full of love and many years of hard work, Whoopie Goldberg, Billy Crystal and Robin Williams hosted many fundraising events for the homeless. Much of what we are sharing with Comic Relief hasn’t been seen in 20 years and this is a great legacy to echo.
WORDS AND IDEAS CAN CHANGE THE WORLD!
About the project: Instead of “liking” Robin and all that he stood for, you are being invited to be Robin for someone else. Let’s echo an immense legacy and fill the world with MORE love.
Let’s rise to the occasion and show that all the love Robin has given to us mattered in imagining and creating a better world for us all.
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