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As we’ve noted, Tom will be honored June 18 by the Songwriters Hall of Fame at the New York Marriott Marquis. That is not the only honor for him this month. The Friars Club hosted a testimonial for Tom in 1970 (1970 photo of Tom at right) and over the years he has attended many of these events, including one for George Raft (left). Well, again, on Tuesday, June 16, at the elegant Manhattan restaurant Cipriani the Friars will honor Tom, along with Natalie Cole and CBS President Leslie Moonves with Lifetime Achievement Awards. By the way, the Dean (President) of the Friars is now Freddie Roman. Remember him, North American fans?
The evening, as you can read in the official press release below, benefits the Friars Foundation, which serves to support the arts. The event is open to members only and tickets are prices at $600. If anyone is interested in buying a table (10 tickets) please let me know ASAP. (They made an exception and extended the same privilege to Manilow fans when he was honored, too.) Meanwhile, you can contribute — any amount welcome —by sending a check to the:
Friars Foundation If you do donate, be sure to mark it “In honor of Sir Tom Jones.” |
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