The inaugural Ladies Luncheon, hosted by CureDuchenne at the breathtaking Shady Canyon Golf Club, was a dazzling success. This enchanting garden party brought together key supporters, advocates, and influencers for a chic afternoon that raised awareness for Duchenne muscular dystrophy. View photos here.
With Bree Cox-Kennedy as emcee, the event featured a mesmerizing fashion presentation, spotlighting Monique Lhuillier’s Fall 2024 Collection and elegant men’s fashion from Hugo Boss for Saks Fifth Avenue, generously produced and underwritten by South Coast Plaza.
Throughout the afternoon, attendees were moved by inspiring presentations from Laura Hameed, Executive Director, and Dr. Michael Kelly, Chief Scientific Officer, who shared CureDuchenne’s incredible progress over the past 22 years.
In addition, guest had the privilege of hearing from Hawken Miller, son of CureDuchenne founders Debra and Paul Miller who shared his personal journey living with Duchenne, and Karyn Blosil, a local mother of four, shared her family’s heartbreak and determination after her five-year-old son, Rocco, was diagnosed with Duchenne earlier this year. She expressed deep gratitude to CureDuchenne for providing hope and support, while emphasizing the urgent need for treatments to stop the disease’s progression.
Their words highlighted the urgency of driving innovation and breakthroughs for the thousands still waiting for a cure, reminding all present of the life-changing impact their support can make.
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