Princess Yasmin Aga Khan held the first Rita Hayworth Gala in 1985 to honor her mother, actress Rita Hayworth, who died as a result of Alzheimer's disease. The event has grown into a premier social series, hosted in three cities nationwide: Chicago, New York and the newly added Dallas.
The Rita Hayworth Galas have raised a combined $52 million for the Alzheimer's Association's research, support and care efforts. These funds, combined with other donations, have helped the Association raise more than $220 million since 1984.
Hilton Chicago
Saturday, May 9, 2009
Held annually on Mother's Day weekend, the Chicago Rita Hayworth Gala celebrates and honors medical research and programs in the treatment, prevention and cure of Alzheimer's disease.
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The Waldorf Astoria, New York
Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2009
The New York Rita Hayworth Gala is the highlight of the fall social season for Manhattan's elite. Chaired by Princess Yasmin Aga Khan, this event brings together prominent business, celebrity and social leaders. Held each year at the world renowned Waldorf=Astoria, this black-tie event is filled with dinner, dancing and headline entertainment. Since its inception, the New York Rita Hayworth Galas have raised more than $30 million.
The Ritz Carlton, Dallas
Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009
For the first time in 20 years, the Alzheimer's Association will launch a new Rita Hayworth Gala event. Built on its strong foundation with the New York and Chicago Rita Hayworth Galas, Dallas is sure to be a night full of glamour, dinner and dancing. The Dallas Rita Hayworth Gala plans to attract prominent business, celebrity and social leaders and add its own southern twist to the Rita Hayworth brand.
