The Breast Cancer Foundation is thrilled to announce that Grammy Award-winning artist Shaggy will be the guest performer at this year’s 15th Anniversary Breast Cancer Gala. The gala, a cornerstone of the community’s fundraising efforts for breast cancer awareness, early detection and support, will take place on October 5, 2024, at the prestigious Ritz Carlton Grand Cayman.
Renowned for his international hits and magnetic stage presence, Shaggy is set to deliver a memorable performance that attendees will not want to miss. The evening promises to be an exciting blend of entertainment, philanthropy, and celebration, all in support of a cause that touches countless lives.
“We are absolutely delighted to welcome Shaggy as our headline performer for this milestone anniversary,” said Beverly Edgington, Chief Administrator of the Breast Cancer Gala. “His involvement will undoubtedly elevate the evening, bringing joy and hope to our community as we unite to support breast cancer awareness and support. This year’s gala is not just a celebration of our achievements but a reaffirmation of our commitment to making a difference.”
The Breast Cancer Gala has grown over the years, drawing hundreds of supporters and raising significant funds for breast cancer detection and support services in the Cayman Islands. The 15th anniversary event aims to build on this success, with a spectacular evening of dining, entertainment, and celebrations of hope and resilience.
Tickets for the Breast Cancer Gala are completely sold out however you can still support by donating to the Gala by means of a prize for the auction or volunteering on the night.
For more information, please contact: Beverly Edgington, Chief Administrator, , www.breastcancerfoundation.ky
About the Breast Cancer Gala:
The Breast Cancer Gala is an annual event dedicated to raising awareness and funds for The Breast Cancer Foundations breast cancer support services, early detection and wellness programs. Over the past 15 years, it has become a significant force in the fight against breast cancer, supporting countless individuals and their families through community-driven initiatives.
About Shaggy:
Born Orville Richard Burrell and raised in Kingston, Jamaica, Shaggy got his start as an MC in New York City’s burgeoning dancehall scene soon after moving to Brooklyn in his teens. Not long after serving four years in the U.S. Marines (including two tours of duty in the Middle East as part of Operation Desert Storm), he inked his first record deal and quickly scored a global crossover smash with “Oh Carolina.” As the only diamond-selling dancehall artist in music history, Shaggy has sold more than 4 million albums to date, in addition to landing eight singles on the Billboard Hot 100 and seven albums on the Billboard 200 (including four in the top 40). He is among the top 3 streamed reggae artists of all time on Spotify (along with Bob Marley and Sean Paul)
Not only a multi-award-winning songwriter and hitmaker, Shaggy has also long used his platform to strengthen his community and homeland. In 2009, he established the Shaggy Make a Difference Foundation and organized the first of many, Shaggy & Friends benefit concerts, which to date have raised millions for the Bustamante Children’s Hospital (the Caribbean’s only English-speaking children’s hospital, located in Kingston). “I always try to bring the fun when I’m performing, and keep everything very lighthearted and joyous,” says Shaggy. “I think my purpose and my job is to bring joy to as many people as I can, and I want that to resonate within all of the music that I create.”