Common Brings Glory Home to Chicago

23 Mar, 2015

Oscar Award winning actor, rapper and philathropist Common hosted his annual fundraiser to benefit his Common Ground Foundation here at home in Chicago.

See Last Years Common Ground Gala here

The elegant reception was held in the heart of downtown Chicago’s Gold Coast at Perillo Rolls-Royce Bentley dealership.  The 150 guests included Grammy Award winner John Legend, Mayor Rahm Emanuel, Chicago Bears Pro Bowler Matt Forte, Cake Boss Buddy Valasrto, Common’s mother Dr. Mahalia Hines, Joe Perillo and several of Chicago’s elite.

The guests were privy to an intimate and moving performance of the Academy Award Winning song “Glory” by Common and John Legend.

The swanky gathering went on into the night as guest danced, noshed on chef created appetizers, took selfies and most importantly raised money for a great cause.

Check Out Common’s 1st AAHH! Fest in Chicago 

Learn more about how The Common Ground Foundation is working to make today’s youth the community leaders of tomorrow.

Salute to the Common Ground Foundation for showing what Chicago really is!

Kwame Owusu 

Images Jeff Schear Visuals 

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