Celebrities and entertainment industry VIPs are arriving at the trendy Andaz Hotel in West Hollywood to ‘Get Lucky for Lupus’, a poker tournament and party benefiting Lupus LA. Designed to raise money and increase lupus awareness, this event promises to be an evening of tasty food, adult beverages and, of course, some serious poker.
 

Corey Feldman

Melissa Joan Hart

Red carpet arrivals in the hotel lobby have produced such familiar faces as actors Lou Diamond Phillips and Melissa Joan Hart, actor/comedian Marlon Wayans, and Sanjaya Malakar of American Idol fame. Hunky, handsome Jesse Metcalfe is here and, if you’re a fan of Heroes, you’ll recognize James Kyson Lee who plays ‘Ando Masahashi’ on the hit series.
 

Shante "Boss Lady" Broadus, Wife of Snoop Dogg

James Kyson Lee

Jayde Nicole, Playboy Playmate of the Year 2008

Marlon Wayans

Following arrivals, it’s off to the panoramic banquet hall on the top floor of the hotel, already buzzing with activity. Celebrities are mingling with event guests and positioning themselves at the poker tables where the real action will take place. Not all the celebrities are here to play, however. Watching from the sidelines are Shante Broadus (wife of Snoop Dogg) and Jerry ‘The Beaver’ Mathers from the classic TV sitcom Leave It To Beaver. Mathers tells me he’s more of a watcher than a player when it comes to poker.
 

Jerry Mathers

James Kyson Lee and Alan Ritchson

Lou Diamond Phillips

Jesse Metcalfe

In addition to tonight’s poker fest, there is a silent and live auction featuring some truly unique items. As I scan the room, I see guitars, priceless photos, and valuable sports memorabilia. Guests have an opportunity to get a great deal while, at the same time, they help support a worthwhile cause. Judging from the enthusiastic bidding, this auction will be a win-win situation!
 

Unique Silent Auction Items Attract Attention

Sweet tooth? A colorful dessert station awaits!

While this event definitely provides an evening of star-studded fun, we must remember why we are here. Lupus is one of our country's most prevalent medical problems and it is on the rise. This well-organized bash will undoubtedly heighten awareness of the disease in an entertaining and memorable way.

For additional information and to donate: http://www.lupusla.org