Actor Michael Jai White To Co-Host Manchester Charity Gala

MANCHESTER, CT — Actor Michael Jai White will be co-hosting the inaugural Rose Gala benefit in Manchester, organizers announced Thursday.

The event is scheduled for April 9 at 642 Hilliard St.

White, who has starred in films such as "The Dark Knight" and "Mortal Kombat," will be co-hosting the Gala with influencer Paige Lorenze.

The black-tie, red carpet event benefits the local non-profit food bank, MACC Charities.Funds will go to MACC Charities for multiple building projects for housing needs and access to housing.

The event will also be hosted by Hollywood publicist Jane Owen and Drew Angelo of Onyx Consulting at the luxurious and chic Clerestory in the heart of Manchester. Guests will walk the red carpet, be served complimentary cocktails and canapes, enjoy a DJ and see live entertainment in the ballroom, surprise guests, and a performance by the Ballet Theatre Company of West Hartford.

Confirmed guests include actor Ian Bohen (Actor “Yellowstone”), Jay Moran (mayor of Manchester), Shari Cantor (mayor of West Hartford), Taylor Rixon (Miss Connecticut) and Daniel Wong (mayor of Bloomfield).

All guests have the opportunity to participate in the silent auction benefiting the MACC charities.

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The Rose Gala will take place onApril 9th at 642 Hilliard St, Manchester CT and Red Carpet 6-7pm. For tickets please visit here.