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Celebrities Attend Fashion Show for Down Syndrome Foundation

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Singer Justin Timberlake attended a fashion show in Denver with his niece.

The event was the 19th annual 'Be Beautiful, Be Yourself' Fashion Show.

It is organized by the Global Down Syndrome Foundation, a charity that supports people with Down syndrome.

Actress Viola Davis also attended the event, along with other famous guests.

The foundation hosts this fashion show every year to raise awareness.

Celebrities from Hollywood and the world of sports came together for the cause.

The show celebrates people with Down syndrome and their families.

Guests dressed in stylish clothing for the special occasion.

Fashion shows like this one often help raise money for charity.

The event has become a popular yearly tradition in Denver.

Many stars choose to support causes that matter to them personally.

This particular event focuses on awareness and inclusion for people with Down syndrome.

The 'Be Beautiful, Be Yourself' show has run for nearly two decades.

It brings together Hollywood and sports figures for a good cause.

Family members, including children, often take part alongside their famous relatives.

The foundation continues its work to support the Down syndrome community.

Vocabulary10 words

Global Down Syndrome Foundation
a group that helps people with Down syndrome
charity
a group that helps people without asking for money back
celebrities
very famous people, like actors or singers
awareness
when more people know about something important
inclusion
making sure everyone feels welcome and included
Hollywood
the center of the American movie industry
annual
happening once every year
tradition
something done the same way for a long time
occasion
a special event or moment
attend
to go to an event

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1. Which charity organized the fashion show?
2. How many years has the fashion show been happening?
3. Which actress also attended the event?

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Singer Justin Timberlake attended a fashion show in Denver with his _____.

The event was the 19th annual 'Be Beautiful, Be Yourself' Fashion _____.

It is organized by the Global Down Syndrome _____, a charity that supports people with Down syndrome.

Actress Viola Davis also attended the event, along with other famous _____.

The foundation hosts this fashion show every year to raise _____.

Celebrities from Hollywood and the world of sports came together for the _____.

The show celebrates people with Down syndrome and their _____.

Fashion shows like this one often help raise _____ for charity.

The event has become a popular yearly _____ in Denver.

This particular event focuses on awareness and _____ for people with Down syndrome.

Discussion questions

  1. Why do you think celebrities attend charity events like this fashion show?
  2. How can fashion shows help raise awareness for important causes?
  3. Do you think bringing family members to events like this is meaningful? Why?
  4. What other ways can famous people support charities besides attending events?

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