Celebrities Galore! Presenter Whoopi Goldberg and Neil Patrick Harris attend the GBK, MEND & Bodywell's Pre-Academy Awards Luxury Lounge

Celebrities Galore! Presenter Whoopi Goldberg and Neil Patrick Harris attend the GBK, MEND & Bodywell's Pre-Academy Awards Luxury Lounge, Presented by KC Chic Designs & Partnered with Americares by Rachel Ganz/ Staff Writer

Whoopi Goldberg, known for her diverse career as an actress, comedian, television host and humanitarian and

Neil Patrick Harris, actor, singer, writer, producer and television host (star of "How I Met Your Mother)– came out to help celebrate the biggest night in Hollywood, with many other celebrities and esteemed guests

On Friday, February 28, 2025, and Saturday, March 1, 2025, the GBK, MEND & Bodywell's Pre-Academy Awards Luxury Lounge, Presented by KC Chic, Benefitting the Fire Victims and Americares , was held at the elegant Lounge on the 2nd Floor Garden, Beverly Wilshire Hotel,9500 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90212.

These extraordinary stars and distinguished guests in Hollywood, received over $40,000 in luxury gifts and trips while the celebrities were given the opportunity to participate in a "Giving Suite" Giving to assist the victims of the Los Angeles fires!

Tara-Jane Flyn , Gavin Keilly ( CEO of GBK brand ) Whoopi Goldberg and Gavin Keilly 's daughter Morgan Keilly

It was amazing that," Whoopi Goldberg" hung out for an hour and a half greeting and chatting with every person in the lounge. She is very down to earth , witty and charming

Whoopi Goldberg an award-winning actress comedian radio host and television personality is one of the only 10 people to win an Emmy and Grammy and Oscar and Antonio award and is the first woman to be honored with the prestigious marked train prize for American humor. She has written three books and is a big contributor to many charitable organizations and is a UNICEF International Goodwill Ambassador!

Stars such as Michael McDonald, George Wallace, Adrian Martinez, Necar Zadagen, Armin Amiri, Kate Flannery, Tom Sandoval, Monet X Change, Lance Bass, Jackie Tohn, Tia Carrere, MC Lyte, Paul Ben-Victor and more, mingled with Oscar Winner (and 2025 presenter) Whoopi Goldberg, former Oscar Host Neil Patrick Harris and current Oscar Nominees Adam Elliott and Kim A. Snyder

All the invited guests were excited to receive gifts from Bodywell ,pioneering American biotech company dedicated to enhancing well-being through cutting-edge technology whose solutions are designed to interact with the body, helping mitigate the potential effects of electromagnetic radiation without interfering with the functionality of the devices or the connectivity they provide. MEND was gifting their luxury skin care that harnesses the power of stem cells and gold nanoparticles to transcend the boundaries of traditional skincare. Better U gifted wellness therapies that use innovative, evidence-based therapies that enhance brain function, performance, and longevity. GE Lighting, a Savant Company, provided LED+ lighting with unique features like a built-in speaker, battery backup, and adaptive light sensing. The guests loved their gifts by KC Chic Designs Jewelry which is female, and minority owned. 5TH WHEEL, a subsidiary of INVANTI, was gifting eco-friendly electric scooters and e-bikes focused on safety, sustainability, and comfort.

Additional items presented to the guests at the lounge included trips to Aspen with The Little Nell, Turks & Caicos with Sailrock Resorts, and Fiji through Raiwasa Villa, wine and spirits such as Shafer Vineyards & Geneba Tequila, gourmet food by California Caviar Company, Jam Vino by Chef Lorious' wine infused jams, and Ike's Love and Sandwiches. The guests were thrilled with fashion products such as Popilush shapewear & Fashion Designer Shari Henry fashions, home, wellness, and self-improvement items such as Milena Los Angeles vegan candles, Pretty Pout lip butters and plumping oils, Rest cooling bedding, Richard Greene Public Speaking BBC Maestro public speaking courses, Speech Fox dialect coaching, and Neurovalens wearable nanotechnology for health and wellness. E! Founder Larry Namer was signing his best-selling book "Off Script." Music was provided by Aaron Colbert Entertainment DJ services; SIMS Blooms provided the flowers for the media wall.

At this year's lounge, GBK was honored to announce a meaningful partnership with Americares.

In addition to the luxury experience, celebrities had the unique opportunity to fulfill emergency kits on-site that will be distributed to individuals affected by the recent devastation of the LA wildfires. Together, GBK Brand Bar and Americares aim to bring relief and support to those in need. 

Americares is a health-focused relief and development organization that helps people and communities around the world access health in times of disaster and every day. Each year, Americares reaches 85 countries on average, including the United States, with life-changing health programs, medicine, medical supplies and emergency aid. Americares is one of the world's leading nonprofit providers of donated medicine and medical supplies.

For more information, visit: americares.org

About GBK

Today's best brands align themselves with GBK's celebrity events to get their products into the hands of some the most recognizable names in the entertainment industry. GBK has taken part in high profile events and pre-parties prior to the Academy Awards, Emmys, Golden Globes, Grammys, MTV Movie Awards, Teen Choice Awards, BET Awards, Sundance Film Festival, New York Food & Wine, Miami Beach Art Basel, Cannes Film Festival, Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, as well as celebrity golf tournaments, numerous charities and galas.

Gavin Keilly, a Visionary and CEO, started GBK in 2001, after wanting to make a shift from a career in Financial Services, chose to work in the nonprofit sector, helping organizations grow while using the power of celebrities to build awareness and funds while working with the celebrities. Gavin realized that he could also help brands grow by creating win wins.

Gavin Keilly, referred to as the "Gift Bag King" by the LA Times, has helped over 50 charities, giving them enormous exposure, and raising over $10 Million.

Gavin Keilly, recently received a Humanitarian Award for his cutting-edge ways helping so many in need. For more information, visit: gbkbrandbar.com