The Princess Grace Awards Gala 2008 In the Presence of H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco

NEW YORK-WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2008, Cipriani 42nd Street, New York City, NY: The Princess Grace Awards Gala 2008, held in the Presence of H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco (see also: Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation) celebrated the 2008 Princess Grace Award Winners and honored Actress Glenn Close with The Prince Rainier III Award. 32 Awards were presented to emerging artists in theater, dance and film, as well as two Princess Grace Statue Awards to artists who have previously won Awards and have shown achievement and growth in their respective fields. Every year, the Princess Grace Foundation-USA (PGF-USA) proudly awards these prizes at its annual gala to support its mission of providing crucial support to emerging artists in America. Entertainment for the evening included a performance by Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings and dancing to DJ Tom Finn. Co-chairs for the gala were Noelle and Dick Wolf, Emmy Award winning writer/producer of the Law & Order drama series and Dolly Lenz, distinguished broker from Prudential Douglas Elliman. PHOTO CREDIT: Copyright © 2008 Manhattan Society.com by Gregory Partanio |tel:718.614.7740 | e-mail: PrinceGregory@manhattansociety.com