STARS KICK IN CASH FOR OBAMA'S INAUGURATION

Last updated: Saturday, December 20, 2008

STARS KICK IN CASH FOR OBAMA'S INAUGURATION

SHARON STONE, HALLE BERRY and JAMIE FOXX are among a list of politically-minded stars who've donated thousands of dollars to fund U.S. President-elect BARACK OBAMA's upcoming inauguration into the White House.

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Obama secured a long line of A-list supporters during his run for office, and is set to be sworn in during a history-making ceremony in Washington, D.C. on 20 January (08).

But the event, which will feature several black-tie balls and could draw up to five million people, will require a hefty bankroll - and the star supporters have already coughed up mounds of cash.

Stone, Berry and Foxx have donated $50,000 (GBP33,330) each to the celebration, reports the New York Post.

The donation has secured the trio four tickets to the event.

The parade and swearing-in ceremonies are paid for by the government; incoming presidents traditionally rely on private funds to supplement the budget and host parties.

Source: WENN

| Saturday, December 20, 2008

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