![]() ![]() “She’d say, ‘Listen, these are our neighbors. “My mom would go back home to Beverly Hills and bring people from there to Watts,” recalls Nicole. PREVIOUSLY: When Nicole Avant and her brother Alex were growing up, they watched their late mother, Jacqueline, devote her time and efforts to various charities and underserved communities - especially focusing on children and the Watts/Willowbrook neighborhood in South Los Angeles. (Photo by Phillip Faraone/Getty Images for The Jacqueline Avant Children and Family Center) Getty Images for The Jacqueline Mitchell attend the official unveiling of The Jacqueline Avant Children and Family Center on Apin Los Angeles, California. Tony Sarandos, Nicole Avant, Ted Sarandos, Clarence Avant, Alex Avant, and Holly J. Spotted among the family and guests at the ceremony and reception were Clarence and son Alex, Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos, Sony Music Publishing chairman/CEO Jon Platt, film and TV producer/Motown legend Suzanne de Passe, A&M Records co-founder Jerry Moss, producer Jimmy Jam, artist manager Benny Medina and music executives Phil Quartararo and Antonio “L.A.” Reid. “I know she’s smiling down now,” noted Nicole, who then asked everyone, on the count of three, to please say in unison “Thank you, Jackie.” Speaking on behalf of the family, Jacqueline’s daughter Nicole Avant thanked the center’s supporters including the MLK Health and Wellness Community Development Corporation. His message said in part, “I have no doubt that every time a child walks through these doors, the spirit of Jackie will be giving them a comforting hug … You may never know the magnitude of your contributions, but I can assure you that its impact on the health and wellness of the children of this community will be felt for generations to come.” He was unable to attend owing to a last-minute schedule change. Mitchell, Second District who also read a note from close Avant family friend Earvin “Magic” Johnson. Welcoming those in attendance was Los Angeles County Supervisor Holly J. ft facility located in South Los Angeles’ Watts/Willowbrook community. The County of Los Angeles invested $55 million to build the 50,000 sq. If you believe that any review contained on our site infringes upon your copyright, please email us.UPDATE: More than 100 special guests joined the Clarence Avant family at the name unveiling and dedication ceremony for the Jacqueline Avant Children & Family Center this morning (4/28). All submitted reviews become the licensed property of Sheet Music Plus and are subject to all laws pertaining thereto.If you have any suggestions or comments on the guidelines, please email us. ![]() We cannot post your review if it violates these guidelines.Avoid disclosing contact information (email addresses, phone numbers, etc.), or including URLs, time-sensitive material or alternative ordering information.Please do not use inappropriate language, including profanity, vulgarity, or obscenity. Be respectful of artists, readers, and your fellow reviewers.Feel free to recommend similar pieces if you liked this piece, or alternatives if you didn't.Are you a beginner who started playing last month? Do you usually like this style of music? Consider writing about your experience and musical tastes. ![]() Do you like the artist? Is the transcription accurate? Is it a good teaching tool?
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