Stars gather to help MPTF

LOS ANGELES, May 2 (UPI) -- More than 600 celebrities gathered on the 20th Century Fox lot in Los Angeles to raise funds for the Motion Picture and Television Fund, organizers said.

Actor Hugh Jackman anchored the festivities, which raised just over $1 million for the MPTF Saturday night, the MPTF said in a news release.

The theme of the fifth annual event was "A Fine Romance," which spotlighted the relationship between Hollywood and Broadway.

"Dreamgirls" producer Laurence Mark and "Milk" producer Dan Jinks handled the production duties while "Hairspray's" Adam Shankman directed.

Among the many performances were Katie Holmes singing "Whatever Lola Wants," Melina Kanakaredes singing "Gimme Gimme," Patti LuPone performing "Don't Cry for Me, Argentina" and "Everything's Coming Up Roses" and Shirley MacLaine and Hector Elizondo teaming up for "I Remember It Well."

The MPTF provides a variety of services ranging from healthcare to childcare, senior services and financial support for entertainment industry professionals.