Andre Agassi and a superstar lineup of entertainers took the stage Saturday evening at the seventh Grand Slam for Children concert fundraiser to benefit at-risk youth organizations in Southern Nevada.
The Andre Agassi Charitable Foundation (AACF) raised $5.6 million during the weekend benefit, which featured a black-tie VIP dinner, live auction and sold-out concert.
More than 6,500 fans crowded the MGM Grand Garden Arena Saturday night to see Babyface, Sir Elton John, India Arie, Martina McBride, Dennis Miller, Carlos Santana, Robin Williams and surprise appearances by comedian Jamie Foxx and singer and musician Rod Stewart. Grammy Award-winning producer David Foster served as the musical coordinator for the seventh year.
“Each year I’m amazed and delighted by the level of support that the Grand Slam for Children receives from the Las Vegas community and the entertainment industry,” Agassi said. “Each performer put on a great show for our audience, and I want to personally thank them all for graciously providing their time and talent to the Grand Slam for Children. “It is satisfying to know that the money we raised tonight will directly benefit those children who require our immediate assistance,” he said.
Rod sang ‘Maggie May’, ‘Have I Told You Lately’ and reappeared later to perform a duet with Sir Elton John singing ‘Your Song’.