Dionne Warwick will headline the National Pride Gala on June 4, performing her iconic song "That's What Friends Are For" at a time of heightened political attacks on LGBTQ+ rights. The event, part of the WorldPride celebrations in Washington, D.C., emphasizes the importance of solidarity and visibility in the ongoing fight for equality. Originally recorded during the AIDS crisis, Warwick's song represents enduring values of love and allyship. The gala will also honor Eugene Levy and feature Bianca Del Rio as emcee, underscoring the significance of queer representation and cultural shifts in today's society.
"Originally released to raise awareness and support during the height of the AIDS crisis, the song remains a powerful symbol of love, friendship, and allyship in the face of adversity - values that continue to guide our movement today."
"Now, four decades later, she'll sing it again in a political moment charged with echoes of that past - a time when solidarity, visibility, and public defiance remain urgent."
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