Bob Beitcher

Photos: Go Inside The Hollywood Museum's Mother's Day Tribute to MOTION PICTURE MOTHERS

The Hollywood Museum played host to a spectacular photo exhibit, for Mother's Day to pay homage to the matriarchs of the MOTION PICTURE MOTHERS organization and the most celebrated working moms in entertainment with loving and amusing images with their families. Check out photos from the event here!

Photo Flash: Wayne Brady Hosts Special Edition Of MPTF's 'Night Before' Event

Last night, MPTF (Motion Picture & Television Fund) hosted the 19th annual “Night Before” party, reimagined as a special virtual edition.  Hosted by Wayne Brady, the evening raised nearly $2 million, which will be used to support those in the industry who benefit from MPTF’s charitable programs and services, especially during this unprecedented time. 

Wayne Brady to Host and Perform at Virtual Edition of MPTF's Iconic 'Night Before' Event

Funds raised during the iconic evening will be used to support those in the industry who benefit from MPTF’s charitable programs and services, especially during this unprecedented time. Additional performers and special guests will be announced in the coming weeks. 

Hugh Jackman to Host MPTF's REEL STORIES, REAL LIVES Event

On Tuesday, October 20, MPTF (Motion Picture & Television Fund) will host its ninth annual “Reel Stories, Real Lives” event hosted by longtime advocate and supporter Hugh Jackman. 

Matt Bomer, Jeff Bridges, Norman Lear & More Join WE ALL PLAY OUR PART: A BENEFIT FOR MPTF

MPTF (Motion Picture & Television Fund) announced today that Matt Bomer, Jeff Bridges, Regina Hicks, Norman Lear, Joel McHale, Katelyn Ohashi, Billy Ray, and Jeff Ross will join the star-studded line-up of talent participating in 'We All Play Our Part: A Benefit for MPTF'.

Hugh Jackman, Leslie Odom, Jr., and More To Appear In 'We All Play Our Part: A Benefit for MPTF'

MPTF (Motion Picture & Television Fund) announced today that it will host a one-night-only fundraiser to benefit their COVID-19 Emergency Relief Fund, providing support for entertainment industry workers, particularly those who work behind-the-scenes across film and television, who need it most during this pandemic.

Photo Flash: Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness Lead Center Theatre Group Benefit Reading

Center Theatre Group and MPTF hosted a benefit reading of 'Kirk and Anne: Letters of Love, Laughter, and a Lifetime in Hollywood'

The Actors Fund & MPTF Team To Provide Health Insurance Counseling Services

MPTF and The Actors Fund announced today a collaboration to create Entertainment Health Insurance Solutions (EHIS), which will provide health insurance counseling services to members of the entertainment and performing arts community.  While the two organizations have worked together in supporting industry members through social services programs, EHIS is the first direct collaboration between MPTF and The Actors Fund. Health insurance specialists will be located at two Actors Fund locations, at the SAG-AFTRA Building and at I.A.T.S.E. Local 80 in Burbank, and at two MPTF locations in Woodland Hills and MPTF offices in Burbank. EHIS offers comprehensive, unbiased, one-on-one health insurance counseling, enrollment, and referrals for industry members and their families.

Will Arnett Hosts Third Annual 'Reel Stories, Real Lives' Event

The entertainment industry turned out in force last night in support of Motion Picture & Television Fund's (MPTF) third annual 'Reel Stories, Real Lives' event

Spielberg, Katzenberg & Geffen to Donate $90 Million to MPTF

In an extraordinary commitment, the three men who created DreamWorks SKG: Steven Spielberg, Jeffrey Katzenberg and David Geffen, are each donating $30 million to the MPTF Campaign as announced today by George Clooney, MPTF Board member and co-chair of the Campaign.