May 4, 2017

Cynthia Germanotta to be Honored at the World OutGames'

Cynthia Germanotta to be Honored at the 'World OutGames'

Lady Gaga has more than a hundred million reasons to celebrate, not only for her successful career and unique performances like the Super Bowl Halftime show and the most recently headlining set at Coachella this past April but also, her mom. Cynthia Germanotta will be honored at the World OutGames later this month.

The Born This Way Foundation co-founder and the 63-year-old woman who works hard to build kinder communities by improving mental health and creating more positive environments will be recognized with the Champion Award, presented by the University of Miami Health System on May 27th at The Fillmore Miami Beach, 1700 Washington Ave.

“I am honored to accept this award as a symbol of the progress we are making towards our goal of building a kinder and braver world.We share the World OutGames Miami’s spirit of inclusiveness and the belief that communities will be strongest when we embrace each other’s differences and celebrate what makes each of us unique,” she added.

Ivan Cano, CEO of World OutGames Miami, said: “World OutGames is honored to present Cynthia with the Champion Award for her amazing work done through Born This Way Foundation. This award recognition signifies our overall mission to foster unity and inclusiveness and it sends a strong message as the kick-off to this historic sports, culture and human rights event.”

The event will feature dance music legend Kristine W, American Idol singer David Hernandez, Latin musician Tito Puente Jr. as well as athletes, participants, thought leaders and spectators from as many as 59 countries worldwide.