Screen icon Stephanie Beacham, who has just announced her Coronation Street return, will join king of the jungle Christopher Biggins and a host of stars at one of Manchester's biggest fundraising gala balls. The event will see a star performance from M-People icon Heather Small as the Michael Josephson MBE Charity Ball returns to Manchester.
Over 450 guests will gather at the Hilton Deansgate for the charity gala on Saturday November 12. A dazzling array of celebrities are also confirmed to attend, including Harry Potter star Warwick Davies, Manchester United legend Paul Scholes, Hollyoaks sirens Jen Metcalfe and Tamara Wall and ice-skating legends Jayne Torvil and Christopher Dean.
The event – which is in its fifth year – is the brainchild of philanthropist and entrepreneur Michael, who has raised a staggering £7.5m for children’s charities. Charity beneficiaries for this year’s event include Variety, The Children’s Charity, Oldham-based Mahdlo Youth Zone and The Rainbow Trust.
