Thursday, September 22, 2011

Obama Hollywood Fundraising Event Sets Entertainers

Four years ago, Barack Obama and his Hollywood donors were serenaded by superstar Stevie Wonder on the lawn of Oprah Winfrey's Montecito estate.our editor recommendsPresident Obamas Marthas Vineyard Vacation Spot Put up for Sale (Exclusive)President Obama Sets Two Hollywood Fundraisers (Exclusive)President Obama's Jobs Speech: What Hollywood, Viewers Are SayingNeil Patrick Harris' Slip-Up With President Obama (VIDEO)Aretha Franklin Talks Odds On Halle Berry Biopic Casting, Obama Second Term But when President Obama comes to Los Angeles on Monday for two fundraisers, the faithful gathering at the House of Blues will have to content themselveswith musical selections by rapper and singer-songwriter B.o.B., Adam 12and the Gay Men's Chorus of Los Angeles -- something for everyone perhaps, but not exactly top-of-the-marquee material. The event will be MC'ed by Jesse Tyler Ferguson of Modern Family. PHOTOS: Actors Who've Played Politicians The House of Blues line up is further indication that whileHollywood's upper strata -- measured by income and star wattage -- may ultimately rally behind the president, there is little enthusiasm for the man now. "Maybe Stevie was busy?" offered Hollywood politico and publicistHoward Bragman. "For me, it's a non-issue. I think Obama is going to get all the talent he needs as he gets closer to the election. As soon as one of those Republicans gains in the polls, we'll have all the enthusiasm we need." STORY: Disappointed Hollywood Giving Obama Cold Shoulder Apart from the House of Blues event, where will tickets will run from $250 to $10,000, the president also will dine at Fig & Olive in West Hollywood. The high rollers at that event will pony up $35,800 percouple. Whatever Obama has to say, look for the local Los Angeles news stories to focus on snarled traffic. Only CalTrans has created more Westside SigAlerts than the president. Email: TinaDaunt@gmail.com Related Topics Barack Obama B.o.B.

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