Following the horrific tragedy that swept Orlando last weekend, Fan Fest has organized a one-day charity event in Orlando that will raise money for the victims and families as stars from television’s hit series show their support.
Fan Fest Orlando, which will be held on September 17 at the Orange County Convention Center, will bring stars from Arrow, The Walking Dead, The Flash, and more. The one-day event will raise money for the victims and families from the senseless tragedy at Pulse nightclub. One hundred percent of the funds will be donated.
“I grew up in Orlando, graduated from high school there, got married there, and had four of my children there,” said founder James Frazier. “Last week, my heart was broken by a senseless tragedy. I wondered, what can we do? How can we help? This September, we’re inviting our community of fans to come help us raise as much money as we can for the families that were impacted.”
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“From our actors and photograph vendor to our volunteers and the Orange County Convention Center, everyone involved has stepped up to make Fan Fest Orlando possible. Our home town needs us. We’ve always supported each other, regardless of race, orientation, or creed, and this makes that all the more clear,” said Jackie Prutsman, Orlando native and VP of Fan Fest.
Activities in Orlando include:
- Free panel sessions led by stars from some of television’s most popular shows.
- Action heroes and cosplayers roam the convention floor, making for interactive experiences attendees will never forget.
- Vendors who deal in the comic, entertainment, zombie and other genres and industries.
Fans will have the chance to interact with stars from Arrow, The Walking Dead, and The Flash. Here’s the list of confirmed attendees. More will be announced as the event gets closer:
- Stephen Amell (Arrow series, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2)
- Lauren Cohan (The Walking Dead, The Boy)
- David Ramsey (Arrow)
- Chandler Riggs (The Walking Dead)
- Emily Kinney (The Walking Dead, Arrow, Flash)
- Josh McDermitt (The Walking Dead)
- Michael Cudlitz (The Walking Dead, Band of Brothers)
- Greg Nicotero (Executive Producer & Director, The Walking Dead)
- Alanna Masteron, Christian Serratos, Lawrence Gilliard Jr., Ross Marquand, Seth Gilliam, Sonequa Green (The Walking Dead)
Be sure to check out fanfest.com/orlando for updates and new guest additions.
Fangirlish will be in attendance to bring you live coverage from the event.