Guest host John Stamos headlined Make-a-wish Illinois’s annual black-tie benefit at Navy Pier. Presented by Paul and Joan Rubschlager, the gala garnered $2.4 million for the charity and featured silent and live auctions, a raffle, and a musical performance by Stamos, as well as a pre-event sponsor reception emceed by WGN-TV’S Dina Bair.
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John Stamos with Joan and Paul Rubschlager
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