The 5th Annual Legacy Ball lit up the SLS Hotel in Beverly Hills on October 25 with a night full of energy, gratitude, and familiar faces from film and TV.
Riverdale star KJ Apa presented the Mary Swanson Board of Governors Award to casting director David Rapaport, whose credits include Gossip Girl, YOU, Riverdale, and The Summer I Turned Pretty. Rapaport was celebrated for his leadership, advocacy, and longtime support of Legacy Youth Leadership’s mission to empower the next generation.
The evening also featured appearances by Katherine McNamara, Chrishell Stause, and Ronen Rubinstein, along with a packed room of Legacy’s student leaders, mentors, and supporters.
Follett Higher Education received the Vision Award for helping expand Legacy’s impact for students nationwide, while sponsors Orange Barrel Media and ANC helped bring the inspiring evening to life.
Legacy Youth Leadership founder and CEO Seth Maxwell said it best: “In a world where young people are often underestimated, Legacy Ball is our chance to celebrate the truth—students are already changing the world today. We’re thrilled to honor David Rapaport and Follett Higher Education for their unwavering commitment to young people and to showcase the incredible impact of our students. This will be Legacy’s biggest night yet.”
Over $200,000 was raised at the event that benefits Legacy’s free youth leadership and mentorship programs.
