Bob Saget is still helping raise funds for a cause near and dear to his heart, even after death … the annual fundraiser he hosted is back with the help of his famous friends.
The late Full House star was a tireless advocate and fundraiser for the Scleroderma Research Foundation, hosting their signature event for 30 years … but now that he’s gone, the comedy show is turning into a special tribute to Bob.
SRF tells TMZ that a trio of Bob’s famous friends are the new hosts of Cool Comedy • Hot Kitchen … with Jeff Ross, John Mayer and Jimmy Kimmel taking over from Bob.
The fundraiser, which costs at least $500 to attend, will honor Bob and feature comedy sets from Nikki Glaser, Regina Hall, Howie Mandel, Joel McHale, Kevin Nealon and John Stamos, just to name a few.
Under Bob’s direction, the annual show has raised more than $25 million for vital research to find a cure for scleroderma, a group of rare diseases that involve hardening of the skin and connective tissue.
Bob’s sister, Gay, died of the disease in 1994 when he was just 47 years old, and he has been involved with SRF through “Cool Comedy • Hot Cuisine” since 1991 as a contestant, performer, organizer and producer.
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Remember…Jeff and John were very close to Bob, even driving through Los Angeles traffic to pick up Saget’s car from the airport, their way of remembering their late friend.
In addition to chairing SRF’s major event, Bob has also taken time over the years to reach out to families affected by the disease to offer comfort and support.
The event will take place on September 21st at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel… and Jeff says that Bob’s show must go on until they find a cure.
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