Charlize Theron hosted her fourth annual Block Party benefit for the Charlize Theron Africa Outreach Project (CTAOP) on Saturday night.
The festivities, which took place on the Universal Backlot, celebrated the upcoming release of “Twisters” with the film’s stars Glen Powell and Daisy Edgar-Jones among the bold-faced names in attendance. The invitation requested cowboy-themed attire.
The evening included performances by Lainey Wilson and Tanner Adell as well as a conversation between Theron and South African activists Neo Mohajane and Miché Williams.
CTAOP, launched by Theron almost two decades ago, invests in and advances the health and safety of young people in South Africa to create a more equitable future for all. CTAOP’s approach supports community-based organizations by providing funding, building community and amplifying their voices.
“Initially, I really trusted that we were playing in the right box,” the Oscar-winner told Variety. “It’s obviously evolved over the last 17 years but I always say the why has to be personal otherwise you can’t sustain it. Anybody can do something for five years or six years. But if you want to do something that’s going to mean something to you, and even when it’s hard and it’s painful, then it has to be something that has some sort of personal connection.”
The CTAOP Block Party 2024 was sponsored by Dior, CAA, Breitling, Universal Pictures and Solyco Capital.
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Brandon Perea
Hats off to Brandon Perea at the Charlize Theron Africa Outreach Project 2024 Block Party.
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Lainey Wilson and Charlize Theron
Lainey Wilson and Charlize Theron stun at the Charlize Theron Africa Outreach Project 2024 Block Party.
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Daisy Edgar-Jones and Glen Powell
“Twisters” stars Daisy Edgar-Jones and Glen Powell arrive at the Block Party with Powell’s dog Brisket.
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Nik Dodani
Nik Dodani looks shady at the Charlize Theron Africa Outreach Project 2024 Block Party.
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Charlize Theron
Charlize Theron wears Dior.
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Lee Isaac Chung
“Twisters” director Lee Isaac Chung arrives at the Charlize Theron Africa Outreach Project 2024 Block Party.
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Denim Richards
Actor Denim Richards arrives at the Charlize Theron Africa Outreach Project 2024 Block Party.
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Katy M. O’Brian
Katy M. O’Brian strikes a pose at the Charlize Theron Africa Outreach Project (CTAOP) Block Party.
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Sasha Lane
Let’s give a hand to Sasha Lane at the Charlize Theron Africa Outreach Project (CTAOP) Block Party.
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Cassie DiLaura
“Entertainment Tonight” correspondent Cassie DiLaura attends the Charlize Theron Africa Outreach Project (CTAOP) Block Party.
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Dexter Darden
“Saved by the Bell” actor Dexter Darden at the Charlize Theron Africa Outreach Project (CTAOP) Block Party.
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Lee Isaac Chung, Glen Powell, Daisy Edgar-Jones, Charlize Theron and Patrick Crowley
Lee Isaac Chung, Glen Powell, Daisy Edgar-Jones, Charlize Theron and Patrick Crowley attend Charlize Theron’s Africa Outreach Project (CTAOP) Block Party.
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Tanner Adell
Tanner Adell poses at the Charlize Theron Africa Outreach Project 2024 Block Party.
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Amanda Righetti
Actor Amanda Righetti arrives at the Charlize Theron Africa Outreach Project 2024 Block Party.
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Ashley J. Sandberg and Lee Isaac Chung
“Twisters” producer Ashley J. Sandberg and director Lee Isaac Chung at the Charlize Theron Africa Outreach Project 2024 Block Party.
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Tunde Adebimpe
Tunde Adebimpe arrives at the Charlize Theron Africa Outreach Project 2024 Block Party.
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Lesley-Ann Brandt, Thuso Mbedu and Noxolo Dlamini
Lesley-Ann Brandt, Thuso Mbedu and Noxolo Dlamini look glam at the Charlize Theron Africa Outreach Project 2024 Block Party.
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Sasha Pieterse
“Pretty Little Liars” star Sasha Pieterse at the Charlize Theron Africa Outreach Project 2024 Block Party.
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Jeannie Mai
Jeannie Mai and her boots were made for walkin’ the red carpet at the Charlize Theron Africa Outreach Project 2024 Block Party.