Night of Too Many Stars
biannual funding telethon for autism
Night of Too Many Stars is a fundraising telethon for autism. It has been held every two or three years since 2003. The event was founded by Robert Smigel after learning that his son was diagnosed with autism. Comedian Jon Stewart often hosts the show.
Events
2012
The 2012 event aired on October 21, 2012 on Comedy Central and was held at the Beacon Theatre in New York City.
Auctions included:
Seth Rogen auctioned off being able to use the restroom next to him.
Jodi DiPiazza performed a duet with Katy Perry
Louis C.K. auctioned off the ability to have your Christmas card or Hanukkah card picture taken with Al Pacino. C.K. ended up taking a Christmas photo with Stewart and Pacino.
Bill Burr performed some stand-up comedy.
Jon Stewart introduced friend and frequent sparring partner conservative Bill O'Reilly of FOX News, and liberal Chris Matthews of MSNBC's Hardball who agreed to have a debate onstage with the catch being they had to inhale helium balloons before answering each question.
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