Academy Award-nominated actress Sharon Stone headlined the Red Dress Collection Concert, marking the start of American Heart Month and drawing attention to the ongoing battle against cardiovascular disease. The event, hosted at Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York City, featured musical performances, personal stories, and a runway showcasing celebrities in red ensembles.
Stone, a stroke survivor, opened the evening by sharing her personal connection to cardiovascular disease and family history. The concert featured performances by musicians Sara Bareilles and Suki Waterhouse, who entertained the audience while supporting the Go Red for Women movement.
The American Heart Association's recent 2025 Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics Update underscores the event's significance, revealing that cardiovascular diseases continue to claim more lives in the United States than all forms of cancer and accidental deaths combined. The concert serves as a powerful platform to raise awareness and promote women's heart health.
A diverse lineup of celebrities, including Miss America 2025 Abbie Stockard, actress Abigail Spencer, and country star Carly Pearce, walked the runway in red designer outfits. During the event, the organization's CEO Nancy Brown presented the Woman Changing the World award to philanthropist Sarah 'Sally' Ross Soter for her decades-long commitment to women's health initiatives.
The Red Dress Collection Concert builds on a two-decade tradition of highlighting heart disease awareness, challenging women to understand their personal risk and take proactive steps toward heart health. By combining entertainment, fashion, and critical health messaging, the event aims to inspire women to prioritize their cardiovascular well-being.
