If you’ve been suffering from Fez withdrawal sympthoms, then get ready to rejoice. Dennis deLeon, President of the Latino Commission on AIDS, announced this week that Wilmer Valderrama and Miss Universe Dayana Mendoza will co-host Cielo Latino on May 12, 2009 at Cipriani Wall Street in New York City.
"The Latino Commission on AIDS is honored and joyful to have the talent and support of Miss Universe Dayana Mendoza and actor Wilmer Valderrama, who both hail from Venezuela, in our annual fundraising effort and our global fight against HIV/AIDS," says Dennis.
Since his days as "Fez" in "That 70's Show," Wilmer created, produced, and hosted the hit MTV show, "Yo Momma," all the way through its third season. He is now working on a new TV show, "The Emancipation of Ernesto," as well as two new films, Days of Wrath opposite Laurence Fishburne and Columbus Day with Val Kilmer.
"I am inspired by the leadership of the Latino Commission, its mission, and its tireless efforts to help the Latino community battle this disease," Wilmer explains. "It's critical to amplify our voices regarding the issues and increase our support of the organization now more than ever."
However, Wilmer clearly isn't the only Venezolano making headlines. After walking the catwalk as a model, Miss Universe Dayana Mendoza hopes to fulfill her lifelong ambition to become either an interior designer or work in the field of advertising.
"It is an honor to be a part of Cielo Latino," Dayana exclaims. "As a madrina of the Latino Commission on AIDS, I have traveled the globe hoping to educate and raise awareness about this epidemic. The support of those who participate in Cielo Latino will strengthen the message that unidos podemos!"
In addition to the celebrity co-hosts, many others, such as actors Rosie Perez and Lupe Ontiveros, honorary co-chairs of the Cielo Latino, and "America's Next Top Model's" Jaslene Gonzalez, will be present on May 12th to join the Commission in raising awareness about HIV/AIDS and help bring an end to the epidemic.
You have to give it to Wilmer. Not too many celebrities focus on working with organizations that help others in need, so make sure you find a way to attend this special event!
