Charlotte McKinney was among the high-profile people to attend the 25th Annual Best Buddies Miami Gala, which paid tribute to NFL legend Tom Brady, at Ice Palace Film Studios in Miami on Friday night.
The model and actress turned more than a few heads when she made her grand arrival in a plunging LBD that left little to the imagination.
The sexy but still elegant number showcased her ample cleavage while also hugging her toned figure in all the right ways.
The Orlando, Florida native, 30, who first gained widespread recognition by starring in a Carl’s Jr. commercial that aired during during Super Bowl XLIX in 2015, also got a lift with a pair of black open-toe heels.
Rounding out her overall look, McKinney had her long blonde locks pulled up into a bun with the exception of the strands of hair she left dangling around the frame of her face.
Revealing: Charlotte McKinney, 30, showed off her fab figure in a plunging little black dress at the 25th Annual Best Buddies Miami Gala at Ice Palace Film Studios in Miami, Florida
Along with special honoree Tom Brady, the gala came complete with a dinner, silent auction and a performance by singer and rapper Nelly, was held at Ice Palace Studios in Miami, Florida on Friday.
During the ceremony, legendary NFL quarterback received the Spirit Of Leadership Award, which is ‘the highest Best Buddies accolade presented to distinguished luminaries who have shown great leadership, generosity, and spirit in supporting the organization’s mission, according to the organization’s website.
Brady, who serves as a Best Buddies global ambassador, began his work with the organization back when he played for the New England Patriots, and it continues now in retirement after playing three seasons with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Founded in 1989 by Anthony Kennedy Shriver, Best Buddies International is a non-profit ‘dedicated to establishing a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, and inclusive living for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).’
The sure-fire, first ballot hall of famer, who only just retired this past season, came dressed for success in a classic black suit with a white dress shirt and black tie.
At certain points, the five-time Super Bowl Most Valuable Player took the microphone to address the audience of supporters to talk about the work being done by the non-profit
To help increase proceeds, there were a number of Brady jerseys and footballs that were part of the auction.
The crowd was buzzing when Brady decided to show off his arm and throw a perfect spiral to one of the supporters.
The model and actress turned more than a few heads when she made her grand arrival in a plunging LBD that left little to the imagination
Daring: The Orlando, Florida native’s little black dress barely covered her derriere and cleavage
Sexy and elegant: The actress and model would also don black open-toe heels and have her long blonde locks pulled up into a bun
Tasty: McKinney first gained the the attention of some of her fans when she starred in a Carl’s Jr. commercial that aired during Super Bowl XLIX in 2015
She’s got skills: McKinney had to be careful not to fall out of her LBD
Socializing; McKinney credits the social networking service as a factor in her subsequent success, which includes campaigns for the fashion brand Guess
Considered to the best to have ever played by most fans and sports pundits, the recently retired NFL superstar then decided to take things a little more serious and took off his blazer for his next pass to someone in the audience.
Throughout his 20-plus year friendship with the organization, Best Buddies has served tens of thousands of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and raised over $100 million for our global programs.
Brady’s support not only helps the organization financially, but also builds Best Buddies’ brand awareness and promotes its mission-based initiatives that create friendship, jobs, leadership development training, and inclusive housing for people with disabilities.
During his work as a Best Buddies Global Ambassador, he has hosted and attended events from Boston and Cape Cod to as far as Qatar.
Making a difference: The former NFL superstar has served as a Best Buddies global ambassador for two decades
Honoree: During the ceremony, Brady received the Spirit Of Leadership Award, which is ‘the highest Best Buddies accolade presented to distinguished luminaries who have shown great leadership, generosity, and spirit in supporting the organization’s mission’
Helping change lives: Best Buddies International is a non-profit ‘dedicated to establishing a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, and inclusive living for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD)’
The auction featured various items, including once-in-a-lifetime opportunities, fine art, exclusive vacations, and sporting events.
Proceeds from the event will go directly to Best Buddies’ mission of creating friendships, jobs, leadership development, and inclusive living opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Grammy Award winner Nelly (born Cornell Iral Haynes Jr), 49, highlighted the evening’s entertainment with a special performance that included some of his biggest hits.
Some of the other high-profile people on hand to lend their support included Carl Lewis, Courtney Six, Caroline Dixon, Juliette Valle and Charlotte McKinney, among many others.
Still got it: At one point the retired quarterback showed off his throwing arm
Memorabilia: To help increase proceeds, there were a number of Brady jerseys and footballs that were part of the auction
Still got skills: The seven-time Super Bowl champion hurls several signed balls
On point: The recently retired NFL superstar decided to take things a little more serious and took off his blazer for his next pass to someone in the audience
Giving back: Throughout Brady’s 20-plus year friendship with the organization, Best Buddies has served tens of thousands of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and raised over $100 million for our global programs
Over the years Brady has written letters, made phone calls, all while continuing to do whatever he can to help Best Buddies with its development efforts by connecting the organization with his sponsors and supporters.
During his playing days he even hosted special guests at his football games, and provided memorabilia at various events like the 25th anniversary gala.
The IDD community that Best Buddies serves includes people with Down syndrome, autism, Fragile X, Williams syndrome, cerebral palsy, traumatic brain injury and other undiagnosed disabilities.
The programs used by the organization empower the special abilities of people with IDD by helping them form meaningful friendships with their peers, secure successful jobs, live independently, improve public speaking, self-advocacy and communication skills, and feel valued by society.
Bangin’ the beats: Grammy Award winner Nelly (born Cornell Iral Haynes Jr), 49, highlighted the evening’s entertainment with a special performance
Glowing: The Hot in Herre star was all smiles while on stage performing at the event
Fashion sense: The Texas native showed off his fashion sense in black leather pants with a matching t-shirt and white sneakers
Group pose: The Best Buddies team all snuggled up together for a group shot
Man in black: Olympic champion Carl Lewis, 62, showed his support for Best Buddies decked out in a black suit and sneakers
Golden girl: Courtney Six rocked a glittery sequin jumpsuit with heels
Chic: Caroline Dixon, Miss Florida USA 2023 and Juliette Valle, Miss Florida, both went with silver sequin numbers
Iconic: The late Keith Haring, one of the best-known contemporary artists, had a family member with special needs, and as a result created and donated the Best Buddies logo
Best Buddies is recognized as the world’s largest organization dedicated to ending the social, physical and economic isolation of the 200 million people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
The late Keith Haring, one of the best-known contemporary artists, had a family member with special needs, so he created and donated the Best Buddies logo in the late 1980s.
That explains why Haring’s unique artistry is plastered all over the backdrops during Best Buddy events.
The organization maintains the logo ‘incorporates a colorful creation that represents one-to-one affection and acceptance
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