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Article: R.S.V.P.; Vereen makes a pitch for being accessible
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- The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (Milwaukee, WI)
- Article date:
- June 24, 2007
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In 1992, when singer and dancer Ben Vereen was hit by a car and
subsequently suffered a stroke, doctors told him it would be at
least three years before he would be able to walk again. But 10
months after his near-fatal accident, he was back performing. His
recovery was long, arduous and still continues today. But, says
Vereen, a major healing factor for him was the promise of being able
to work again. That and his faith and spirit helped him recover.
The Tony Award-winning Broadway veteran brought that message to
the more than 700 guests who attended the Independence First
luncheon June 14 at the Midwest Airlines Center. His message echoed
the purpose of the event, which is to encourage ...