American Red Cross Evening of Star to feature PGA Hall of Famer Lee Trevino

Posted on August 9, 2024
Throughout his career, Lee Trevino went on to win 29 tournaments, including six majors. (Photo courtesy American Red Cross)

By WJBC Staff

NORMAL – Six-time major champion and 29-time PGA Tour winner Lee Trevino will be the special guest and keynote speaker at the 29th annual American Red Cross Evening of Stars.

The event will take place on Thursday, Oct. 24 in the Brown Ballroom on the campus of Illinois State University.

“I look forward to joining the American Red Cross and its supporters for the annual Evening of Stars event,” Trevino said in a news release from the Red Cross. “I’m honored to have this opportunity to partner with an organization that works daily to carry out its lifesaving mission. I hope you’ll join us for an inspiring night!” 

“We are excited to have Lee Trevino join us for this year’s Evening of Stars celebration,” said Lyn Hruska, Executive Director of the Central Illinois Chapter of the American Red Cross. “We encourage everyone to join us for an inspiring night with Lee, a legendary golfer and incredible person. Evening of Stars will be a special night of supporting the Red Cross mission!” 

Before he was known as one of golf’s most engaging and successful players of the modern era, Trevino spent four years in the U.S. Marine Corps before turning to a professional golf career in 1960. 

Trevino won 29 times on the PGA Tour, including six majors – the 1968 and 1971 U.S. Opens; the 1974 and 1984 PGA Championships; and the 1971 and 1972 Open Championships. 

Trevino also represented the United States on six Ryder Cup Teams.

Funds raised during this annual event help the Red Cross provide critical services throughout the Illinois region, including: disaster response, blood donation, training services and support to our military members and their families. 

Tickets are on sale now at redcross.org/eveningofstars

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