Ezra Sosa, Leslie Fhima and Nick Itkin joined more than 1,000 supporters at Didi Hirsch's 'Alive Together: Uniting to Prevent Suicide' 5K on September 27 at UCLA, where nearly $400,000 was raised.
- October 2, 2026
AceShowbiz - Ezra Sosa, Leslie Fhima and Nick Itkin were among the celebrity participants at Didi Hirsch's annual Alive Together: Uniting to Prevent Suicide 5K and community fundraiser, held on September 27 at UCLA. The event drew more than 1,000 walkers, runners and supporters and raised nearly $400,000 to benefit the organization's Suicide Prevention Center.
The fundraiser, which closed out Suicide Prevention Month, brought together celebrity teams from television, professional sports and beyond, alongside survivors, families and community advocates. The celebrity presence added a friendly competition element to the day, with teams representing different corners of entertainment and athletics.
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Sosa, known for his role on Dancing with the Stars, participated in the event and was photographed with Didi Hirsch CEO Lyn Morris. Fhima, who appeared on Bachelor Nation, led a team representing the franchise. Itkin, an Olympic fencer, also joined the effort, lending his platform to the cause.
The event's purpose was twofold: to raise funds for the Didi Hirsch Suicide Prevention Center, which is described as the first of its kind in the nation, and to remind participants and the broader community that they are not alone. The 5K and community gathering served as a tangible expression of support for mental health and suicide prevention.
Nearly $400,000 was raised through the event, according to the organization. The funds will support the Suicide Prevention Center's ongoing work. The event took place at UCLA and attracted more than 1,000 participants, including survivors, families and advocates who walked or ran in solidarity.
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The participation of figures like Sosa, Fhima and Itkin reflects a growing trend of celebrities using their platforms to support mental health initiatives. Their involvement helped draw attention to the cause and contributed to the fundraising success.
The Alive Together: Uniting to Prevent Suicide event is an annual tradition for Didi Hirsch, and this year's edition was noted for its unique celebrity teams. The fundraiser's timing at the end of Suicide Prevention Month underscored its mission to raise awareness and provide resources for those affected by suicide.
