EVENT UPDATE : SHOOTING STAR GUILDFORD APPEARANCES .. SEPTEMBER 22ND 2016 ..

 Joan had a busy day yesterday as she paid a visit to The Shooting Star Chase charity shop in Guildford where they unveiled a new selection of items donated by Joan to benefit the Children's hospice charity.. Joan then paid a visit to the charities Christopher's Hospice to cut a 15th Anniversary cake and have dinner with the children and their families assembled.. Joan then performed to a sell out crowd at Guildford's popular G Live! venue, with her sensational 'Unscripted' show. The tour continues at The Edinburgh Festival Theatre on Saturday night. Watch this space ffor more tour updates!

One of Joan's fabulous outfits on sale at the Guildford store

Karen Sugarman, Director of Fundraising at Shooting Star Chase, said: “It was a pleasure to welcome Dame Joan to Christopher’s and such a thrill to see the delight on the families’ faces as they enjoyed a meal with a Hollywood superstar..

 

 “Dame Joan has been a fantastic supporter of Shooting Star Chase for many years now and is always keen to show her support. Her latest donation to our shops has caused a great buzz and we’ve had enquires from fans all over the country who want to get their hands on one of Dame Joan’s fabulous items. The awareness this brings and the money it raises for the charity is so important in helping us fund our vital care service – we can’t thank Dame Joan enough.”

Joan sits down to an early dinner with the kids and families at the hospice

Dame Joan Collins said: “Arriving at Christopher’s hospice, I was greeted warmly by its caring and charming staff and the colourful and friendly surroundings. It’s so special to spend time with the children and their families. I am honoured to be Patron to Shooting Star Chase whose charitable work really does change the lives of so many children.”

Joan cuts the hospice's 15th Anniversary cake.