Ms. White’s lifelong dedication to animal welfare also earned her the title of “Ambassador to the Animals” in a ceremony in which she was honored by the City of Los Angeles. Featured in Dr. Seuss’ “The Lorax,” the “Hot in Cleveland
Ms. White’s tireless efforts on behalf of animals will be recognized with the “Who-Manitarian of the Year” Award presented by Max, the Grinch’s loveable canine sidekick. Max is played by local rescue dogs throughout the nightly run of the “Grinchmas” show. The family-friendly “Grinchmas” celebration will ring in a jolly Who-liday season with The Grinch, his faithful dog Max, tons of fresh snow, and celebrity readings of the Dr. Seuss classic, “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” as part of the vibrant tree lighting celebration. A whimsical, curving “Grinchmas” tree will tower 60 feet above the center of a snow-covered winter wonderland and will be lit in nightly ceremonies that will feature a colorfully costumed Who-ville choir, caroling and spreading holiday cheer in enchanting Whobilation performances.
Prior to select tree-lighting Whobilations, celebrities from the worlds of film, television and music will join the festivities to help Universal Studios Hollywood celebrate “Grinchmas” by reading entertaining interpretations of Dr. Seuss’ heart-warming tale. More than 30 celebrity readers are confirmed to participate in this year’s program, including Nia Vardalos
Throughout the event, The Grinch, Max and the Who-ville Whos will be on hand and paw to meet fans and take memorable holiday photos, while families gather to enjoy traditional winter fun, romping together in a playground of fresh, real snow.
“Grinchmas” will also provide fans of the blockbuster film a close-up view of the original Who-ville film sets, featured in the Dr. Seuss’ “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” movie, aboard the world-famous behind-the-scenes Studio Tour. As the tram rolls to a stop amid the fanciful Who-ville buildings, guests will experience a one-of-a-kind performance by a Who’s Who of Who-ville re-enacting favorite scenes and songs from the film.
More information, including updates on the “Grinchmas” celebrity readings, will be available at www.UniversalStudiosHollywood.com.
As families prepare for holiday gift giving, Universal Studios Hollywood’s popular “Buy A Day, Get 2013 Free” annual pass offers tremendous value and visits throughout 2013 for the price of a single day’s admission. Guests who purchase the “Buy A Day, Get 2013 Free” pass will be able to come back to experience Universal Studios Hollywood’s award-winning thrill rides, including the new “Transformersâ¢: The Rideâ3D” and receive savings on tickets purchased for visiting friends and family. Universal Studios Hollywood, The Entertainment Capital of L.A. includes a full-day, movie-based theme park and Studio Tour; the CityWalk entertainment, shopping and dining complex, the Universal CityWalk Cinemas, the “5 Towers” state-of-the-art outdoor concert venue, and the Gibson Amphitheatre concert and special event arena. World-class rides and attractions include the critically-acclaimed, award-winning mega-attraction, “Transformers: The Rideâ3D,” the intense, award-winning ride, “King Kong 360 3-D” on the famed behind-the-scenes Studio Tour, “The Simpsons Rideâ¢