Jami Gertz: From Hollywood to Philanthropy

0:00On April 21st, Jamie Gurds, the 80s movie star from Flix, like 16 candles in the Lost Boys, stepped back into the spotlight at the lows. Angeles County Museum of Art Gala, on April 16th, she showed up with her husband, Tony Ressler, for the opening of the new David Geffen galleries. This power couple, who co-owned the Atlanta Hawks, just dropped $50 million on the museum, and the South Wing now carries their family name. Their story goes way beyond Hollywood glamour. Back in 2015, they bought the Hawks for $720 million, turning a solid investment into part of their massive empire. Gurds married Ressler back in 1989, and together they've raised the daughter and three sons, while stacking billions, mostly from his. Private equity moves. Fans and folks in the know love how Gurds flipped the script on the typical actor's life. She started with roles in endless love and less than zero, then hit big with Twister and TV shows like, still standing.

1:01But she's always pushed back on the idea that she just hitched her wagon to wealth, proving her own hustle paid for their early home and trips. She's been deep in the Lachma Game 2, co-chairing the board since 2015, so this donation feels like a full circle moment. Their appearance highlights how she's blended showbiz, family, and big time philanthropy without chasing the constant camera flash. All this reminds us. Success ain't always about the silver screen. Sometimes it's owning the court and giving back on your terms. Pop culture. Powered by AI. This is entertainment and celebrity news today. I'm Corey with The Story.