Oprah Winfrey Joins Sharon Stone, Courteney Cox Arquette, Faith Hill, Jennifer Garner and Others This May to 'Help Whip Cancer'

The Pampered Chef and Some of the World's Most Famous Women Promote Breast Cancer Awareness with an Auction of Pink Kitchen Gloves and Aprons to Benefit the American Cancer Society 


CHICAGO, May 5  /PRNewswire/ -- Some of the most famous women in the world are lending a hand to celebrate moms this Mother's Day and also raise awareness about an important women's health issue effecting thousands of women each year. Oprah Winfrey, Sharon Stone, Courteney Cox Arquette, Faith Hill, Jennifer Garner and Olivia Newton-John have signed on by autographing The Pampered Chef limited-edition Pink Kitchen Gloves* and Pink Aprons to raise funds for breast cancer education and early detection as part of the company's "Help Whip Cancer" initiative. Beginning May 1 - 31, 2008, supporters nationwide can log on to http://www.pamperedchef.com/ to bid on items signed by more than a dozen famous women -- many who are also moms -- including Jane Seymour, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Tori Spelling, Meredith Vieira, Melora Hardin, Nancy O'Dell, Samantha Harris and the ladies of "The View" including Joy Behar and Elisabeth Hasselbeck. Auction proceeds will benefit the American Cancer Society.

According to the American Cancer Society, breast cancer remains the most common form of cancer among women in the United States and every woman has a chance of developing breast cancer. Thanks to early detection through regular mammograms and effective treatment, the five-year survival rate has improved to an astounding 98 percent.

"Almost everyone knows someone, whether it be a mother, wife, sister, daughter or friend who has been affected by breast cancer," said Doris Christopher, founder and chairman of The Pampered Chef. "The goal of this campaign is not only to spread awareness and promote education surrounding breast cancer, It's also about supporting women who have been touched by breast cancer and celebrating their extraordinary strength. Mother's Day is the perfect day to honor these women and 'Help Whip Cancer' at the same time."

In its ninth year, The Pampered Chef "Help Whip Cancer" national campaign will offer a collection of limited-edition pink products including Pink Kitchen Gloves*, Mini Scoop and Measure and the Pink Kitchen Brush to raise funds in support of breast cancer education and early detection programs. For each product purchased, The Pampered Chef will contribute one dollar to support the American Cancer Society.

The Pampered Chef has approximately 50,000 Consultants worldwide and throughout May, Consultants in the U.S. and Canada lend a hand to "Help Whip Cancer" by raising funds through pink product sales, hosting Fundraiser Cooking Shows and telling others about the importance of regular breast cancer education and early detection.

Since 2000, The Pampered Chef has raised more than $6 million for the American Cancer Society.

About The Pampered Chef

The Pampered Chef has a long-standing tradition of giving and is committed to enhancing the quality of family life and bringing families together. Founded in 1980 by Doris K. Christopher, and now part of the Berkshire Hathaway family of businesses, The Pampered Chef is the premier direct seller of high quality kitchen tools. At in-home cooking demonstrations called Cooking Shows, guests see products and recipes in action, learn quick and easy food preparation techniques and receive tips on how to entertain with style and ease. For more information about Help Whip Cancer, hosting a Cooking Show, or purchasing Help Whip Cancer products, call 1-800-266-5562 or visit http://www.pamperedchef.com/.

*Caution: The Pink Kitchen Gloves contain natural rubber latex which may cause allergic reactions.

The Pampered Chef and Help Whip Cancer are registered trademarks of The Pampered Chef.

American Cancer Society is a registered trademark of the American Cancer Society. 

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