I've Got Votes, Babe! Cher Wins Fresno Famous Fan Vote
April 21, 2007 - Pacific Coast League (PCL1)
Fresno Grizzlies News Release
Fresno, CA- After two weeks of hotly contested voting, Grizzlies fans have selected Cher as their choice for the next Fresno native to receive a tribute night at a Grizzlies game. With more than 30% of the votes cast in her favor, Cher beat out The Chipmunks creator David Seville and Fresno mayor Alan Autry, who placed second and third respectively. The Friday, April 27th game will now feature a blow out Cher Celebration at Chukchansi Park.
Born Cheryl Sarkisian on May 20, 1946, Cher is one of the most beloved entertainers of the past half century. After attending Fresno High School, she went on to win an Academy Award, a Grammy, an Emmy and three Golden Globe awards. Beginning with her breakthrough as part of the Sonny & Cher duo, Cher scored many top ten recordings and starred in numerous television series. Her foray into feature films landed her the 1988 Best Actress Academy Award for her role in Moonstruck.
With the announcement of Cher as the winner of the Fresno Famous Fan Vote, the Grizzlies staff will now have one week to put together an all-out theme night on April 27th. All fans in attendance on Friday night will also be treated to Friday Night Fireworks, presented by the California Highway Patrol. In addition to fireworks and the Cher tribute, the first 1,000 fans through the gates will receive Rally Towels courtesy of Rally's.
The Grizzlies full promotional schedule is available at www.fresnogrizzlies.com. Tickets for all home games are on sale now at the Chukchansi Park ticket office, over the phone at 559-320-TIXS or online at fresnogrizzlies.com.
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