The 2026 Lombardi Gala was a night of hope, breakthrough, and incredible music. Brandon Short, 7-year NFL veteran and champion for cancer research, hosted the evening’s programming which featured special live performances by Jordin Sparks, Rayshun LaMarr, Nova Payton and Children’s Chorus of Washington! 

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Brandon Short is a 7-year NFL veteran, with both the New York Giants and Carolina Panthers. Brandon attended Penn State where he was a consensus All American and 2x captain of Penn State’s football team.

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Jordin Sparks

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RayShun LaMarr

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Nova Payton

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Children’s Chorus of Washington

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