Ladies Who Rock Raise £50,000 for Teenage Cancer Trust
Ladies Who Rock would like to say a huge thank you to everyone who supported July's annual event, and helped to raise over £50,000 for Teenage Cancer Trust.
Now in its sixth year, 2026’s edition saw more than 120 women from across the music and creative sectors attend a special lunch and silent auction at London’s Hotel Café Royal, with lots including an exclusive Gorillaz wet proof signed by Jamie Hewlett, a leather jacket signed by The Cure, signed Nick Cave and Johnny Marr memorabilia, and VIP tickets to The O2 and ABBA Voyage.
Live Nation Entertainment, PPL, Royal Albert Hall and Derwent London all generously provided sponsorship.
In total, Ladies Who Rock has now raised close to £220,000 in this way.
Hosted by the indomitable Miss Rory and Sophie K, last week’s event also featured a performance from upcoming Newcastle-based artist Heidi Curtis and a poignant speech from Clemmie, who shared the story of her daughter, Odille.
Diagnosed with Stage 4 Hodgkin lymphoma at just 16-years-old, Odille received life-changing support from Teenage Cancer Trust throughout her treatment – a powerful reminder of why the charity’s work matters, and the difference every donation can make.
In a joint statement, the Ladies Who Rock organising committee of Angie Jenkison, Annabella Coldrick, Julie Weir, Karen Emanuel OBE, Sammy Andrews and Vanessa Bakewell said:
“We would like to say a huge thank you to everyone who joined us and to everyone who played a part in making the day such a success. We were also humbled by the number of guests who pledged additional support beyond the event – a testament to the generosity and commitment of everyone in the room. To everyone who attended, donated, sponsored, volunteered and supported Ladies Who Rock – thank you. Your support will help Teenage Cancer Trust continue to ensure that no young person faces cancer alone.”
Adding a special tribute on behalf of the Committee to Alexi Cory-Smith who tragically passed away last week, Sammy Andrews added:
“We are deeply shocked and saddened to learn of the sudden passing of Alexi Cory-Smith. Alexi was due to join us at our lunch just last week. We could never have imagined that the reason for her absence would end in something so tragic, so final. She was a friend, colleague and mentor to so many of our guests and our committee …a true trailblazer and force of nature across the music industry, revered across the globe.
“A lady who truly rocked in every way. Our thoughts and deepest sympathies are with her family, friends and colleagues at this devastating time. May she rest in peace, and may her legacy live on in the hearts of everyone who was lucky enough to know her. x”