Academy Award Winning Actress Octavia Spencer attends artworxLA 25th Annual "Evening of Art" at the Taglyan Complex in Hollywood in celebration of service to youth artists. Spencer was honored for her work in the entertainment industry and also helped facilitate fundraising efforts for the evening. Videographer/Reporter: Brittany K. Jackson ... read more / watch video »

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