Disney communications executive Naomi Bulochnikov-Paul is honored at the Race to Erase MS gala on Friday night, an annual event that raises funds for multiple sclerosis research and support. Both outlets report that the ceremony includes recognition of Bulochnikov-Paul’s public and personal journey with MS. At the event, she speaks about receiving her diagnosis and how she approaches living with the condition. The Hollywood Reporter highlights her message about choosing to live “in power” rather than fear each day. Variety similarly describes her account as candid and centered on resilience, saying she lives with MS openly and openly addresses the realities of the disease. The outlets also agree that the gala is a major fundraising effort, reporting that this year’s event raises more than $1.8 million. The coverage presents her appearance as both a recognition of her experience and part of the broader mission of the gala to advance efforts to erase MS through fundraising.