Actors Dennis Haysbert and Penelope Ann Miller with Morton's Michael Savitt

Great food is always in abundance and delicious memories are delivered hot and fresh whenever you dine at Morton’s The Steakhouse. Plus you never know who you’ll run into – PGA TOUR players, comedians, local politicians or sports legends. At Morton’s, the options are endless. 

Celeb-rating at Morton’s 

Charles Tillman

On the evening of Monday , October 17th, Morton’s The Steakhouse in Northbrook was alive with energy and excitement as the Chicago Bears prepared for their 2nd Celebrity Servers Dinner featuring the unbelievably outgoing Cornerback, Charles Tillman. Chicago Bears players and their families, Morton’s VIPs, media, and steak lovers alike gathered to enjoy an evening of fine dining and fun in support of Charles Tillman’s Cornerstone Foundation, an organization that provides opportunities and resources to over one million Chicagoland children and families in need. 

Charles Tillman and his Celebrity Servers. Go Bears!

Tillman and teammates, including Anthony Adams, Lance Briggs, Matt Forte, Frank Omiyale, Patrick Manelly, Matt Toeaina, Caleb Hanie, Johnny Knox, Zackary Bowman, Corey Graham, Tim Jennings, D.J. Moore, Brandon Meriweather and Craig Steltz, traded in their signature orange and blue for Morton’s aprons as they passed wine and hors d’oeuvres and signed footballs for guests during the cocktail hour. 

The dinner began with a few words from host Zach Zaidman, Sideline Reporter for the Chicago Bears Radio Network, Tom Lange, the General Manager of Morton’s in Northbrook, and Tillman, who introduced fellow teammates and explained his organization, the Charles Tillman Cornerstone Foundation. He shared the story of his young three-year old daughter Tiana, who at three months old was diagnosed with dilated cardiomyopathy, a heart disease that slows the pumping of blood to the body. Now a vibrant toddler, Tiana survived with a heart transplant, and Tillman continues to tell her story to educate and inspire. 

Lance Briggs!

Smiling players juggled plates of salad and juicy prime steak to serve hungry guests, some even going as far as bussing the tables themselves! A silent auction setup included signed jerseys and memorabilia, trips, and other luxury items, while the rousing live auction included Tillman gear, signed photographs, a massive bottle of wine, and a one-of-a-kind golf trip, among others. Tillman captivated the crowd with his stories and jokes throughout the evening, especially during the auction as he ran across the restaurant from bidder to bidder, hugging them, taking photos, and encouraging everyone to give more. 

Matt Forte!

Tillman’s enthusiasm and incredible dedication to his cause paid off, as the dinner raised nearly $150,000 in total. Since 2005, Tillman’s charitable efforts have impacted the lives of over one million Chicago-area children. 

“My teammates really supported me and I think everyone had a lot of fun, I know I did”, said Tillman “We raised more than we ever had which means we can help more children in the Chicago-area, and that is what it is about.” 

The Celebrity Servers Dinner with Charles Tillman was an incredible evening for a cause we can all stand behind – we hope you’ll join us next time! 

Reported by Lindsay Rafayko, Empower Public Relations 

   

Power Lunching with a Legend 

The Legend: Steve Garvey

Morton’s The Steakhouse in Woodland Hills hosted a special “Lunch with a Legend” event with Los Angeles Dodgers’ legend Steve Garvey on Wednesday, October 26. The event was hosted by ESPN hosts Max Kellerman and Marcellus Wiley. Steve was in a great mood and shared some fun stories about his impressive career with the audience during his hour long interview. He also shared a special message to the Dodger’s fans in the audience, which was to “have patience and continue to have hope.” 

Steve ended his interview by saying that he is always hopeful and always optimistic. Guests attending this special event enjoyed a three-course signature Morton’s lunch. This event is a part of Morton’s ongoing Lunch With A Legend series where they allow guests to interact with sports legends in an intimate setting. 

Reported by Maryam Brown, Murphy O’Brien Public Relations

Are you ready for more celebrities? Throughout October, Morton’s welcomed…

Atlanta – Buckhead
New York Knicks Amar’e Stoudemire
Real Housewives of Atlanta’s Phaedra Parks
Actor Don Cheadle 

Atlanta – Downtown
Atlanta Falcons Michael Turner 

Bethesda
Buffalo Bills Hall of Famer Jim Kelly 

Burbank
Actress Melissa McCarthy
Actors/Comedians Zach Galifianakas and Andy Richter
Actress Jenette McCurdy 

Charlotte
Carolina Panthers Jeremy Shockey, R.J. Stanford, and Head Coach Ron Rivera
NASCAR’s Junior Johnson
Fox News Tobin Smith
Charlotte Bobcats Gerald Henderson
Davidson College’s Head Men’s Basketball Coach Bob McKillop 

Chicago (State St.)
Chicago Blackhawks Marian Hossa and Michael Frolik 

Cincinnati
Cincinnati Bengals 

Cleveland
Comedian/Actor D.L. Hughley
NFL Agent Drew Rosenhaus
Former Cleveland Browns player Michael Dean Perry
Pro Football Hall of Famer Warren Moon
Former NFL player Bernie Kosar 

Dallas
NBA Free Agent and current Chinese Basketball Association player Kenyon Martin 

Fort Lauderdale
Florida Panthers Coaches and Players
Actor Dennis Haysbert and Actress Penelope Ann Miller 

Hackensack
New Jersey Devils Ilya Kovalchuk
New York Jets Plaxico Burress 

Hartford
New England Patriots Head Coach Bill Belichick 

Houston (Downtown)
UFC Owners Dana White and Frank Fertitta along with other UFC members including Chuck Liddell, Keith Jardine, and Brendan Schaub 

Indianapolis
Actor/Comedian Dan Aykroyd 

Louisville
Comedians Lavell Crawford and Spike Davis (pictured left)
Governor of the U.S. Virgin Islands John de Jongh 

Miami Beach
Florida Gov. Rick Scott 

Nashville
Rock Legend/Grammy Winner Robert Plant
PGA TOUR Golfer Kenny Perry 

 

 

 New Orleans
New Orleans Saints Robert Meachem, Sedrick Ellis, and Malcom Jenkins
Actor Arnold Vosloo
NBC Sports Executive Dick Ebersol and Reporter Michele Tafoya
Auction Hunters’ Clinton “Ton” Jones
Actor/Hollywood Military Consultant Harry Humphries 

Phoenix
Judas Priest’s Glen Tipton and Ian Hill
Members of the Pittsburgh Steelers 

Portland
Professional Snowboarder Danny Kass 

Reston
NRA Executive VP Wayne LaPierre
Washington Redskins Dough Worthington
MLB Hall of Famer Frank Robinson 

Richmond
Director/Producer Steven Spielberg and his wife Actress Kate Capshaw
Producer Kathleen Kennedy
Actress Sally Field 

Scottsdale
PGA TOUR Golfer Chez Reavie (pictured below) 

Shanghai
NBA Free Agent and Chinese Basketball Association player Wilson Chandler 

Troy
Detroit Tigers Victor Martinez
Detroit Lions Rob Sims 

Washington D.C. (Connecticut Ave.)
Speaker of the House John Boehner 

Washington D.C. (Georgetown)
CNN Anchor John King