(Chicago, IL) On Thursday March 18th, 2010 THE BLACKOUT powered by Hennessy Black and hosted by LeBron James brought out an array of high profile athletes, major recording artist and a major buzz to notable venue The Shrine. 

The major celebs that were caught on the black carpet were music mogul Kevin Liles, Jay-Z, Young Jeezy, Tank Johnson (Cincinnati Bengals), Jerry Azumah, Julius Pepper (Chicago Bears), Derrick Rose (Chicago Bulls), Young Chris (ROCNATION), Shani Davis (Winter Olympic Gold Medalist) Melyssa Ford, Dr. Ian Smith, Tiffany Torrence-Davis (Oxygen Network Bad Girls Club 3, Actress) and many more.

Not only did the celebs grace the black carpet but Hennessy Black was the exclusive drink of evening in which many indulged. Trendsetting, innovative and stylish are all the qualities that described the conclusion of a very eventful evening including Jay-Z’s performance at the United Center. Following a huge success, Eighty81 & Hennessy Black will continue branding signature event “The Blackout,” within various cities throughout the country. Please send all post coverage footage /photos from Hennessy Black & Rich Paul Presents THE BLACKOUT.

[Jay Z, Jeezy, LeBron James, Mick Boogie, etc.]

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[LeBron James]

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[Tiffany Torrence-Davis – Bad Girls Club 3]

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[Shani Davis – Olympic Gold Medalist]

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[Kelly Jay aka Beautiful – Flavor of Love]

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