The Help Premier - Jackson, MS

The bestselling novel recently turned major motion picture The Help premiered in Jackson, MS on July 30, 2011.


The Fairview was honored to host a luncheon/meet the stars before the big premier. Stars including: Emma Stone (Skeeter), Ahna O'Reilly (Elizabeth Leefolt), Allison Janney (Charlotte Phelan- Skeeter's Mom), Viola Davis (Aibileen), Octavia Spencer (Minny), Jessica Chastain (Celia Foote), the film's producers, Tate Taylor (director), Kathryn Stockett (author) and many others attended and interacted with the luncheons 150 attendees.

The Help dessert displayMint JulepsEmma and Eleanor Henry (Mae Mobley Leefolt -left)
Emma Stone (Skeeter)
Allison Janney (Charlotte Phelan- Skeeter's Mom)
Jessica Chastain (Celia Foote)Local Jackson luncheon attendees

Local newstations were at the premier and caught every second of the action and were able to briefly interview some of the stars: News coverage

Check out The Help in theaters, this Wednesday, August 10! Help Trailer