People attending were told to wear their most stylish denim because it was an event about your "genes."
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This is the 10th year for the fundraiser which helps to raise money to find a cure for BRCA-related cancers.
Eyewitness News reporter Stacey Sager has been a member of the organization for years.
Sager spoke to their featured speaker, tennis legend Chris Evert.
Tennis legend Chris Evert on 'Basser Jean Bash'
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The event raised $16.6 million Tuesday night.
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