In a surprising turn of events, Drew Carey, Sarah Palin, Steven Van Zandt, and Brian Williams all found themselves in the same bar, joining New York City police officers at the ninth annual Little Steven’s Policeman’s Ball. This star-studded event took place at the Mandarin Oriental’s penthouse ballroom, creating a buzz among attendees and the media. While this gathering might seem like the beginning of a joke, it was an actual occurrence that caught many by surprise.
Sarah Palin, the former vice presidential candidate and divorced Alaskan hockey mom, attended the Policeman’s Ball to witness the honoring of her rumored beau, Ron Duguay, the celebrated Rangers player. Despite the seemingly unlikely pairing, their appearance together at the event confirmed the reports that emerged in January 2022. Witnesses at the Columbus Circle shindig were astonished to see Palin and Duguay sharing the dance floor.
The entertainment lineup for the evening included Max Weinberg, another member of Bruce Springsteen’s band, who performed with his orchestra. Gary U.S. Bonds also graced the stage with his music. Hosting the gala was none other than the charismatic host of “The Price Is Right,” Drew Carey. The event served as a fundraiser for the Detectives’ Endowment Association’s Widows’ and Children’s Fund and the NYPD’s With Arms Wide Open charity. Other notable honorees for the night were anchor Brian Williams and WABC’s Sid Rosenberg.
Aside from the Policeman’s Ball, Palin and Duguay made the most of their time in New York City. They were spotted at a Rangers game at Madison Square Garden, where Palin proudly supported the team by donning their jersey. The pair also indulged in a meal at Rolf’s German Restaurant near Gramercy Park, accompanied by celebrity chef Andrew Molen and former Yankees player Jeff Nelson.
The guest list at Little Steven’s event included retired NYPD officer Mike Shea, former Commissioner Keechant Sewell, DEA president Paul DiGiacamo, and former Rangers coach Mike Keenan. Another noteworthy attendee was co-host Kevin Schroeder, known for his involvement with the Retired Detectives of New York and his Black Tie Protection Services. Rumors suggest that Schroeder recently provided security for the Jonas Brothers’ tour and also hosts the WABC podcast “Cop Talk.”
An Unanticipated Love Story
Palin and Duguay first sparked relationship rumors when they were seen together at Elio’s and a party at a Manhattan boutique. It turned out that Palin’s high school sweetheart and husband of 31 years, Todd Palin, filed for divorce from the former governor of Alaska in August 2019. The couple shares five children, one of whom is Bristol Palin, a former contestant on “Dancing With the Stars.” On the other hand, Duguay, known for his past relationship with Farrah Fawcett, had his own marriage to Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue model Kim Alexis, which ended in 2013.
The unexpected meeting of these high-profile individuals at the Little Steven’s Policeman’s Ball left attendees and the public in awe. It reminded us that even in the most unlikely circumstances, connections can be made and friendships can form. This star-studded event not only provided a platform to honor deserving individuals but also served as a reminder of the camaraderie between celebrities and law enforcement.
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