Russell Simmons’ Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation brought youthful edge and energy to the Hamptons’ social scene with its 13th annual Art for Life benefit, Living in Color.

Guests including Kimora Lee Simmons, Vanessa Williams, MC Lyte, and Amar’e Stoudemire put on their brightest get-ups to celebrate the creative energy of NYC’s young people at Simmons’ East Hampton estate. The evening also honored the career achievements and philanthropic work of Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon, Betsy Z. Cohen, Tamia and Grant Hill, and Marc J. Leder.

Host Soledad O’Brien joined chairs Frank and Nina Cooper, Rick Davidson, and Janet and Calvin Hill for the nonstop, star-studded party. Anita Baker, Salt-N-Pepa, and Diggy Simmons entertained. Auctioneer Star Jones unloaded once-in-a-lifetime experiences with icons like Lady Gaga, Cee Lo Green, John Legend, and more.