The We Are Family Foundation, a not-for-profit organization founded by legendary songwriter and producer, Nile Rodgers, honored Adam Lambert with the Unity Award at its annual Celebration Gala, last Thursday at Manhattan Center’s Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City.

Hosted by actress Rosie Perez and Touré, co-host of MSNBC’s “The Cycle,” the evening included a concert featuring Adam Lambert, Nile Rodgers & CHIC and special guests, Taylor Dayne, Grandmaster Melle Mel, Grandmaster Caz, Kathy Sledge, Sam Sparro, and  Russell Peters.