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Actors Glenn Close, Marcia Gay Harden and Joe Pantoliano, comedian Joan Rivers, singer/songwriter James Taylor, Speaker of the House- Nancy Pelosi and Food Network chef, Melissa d’Arabian, winner of last season’s The Next Food Network Star will all be sharing their favorite recipe this Thanksgiving season as a way to provide comfort to people impacted by suicide loss.

After viewing the tasty choices, Facebook users and fans will vote for their favorite dish and check back to see which one rises to the top. Celebrity participants will also encourage their fans via Facebook and Twitter to go to the page and vote for their dish. The winner of the Celebrity Thanksgiving Comfort Food Challenge will be announced on November 20, 2009.

This is being done in conjunction with National Survivors of Suicide Day, which takes place on November 21st.

According to Joanne Harpel, who is the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s Director of Survivor Initiatives, “Although it’s a myth that suicide occurs more frequently during the holiday season, it’s certainly true that this time of year can be especially hard for those of us left behind. National Survivors of Suicide Day is designed to help survivors sort through the difficult emotions they may be experiencing. We hope that having celebrities participating in this Challenge, many who have been personally affected by suicide loss, will bring comfort to many this holiday season.”

Source: American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

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