Former President George W. Bush Honored As A Father Of The Year
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork/AP) -- Former President George W. Bush was one of three men honored at the New York Hilton as a ``Father of the Year,'' just days before Father's Day.
Bush, 68, was honored Thursday at the 74th Annual Father of the Year Awards luncheon on Thursday at the hotel, 1335 Sixth Ave. His daughter, Barbara, made the presentation.
Bush was emotional in receiving the award, and paid tribute to his own father, former President George H.W. Bush, who turned 91 last week.
Also receiving recognition from the National Father's Day Committee was Morris Goldfarb, the head of the G-III Apparel Group.
David Gonzales of Jacksonville, Florida, was recognized as the Ashok Sani ``All-Star'' dad. It recognizes a special father who is committed to both his own children and his community.
The luncheon raised $1.3 million for Save the Children's U.S. programs.
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