Through recognition, international collaboration and public awareness, Brains Get Famous brings people and communities together to give visibility and support to those affected by brain tumors.
A recognition of exceptional people whose dedication, leadership and humanity inspire others, and a tribute to those who continue to inspire through their legacy.
Madrid, 18 December
On 12 December 2023, Brains Get Famous proudly held its first Charity Awards Gala at the NH Casino de Madrid.
The gala was hosted by María de Kannon Clè, founder and president of Brains Get Famous, together with renowned Italian neurosurgeon Dr. Christian Brogna, the organisation’s Medical and Scientific Director.
During the evening, Brains Get Famous recognised exceptional people whose dedication, leadership, professional excellence and commitment have made a significant impact in their respective fields and in the lives of many others.
In-person presentation of the award to the Mayor of Terrassa, Jordi Ballart, at Terrassa City Hall.
At this first Brains Get Famous Gala, a posthumous tribute was paid to artist and designer David Delfín, who passed away due to a brain tumor.
The tribute to David Delfín was attended by gallery owners and friends of the organisation, Topacio Fresh and her husband, Israel.
The event also brought together prominent figures from the worlds of culture, art and society, including Susana Griso, Íñigo Afán, Gabino Diego, Richy Castellanos, Eloy Martín de la Pera, Aranza Garrido, Antonio Pascual, Irinni Fournier, Ángel Blasco, Ciro González-Mohíno, Antonio Escobar, Igor Fioravanti and Carlos Marrero, among others.
The gala also featured a charity performance by filmmaker and singer Javier Elorrieta and flamenco guitarist Andrea Salcedo.
Guests, award recipients and members of Brains Get Famous came together for an evening dedicated to recognition, solidarity and support for people affected by brain tumors.
Media and visibility
The gala received wide press coverage across national, regional, cultural, business, and digital media outlets in Spain.
View full press listLighting the world in light blue
Since 2021, cities and landmarks around the world have joined Brains Get Famous by lighting up in light blue every October 14 in honor of people affected by brain tumors, raising awareness of the disease and giving visibility to their reality. Each year, new cities and institutions become part of this growing international initiative.
The initiative and proclamation campaign were launched by María in Málaga. Since then, María, Dr. Alfredo Quiñones-Hinojosa, his team, and the BGF team have received support from doctors, patients, families, business leaders, artists, institutions, and representatives of society around the world. Madrid, Mexico City, Rome, Martinique, and other participating locations have joined this growing international proclamation and illumination effort.
New participating city · 2026
In 2026, Padua joined Brains Get Famous’ international campaign for the first time. On October 14, the Fontana della Stanga was illuminated in light blue to show its support for people affected by brain tumors and help bring worldwide visibility to their reality.
Our special thanks to Alessandra Broi, Founder and President of Niccolo’s Light Foundation, whose commitment and collaboration were instrumental in making Padua’s participation in this international initiative possible.
Padua · October 14, 2026
Padua shines in light blue
The Fontana della Stanga became a symbol of support, memory and visibility for people affected by brain tumors.
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A city where memory became light.
Venice · 14 October 2026
In 2026, Venice joined Brains Get Famous’ international illumination campaign. Ca’ Farsetti, Ca’ Loredan, the Mestre Municipal Hall and the Civic Tower of Mestre carried a message of recognition, dignity and solidarity for brain tumor patients, their families and those who are no longer with us.
Venice and Mestre · 2026
From the historic heart of Venice to Mestre, light connected four civic landmarks with the stories of patients and families around the world.
Featured in AgenSalute
AgenSalute reported on Venice’s participation in Brains Get Famous’ international campaign, highlighting Ca’ Farsetti, Ca’ Loredan, the Mestre Municipal Hall and the Civic Tower of Mestre.
The article presents the participation of Venice and Padua as a testimony of respect and closeness to patients, their families and everyone living with the consequences of a brain tumor. It also recognises the scientific and international contribution of Dr. Christian Brogna and the determination of María de Kannon Clè in bringing the campaign to Italy.
Read the AgenSalute ArticleOur deepest gratitude to the City of Venice and its municipal team for opening the city’s historic landmarks to this message of recognition and solidarity. By joining the campaign, Venice helped ensure that the stories of brain tumor patients and their families could be seen, heard and remembered far beyond the light of a single night.
Terrassa · 14 October 2026
Terrassa illuminated the façade of City Hall and the Monument to Working Women in light blue, joining Brains Get Famous’ international campaign and making the city’s support for brain tumor patients and their families visible.
Terrassa · Campaign Film
Terrassa joins Brains Get Famous’ international light blue campaign in honour of brain tumor patients and their families.
Watch the reel on InstagramTwo Emblematic Landmarks
City Hall and the Monument to Working Women became visible symbols of recognition, solidarity and support for every person affected by a brain tumor.
Shared by Terrassa City Council
Terrassa City Council shared the 14 October illumination through its institutional channels, extending the message of recognition, visibility and support for people affected by brain tumors.
View the Official PostOfficial City Council Statement
Terrassa City Council announced that the façade of City Hall and the Monument to Working Women would be illuminated in light blue to support and give visibility to patients and their families. Through this gesture, the municipality expressed its commitment to research, awareness and accompaniment for everyone affected.
Read the Official StatementOur deepest gratitude to the Mayor of Terrassa, Jordi Ballart, and his entire municipal team. Their sensitivity, support and commitment transformed two emblematic city landmarks into a message of recognition, visibility and support for brain tumor patients and their families. Every illuminated light reminds us that no person affected should feel invisible or face this journey alone.
Supporting the international campaign since 2023
On October 14, 2026, the fountains at Plaza de España and Glorieta de Don Juan de Austria were illuminated in light blue as Seville continued its support for Brains Get Famous’ international campaign honoring people affected by brain tumors.
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Through light, movement and water, two of the city’s emblematic fountains carried a message of visibility, recognition and support for brain tumor patients and their families.
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Plaza de España · Seville · October 14, 2026
Seville · 2026
Since joining the campaign in 2023, Seville has continued transforming its emblematic fountains into symbols of recognition, visibility and support for brain tumor patients and their families.
BGF Ambassador Andrés Melero has supported Seville’s participation in Brains Get Famous’ international illumination campaign since 2023.
One city. Thousands of stories. One light.
2023
Since 2023
Almería has supported Brains Get Famous’ international illumination campaign since 2023. The city illuminated one of its public fountains in light blue, giving visibility and support to people affected by brain tumors and their families.
14 October 2026 · Real Casa de Correos
On October 14, Madrid’s Real Casa de Correos was illuminated in light blue in support of people affected by brain tumors, as part of the international campaign led by Brains Get Famous.
From Kilometre Zero, Madrid made visible a reality that must not remain in the dark.
One city. Thousands of stories. One light.
Madrid illuminated in light blue once again as part of Brains Get Famous’ international campaign to honor with brain tumor patients and raise global awareness.
The image shows María de Kannon Clè, Founder and President of Brains Get Famous, in front of the Real Casa de Correos, the seat of the Presidency of the Community of Madrid, illuminated in light blue.
Press Coverage
Read the media coverage about the DKV Tower lighting in Zaragoza in honor of brain tumor patients.
Huelva · 14 October 2026
On 14 October 2026, the Muelle del Tinto and the Gran Teatro de Huelva were illuminated in light blue as part of Brains Get Famous’ international campaign. Through these two emblematic landmarks, the city expressed its support for people affected by brain tumors and their families and brought worldwide visibility to their reality.
Muelle del Tinto · Huelva
One of Huelva’s most distinctive landmarks shone in light blue, carrying a message of recognition and support across the water. Its illuminated structure made brain tumor patients and their families visible and transformed the estuary into part of an international call for awareness.
Gran Teatro de Huelva
The façade of the Gran Teatro de Huelva also joined the international illumination campaign. Through light, this emblematic cultural landmark became a public message of visibility, recognition and support for brain tumor patients and their families.
Our heartfelt thanks to the City of Huelva and its entire municipal team for once again supporting this initiative with sensitivity and commitment. By illuminating two of the city’s most representative landmarks, Huelva helped make brain tumor patients and their families visible and ensured that their reality was recognised beyond the clinical setting.
14 October 2026 · Salou Town Hall
On October 14, 2026, Salou Town Hall was illuminated in light blue in support of people affected by brain tumors, joining the international campaign led by Brains Get Famous.
This light is for every patient, every person affected, those who continue with us and those whose light remains.
A civic building became a visible symbol of support.
Mexico City · 14 October 2026
On 14 October 2026, the Monument to the Revolution was illuminated in light blue as part of Brains Get Famous’ international campaign, giving visibility to people affected by brain tumors and their families.
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The Monument to the Revolution shone in light blue, transforming the heart of the city into a visible expression of recognition and support.
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Since Mexico City’s illumination in 2022, Fabiola, her son Matías and her grandson Emiliano have become part of the Brains Get Famous family. Since then, we have accompanied Emiliano and his family, building a close and deeply caring bond. Fabiola never misses the annual illumination, reminding us that behind every light are people and stories that remain in our lives.
Our sincere thanks to the Government of Mexico City and to everyone who made this illumination possible, helping transform an emblematic monument into a public message of visibility and support.
Global illumination campaign
Brains Get Famous and Mission Brain invite people and cities around the world to shine a light in honor of those affected by brain tumors.
Campaña global de iluminación
Brains Get Famous y Mission Brain invitan a personas y ciudades de todo el mundo a iluminarse en homenaje a quienes están afectados por tumores cerebrales.
Join our worldwide network of patients, families, healthcare professionals, researchers, artists, volunteers, partners, and supporters. Together, we can raise awareness, advance research, and improve the lives of people affected by brain tumors.
Contact Brains Get Famous to discover how you can support, collaborate or become part of our global community.
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