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Keith Richards gets some satisfaction from new award honoring Connecticut residents

Keith Richards received the first Connecticut Governor's Award of Excellence for his contributions to creativity and philanthropy during a ceremony at the Westport Library.
Governor Ned Lamont praised Richards for his music career and philanthropy, particularly his support for local organizations that assist people with disabilities.
Richards expressed appreciation for Connecticut, stating, 'I've been here for 40 years, and it’s been a great place for me.'
Richards highlighted the importance of libraries, calling them a great and publicly owned equalizer in society.

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Keith Richards Receives Some Satisfaction for New Award Honoring Connecticut Residents · Global Voices

Presenting in a building full of books instead of a stadium with amplifiers, guitarist Keith Richards was honored on Wednesday with a new award that recognizes Connecticut residents for their creativity, passion and generosity.

6 days ago·Los Angeles, United States

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Keith Richards gets some satisfaction from new award honoring Connecticut residents

Legendary Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards has another honor to add to his massive collection. On Wednesday, he became the first recipient of Connecticut Governor's Award of Excellence. The 81-year-old

6 days ago·United States

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Rockstar grandpas: Rod Stewart and Keith Richards become grandfathers again

Jason Kempin/Getty Images for Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum Rockers Rod Stewart and Keith Richards are both grandfathers again. Rod’s son Liam — one of two children he had with his second wife, Rachel Hunter — just welcomed his second child with wife Nicole. The couple shared the news and photos on Instagram, revealing that the baby, who arrived March 2, is named Elsie Skylar Stewart. She joins big brother Louie, 21 months. Elsie is Rod’…

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Daily Record

Rod Stewart becomes a grandfather again as son Liam welcomes second child with sweet announcement

Rod Stewart has welcomed another grandchild after his son Liam revealed that his wife Nicole gave birth to their daughter Elsie at the start of February.

8 days ago·Glasgow, United Kingdom

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Keith Richards Receives Historical Recognition in Connecticut for His Legacy

Keith Richards has been honored with a new recognition. The guitarist of The Rolling Stones received the first Governor’s Excellence Award in Connecticut, where he has been living for 40 years. According to Loudwire, Governor Ned Lamont created this award to honor prominent citizens. In a statement, he highlighted Richards’ work in various causes. “He has used his influence to elevate and train others,” he said. He also highlighted his support f…

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Hollywood Minute: Keith Richards honored by Connecticut government 41NBC News

CNN- Legendary rocker and longtime Connecticut resident Keith Richards was honored this week by Governor Ned Lamont, receiving the inaugural Connecticut Governor’s Award for Excellence for his contributions to the state’s cultural and civic life. The Rolling Stones guitarist also received the “Key to the State”, a moment that gave fans a sense of true “Satisfaction.” In accepting the honor, Richards, known for both his musical legacy and wry hum…

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