While on their Banner-18-victory-tour, Celtics stars Derrick White, Al Horford and Payton Pritchard made a pitstop to Gillette’s World Shaving Headquarters in Boston for a fresh shave and an opportunity to give back to the Greater Boston community.  

“At Gillette, it’s a long-standing tradition to commemorate a Boston championship with a championship shave,” said Mariana McQuattie, SVP of Grooming for Gillette North America. “Saved for celebrating the accomplishments of the best in their league with the best a man can get.”

Gillette donated $25,000 each on behalf of White, Horford and Prichard, to a charity of their choice.  

“In addition to being our championship shaves,” McQuattie continued. “It’s also a tradition for us to use this opportunity to give back to our community on behalf of these amazing athletes.”

Horford’s check went to Best Buddies, Prichard’s to the Boys and Girls Club of South Boston and White, being an avid supporter of Special Olympics Massachusetts insisted that is where the money would go in his name.  

In front of a room full of Celtics fans, each of the players were shaved by expert barbers, including Title City Barbers’ Josh Pereira. The trio also took turns answering questions about the experience of winning Banner 18.  

During the program one Celtics fan even yelled “RESIGN!” at White, where Horford smiled and yelled, “YEAH!” in response.

Amidst cheering fans and a fresh cut, the Celtics stars not only revamped their looks, but also uplifted three local nonprofits in the meantime.

“We always aim to support organizations committed to making a positive difference in the lives of the people here in Boston,” McQuattie said as she closed out her speech. “So, it’s an honor to, in your names, give those donations today.”

White’s donation to Special Olympics Massachusetts is just one of the ways he has shown his support throughout his time in Boston.  

Back in February, the Celtics guard hosted a bowling fundraiser with all proceeds donated to Special Olympics MA and the year-round programming that serves more than 15,000 athletes across the state at no cost.

Whether it is the hustle plays on the court, lacing up the bowling shoes, sporting a clean shave, or even chipping a tooth in the championship game, White continues to embody the mission of Special Olympics Massachusetts and give back in a meaningful way.