It's not Easter yet but Holly Robinson Peete was hanging with a chocolate bunny on March 8 in NYC.

Holly is kicking off the 2012 Lindt Gold Bunny Celebrity Auction to benefit Autism Speaks. Holly's son R.J., with husband Rodney Peete, has autism.

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“It is an honor to help launch the Lindt Gold Bunny Celebrity Auction,” said Holly. “As the parent of a child with autism, I’ve dedicated my life to helping families navigate the journey through autism and erase the stigma of the disorder. Giving friends and family a Lindt Gold Bunny is just another fun and impactful way to make a difference.”

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The celebrity auction will run from March 8 to March 18 and features 75 celebrities, including Carrie Underwood, Jennifer Garner and more, who have donated their signatures on the iconic gold bunny.

Check it out at LindtGoldBunnyAuction.com.