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Stars Unite for Elton John AIDS Foundation Gala
10 Mar
Summary
- Elton John's AIDS Foundation hosts its 34th annual viewing party.
- The event aims to raise over $9 million for HIV/AIDS prevention.
- A unique art auction features a painting created during a live piano performance.
The Elton John AIDS Foundation's 34th annual Academy Award Viewing Party is set to take place in West Hollywood Park. This year, the foundation hopes to raise upwards of $9 million to support its critical work.
Co-hosted by Neil Patrick Harris and David Burtka, the event will also feature a performance by Grammy winner Lola Young. A highlight of the evening will be a unique live auction.
Guests will have the chance to bid on a one-of-a-kind painting by Irish artist Jack Coulter, created while Elton John performed 'Tiny Dancer' live on his piano. David Furnish expressed optimism for ticket sales and auction performance.
Furnish also discussed the foundation's ongoing commitment to combating HIV/AIDS, emphasizing the importance of treatment accessibility and innovative programs, such as drone delivery of tests and medications in rural Africa.
