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Billy Porter to Receive Award at AIDS Foundation Fundraiser
27 Aug
Summary
- Billy Porter receives Elizabeth Taylor Legacy Award.
- Vanity Fair honored for its AIDS coverage and partnership.
- Event features performance by Deborah Cox and hosting by Laura Coates.
The Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation (ETAF) is preparing for its "A Night of Compassion" fundraiser in Los Angeles. Actor and activist Billy Porter will receive the prestigious Elizabeth Taylor Legacy Award. Additionally, Vanity Fair will be recognized with the Elizabeth Taylor Commitment to End AIDS Award for its significant contributions to raising awareness about HIV and AIDS through its reporting.
The event, scheduled for September 17th at the Beverly Hills Hotel, will be hosted by CNN's Laura Coates. Musical artist Deborah Cox is slated to perform. ETAF's executive director, Catherine Brown, highlighted Porter and Vanity Fair's crucial roles in advocating for affected communities.
Billy Porter, an Emmy winner for his work on "Pose," has openly shared his HIV status, emphasizing the healing power of truth. Vanity Fair's commitment includes impactful coverage dating back to 1992 and a recent partnership with ETAF, underscoring their dedication to the cause.
