This year marks the 28th anniversary of Elton John’s annual Oscar-night bash benefiting his eponymous AIDS Foundation. Founded in the United States in 1992 and in the U.K. in 1993, the Elton John A…
has thus far raised more than $400 million to help combat the stigma surrounding HIV and the AIDS virus; prevent infections; provide treatment and various other clinical services; and educate governments around the world to put a stop to the AIDS epidemic.It was Patrick Lippert of Rock the Vote campaign fame who persuaded John to seize upon his high profile and throw his inaugural Oscar bash in 1993.
John is now considered a bona fide expert on producing charity galas. The veteran rock star spares no expense creating a temporary West Hollywood hot spot, a luxurious white-tented oasis in the middle of the neighborhood dog park. One notable highlight of everyAIDS Foundation event is a centerpiece performance serving as a launchpad for breakout artists thanks to his keen eye for spotting talent.
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