Personalities
United with Sir Elton John
Personalities
United with Sir Elton John
It was primarily a shared interest in raising money to fight against AIDS that bought Sir Elton close to double Oscar-winning actress Elizabeth Taylor, founder of the Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation (ETAF).
Bearing in mind Taylor’s special links to Bulgari, it comes as little surprise that the Italian brand last night announced a new partnership with the EJAF. A lover of art – as well as jewellery and watches – Sir Elton opened his Windsor home and Woodside Art Gallery to host a private dinner for 100 guests including Bulgari CEO Jean-Christophe Babin, who earlier in the evening signed an official agreement to support the Foundation for the next three years.
The night culminated in a live auction of a unique white-gold and diamond Bulgari Haute Joaillerie Diva’s Dream necklace, which raised £225,000 for the EJAF. And, at the end of the evening, the final word went to Bulgari’s Babin who said: “This magical event in Sir John’s home was unforgettable. For Bulgari, bettering the world and doing our part is built into our company culture. It is an honour to be partnered with EJAF, a very effective charity, and we look forward to being part of the solution to fighting AIDS.”