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NEW YORK, May 9, 2024 –
Last night, The
Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation (ETAF) hosted
its 2nd Annual New York Dinner at the
legendary Rainbow Room honoring Arthur
Fogel, President – Global Touring
and Chairman – Concerts, Live Nation
Entertainment. Model, actress, and
author Dominique Jackson served
as the event MC while Academy
Award-nominated actress Rosie Perez presented
the special LIFEBEAT tribute. The
evening, generously supported by
Presenting Sponsor Gilead Sciences,
Inc., along with Associate Sponsors Live
Nation Entertainment and the Wasserman
Foundation, also featured a performance
by Glassnote Records recording artist Talia
Rae.
“I hope that tonight has
delivered some meaningful financial
support to the foundation + LIFEBEAT
programs going forward,” said Fogel.
“Arthur Fogel is no
stranger to orchestrating unforgettable
experiences, having helped to mastermind
awe-inspiring tours for artists such as
Beyoncé, U2, Sting, Lady Gaga, and
Madonna. However, tonight, we spotlight
Arthur for his dedication to the fight
against AIDS, particularly through his
steadfast support of LIFEBEAT – acting
on their board for a period of time, and
supporting financially in various ways,”
shared Alex Kalomparis, Senior Vice
President, Public Affairs at Gilead
Sciences. “In honoring Arthur Fogel, we
not only celebrate his remarkable
achievements but also acknowledge his
impact on the journey toward eradicating
AIDS.”
As one of the most
visible events for ETAF, the evening
recognized the relaunch of LIFEBEAT as
a Program of The Elizabeth Taylor AIDS
Foundation that continues the work
toward Elizabeth Taylor’s vision of an
AIDS-free world.
The annual New York
Dinner included an intimate reception,
seated dinner and program, and a live
performance.
For more information
please contact info@etaf.org.
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ABOUT ETAF
Working tirelessly on the
AIDS crisis throughout the 1980s,
Elizabeth Taylor established The
Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation (ETAF)
in 1991 to carry out her vision for an
AIDS-free world. ETAF works to provide
the direct care needed for people living
with and affected by HIV and AIDS.
Emphasizing Elizabeth's voice,
commitment, and concentration on
hard-to-reach communities, ETAF's
domestic advocacy initiatives remain a
priority. Fighting for criminalization
reform for people living with HIV,
ETAF’s primary advocacy initiative.
ETAF's programs have also expanded to
ensure that HIV prevention education and
access to treatment are available
through domestic and international
initiatives. ETAF’s newest program
LIFEBEAT mobilizes the music and
entertainment industry to provide the
resources and support needed for at-risk
youth to take of their sexual health and
prevent HIV. On the ground at major
tours, special events and festivals, and
within broadcast, digital, social, and
print campaigns, LIFEBEAT engages
at-risk youth about safe sex, HIV
prevention, and the services that
support them regardless of status,
gender, or sexuality.
ABOUT GILEAD SCIENCES
Gilead Sciences, Inc. is
a biopharmaceutical company that has
pursued and achieved breakthroughs in
medicine for more than three decades,
with the goal of creating a healthier
world for all people. The company is
committed to advancing innovative
medicines to prevent and treat
life-threatening diseases, including
HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19, and
cancer. Gilead operates in more than 35
countries worldwide, with headquarters
in Foster City, Calif.
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