On Saturday, March 16, Palm Beach was’ Livin ‘La Vida Loca’ to support a serious matter. Amfar was organized on the vast estate of the Ocean of Philantrop Ken Griffin, returned to the Ritzy Enclave for his fourth consecutive year – with a pop In real Ricky Martin -fashion. The global gala, which benefits HIV/AIDS research and prevention, raised an impressive $ 3.8 million and brought together celebrities, artists, philanthropists, researchers and the dedicated supporters of Amfar.
This year, 470 floodlessly dressed guests gathered in honor of two icons: award receiver Martha Stewart and Multi-Grammy-winning artist Ricky Martin, who later performed a private concert that attendees were on the move.
Festivities started with a cocktail hour under elegant striped turquoise and red tents, where guests Billecart-Salmon Brut Réserve sips and cases of graffiaers admired who were shown by Christopher Makos in addition to photos of Jean-Michel Basquiat. Graff, a donor of the live auction, also contributed a dazzling pair of diamond earrings, which were quickly auctioned for the cause.
Around 8 p.m., including Tony Robbins, Sarah Kenhall, Delfina Blaquier, Joey Wolffer, Lizzy Bickford Meadow, Lisa and James Cohen, Event Chairs T. Ryan Greenawalt and Joey Licitra, Dee and Tommy Hilfiger, Dr. Dr. Dana and Robert and Robert and Robert and Robert and Robert and Robert and Robert, Kevin. Basilone, and Amy and John Phelan, entered a large tent, designed by Bronson Van Wyck van van Wyck & Van Wyck.
Supermodel and hostess Coco Rocha, an old amphar supporter, started the evening with charm and humor. She reminded guests that 2025 marks the 40th birthday of Amfar’s founding by Dr. Mathilde Krim and Dame Elizabeth Taylor. Rocha emphasized the crucial role of the organization in promoting treatment and research – work that millions with HIV has been able to lead to a long, healthy life – and emphasized the urgent need to extend access to care to the 40 million people who live with HIV worldwide.
The highlight of the night was the honor of the only Martha Stewart, radiant in light blue Adam Lippes. Andrea and Steve Wynn, together with Dee and Tommy Hilfiger, introduced Stewart, whose acceptance of the Award of Inspiration Many moved. Thinking about the early days of her catering company in New York, she spoke frankly about losing loved ones to HIV/AIDS and emphasized the importance of preparation and preservation of Pepfar financing, and noted the life-saving impact worldwide. “We can be inspired by what Amfar has achieved, and we can stand with them – and finance them – in everything they are ready in the near future,” concluded Stewart. Dee Hilfiger added: “We are mainly honored to recognize Martha’s incredible contributions – not only in culture and style, but also her passionate advocacy for Amfar and his mission.”