Tales From amfAR’s $20 Million Cannes Fundraising Gala, Featuring Rami Malek and Heidi Klum
The amfAR Gala Cannes 2026 raised 17 million euros, or $20 million, for AIDS research. The event featured performances from notable artists and appearances by celebrities such as Rami Malek and Heidi Klum. Despite the glamour, attendees faced challenges in transportation to the exclusive venue, prompting reflections on the event's significance amid global issues.
- ▪The gala took place at the Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc on May 21.
- ▪Attendees included celebrities like Eva Longoria and Geena Davis, who hosted the event.
- ▪The fundraising total for the night reached 17 million euros, equivalent to $20 million.
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Kyle Clifford, CEO of amfAR, and Heidi Klum attend the amfAR Gala Cannes 2026 presented by Chopard at Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc on May 21 Courtesy of Amy Sussman/Getty Images for amfAR Share on Facebook Share on X Google Preferred Share to Flipboard Show additional share options Share on LinkedIn Share on Pinterest Share on Reddit Share on Tumblr Share on Whats App Send an Email Print the Article Post a Comment The first rule of amfAR is you don’t talk about how you got to amfAR. By that, I don’t mean how you got into the amfAR gala, i.e.
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