amfAR Gala Cannes 2025 Program by amfAR

PRESENTS

SIGNATURE SPONSORS

HÔTEL DU CAP-EDEN-ROC

CAP D’ANTIBES, FRANCE

THURSDAY, MAY 22, 2025

EVENING PROGRAM

HOSTED BY TARAJI P. HENSON

FEATURING A SPECIAL PERFORMANCE BY DURAN DURAN

PERFORMANCES BY CIARA | ADAM LAMBERT

PRESENTING "FROM CANNES WITH LOVE" A CR RUNWAY SHOW CURATED BY CARINE ROITFELD

LIVE AUCTION CONDUCTED BY SIMON DE PURY

AFTER PARTY WITH DJ CRUZ POOKIE

IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING AT EDEN-ROC

PRESENTING SPONSOR

CHOPARD

SIGNATURE SPONSORS

KODIAK PICTURES

LA PREMIERE AIR FRANCE

AFTER PARTY IN ASSOCIATION WITH THE H.WOOD GROUP

GENEROUSLY SUPPORTED BY BELUGA VODKA

CHAMPAGNE TELMONT

DASSAI SAKE

GÉRARD BERTRAND

RÉMY MARTIN

RUMOR ROSÉ

EVENT CONSULTATION BY ANDY BOOSE/AAB PRODUCTIONS

CREATIVE EVENT DESIGN AND PRODUCTION BY EMANUELA SANTI/EVENT REPUBLIC STUDIO

CHAIRS

PEDRO ALMODÓVAR

ANGELA BASSETT

ODELL BECKHAM JR.

HALLE BERRY

LEN BLAVATNIK

ADRIEN BRODY

RON BURKLE

MARION COTILLARD

TOM CRUISE

COLMAN DOMINGO

ALESSANDRO DUSI

LAURENCE ESCALANTE

DAVID GLASSER

T. RYAN GREENAWALT

PARIS JACKSON

MILLA JOVOVICH

HEIDI KLUM

SPIKE LEE

JULIAN LENNON

TONY MANCILLA

KEVIN MCCLATCHY

DEMI MOORE

VIN ROBERTI

COCO ROCHA

CARINE ROITFELD

CAROLINE SCHEUFELE

RUSSELL WILSON & CIARA

JEFFREY WRIGHT

MICHELLE YEOH

IRINA ZHULTAIA

AS OF 5/13/25

VICE CHAIRS

RENATO AZEVEDO

ANDREW BEZHENAR

THOMAS KALMAN

ABDUL AL-ROMAIZAN

ASIM ALLANA

ALESSANDRO BINELLO

GUILHERME CAVALCANTE

PEREIRA

MATHEUS FARAH LEAL

DIEGO FERNANDES

RYAN SMITH

ROMAN SPIRIDONOV

JOHN TERZIAN

GRAND PATRONS

ELVIRA GAVRILOVA

AUGUST GETTY

HOFIT GOLAN

PAVEL KORNILOV

DANIEL KRIZEK

ALEXANDER ORLOV

PHILIP REBEIZ

TEDDY SAGI

PHILANTHROPISTS

VIGEN BADALYAN

STHEFANO COSTA

NDEYE FATOU PERSIKOFF

PATRONS

DEMETRIOS BRADSHAW

JONATHAN FEUER

ANNA ALIMANI

CHRIS APPLETON

TEODORA ATANASOVA

LADY MONIKA BACARDI

ELI BARELI

DR. HERMANN BÜHLBECKER

STEPHANE CEALIS

RAHI CHADDA

HARRISON CHEN

AARON CHOU

MALTE DAUN

SAKS FIFTH AVENUE

RICK SINGH

OSVALDO URSANO

VALENTINO

MAURICE VARSANO

NICOLA VERSES

YULIA YANINA

DIDI MANHAS

PATRICIA NOWOROL

ALEKSANDRA MARCHEWKA

CYRUS POONAWALLA

SUPPORTERS

FRÉDÉRIC DURANTON

JOSH FLAGG

ALEXANDER GARNIER

CHRISTIAN GRIES

MONIQUE HOLLINGER

BOZENA JANISIW

SASHA KONCHAR

PETER KÖNIG

YU-CHI LYRA KUO

GERMAN LARKIN

YAN LI MA

TONY MANCILLA

RAJ MANTENA

JORDAN MIJALKOV

JAYA RAHEJA

EVGENIIA ROMANOVA

MAJA ROSZKOWSKA

JOÃO RUFINO

DONNA SOLOWAY

KATARZYNA VARSANO

CHEYENNE GRÄFIN VON THUN

UND HOHENSTEIN VEIT

LE MENU

AMUSE-BOUCHE / APPETIZERS

Gréssins au sésame artisanaux

Handmade sesame grissini

Chips de riz infusées aux algues

Seaweed-infused rice crisps

~ Croquant légèrement épicé au wasabi

Lightly spiced wasabi crunch

ENTRÉE / STARTER

Kakemono de Navets Colorés

Une composition colorée de navets anciens, accompagnée de poireaux confits enveloppés dans des feuilles de nori, le tout rehaussé d’une émulsion d’algues et d’un gel de yuzu éclatant

Kakemono of Colored Turnips

A vibrant composition of heirloom turnip, served with confit leeks wrapped in nori, finished with seaweed emulsion and bright yuzu gel

PLATS / MAIN COURSE

Cabillaud Laqué au Miso

Cabillaud tendre mariné au miso doux, accompagné de pak choï sauté et d’une purée onctueuse carotte-gingembre, le tout sublimé d’un filet de sauce au thé matcha chaud

Miso-Glazed Black Cod

Tender cod marinated in sweet miso, paired with sautéed pak choy and a silky carrot-ginger purée, enhanced with a warm drizzle of matcha tea sauce

OPTION VÉGÉTARIENNE / VEGETARIAN OPTION

Aubergine Rôtie, Laquée au Miso et à la Sauce Soja

Aubergine richement nappée d’un glaçage umami, servie avec une salade d’épinards rafraîchissante, assaisonnée au sésame

Slow-Roasted Eggplant with Miso-Soy Glaze

A rich umami-glazed eggplant, served with a refreshing sesame-dressed spinach salad

DESSERT

Cheesecake au Yuzu & Mochi Artisanal

Un cheesecake délicat au yuzu, accompagné d'un mochi infusé à la framboise et au basilic frais, et une fleur comestible dorée pour une touche d’élégance

Yuzu Cheesecake & Artisanal Mochi

A delicate yuzu cheesecake, served alongside mochi infused with raspberry and fresh basil, finished with an edible gold flower for a final touch of elegance

CHAMPAGNE

Champagne Telmont Réserve Brut

La Réserve Brut est le résultat d'un subtil mariage des trois cépages typiques de l’AOC Champagne. C'est un assemblage de sept années distinctes, ensemble magnifiquement équilibré, une harmonie parfaite de richesse, de fruité et de fraîcheur. Une véritable expression du terroir, un hommage à l’excellence et à la singularité des vendanges de chaque année.

Réserve Brut is the result of a subtle marriage of the three Champagne grape varieties. It is a blend of the wines of seven distinct years, together beautifully balanced, a perfect harmony of richness, fruitiness and freshness. A genuine expression of terroir, a tribute to the excellence and singularity of each year’s harvest. Aromas of pear pleasantly mingle with those of lightly toasted almonds. Fresh and ethereal, initial suggestions of crisp pear on the palate evolve toward a gentle creaminess and unveil a refined finish.

WHITE WINE

Cigalus Blanc, IGP Pays d’Oc, 2023

La robe est d’un jaune doré et clair. Le nez est complexe, mêlant des notes de fruits frais et des arômes. Le palais révèle des arômes de fleurs blanches, fruits frais et des notes toastées et beurrées; terminant sur une finale longue et un bel équilibre entre tension et volume.

The dress is clear golden yellow. The nose is complex mixing notes of fresh fruit and a buttery tip. The palate reveals aromas of white flowers, fresh fruit and buttery, toasted notes with a long finish as well as a beautiful balance between tension and volume.

RED WINE

Aigle Royal Pinot Noir, IGP Haute Vallée de l’Aude, 2021

La robe est de couleur rouge clair brillant. Le nez finement mentholé et épicé révèle également des arômes groseille. La bouche est dotée d’une belle sucrosité en attaque avec des tanins très soyeux mais aussi une grande fraîcheur aromatique. C’est un vin élégant, très raffiné et subtil qui présentent de délicieux petits fruits rouges avec des notes de garrigue et un soupçon de menthe poivrée.

The color is a bright light red.The nose is delicately minty and spicy, with redcurrant aromas. On the palate, the attack is sweet, with

silky tannins and great aromatic freshness. This is an elegant, highly refined and subtle wine, with delicious red berries, garrigue notes and a hint of peppermint.

ROSÉ WINE

RUMOR, Côtes de Provence Rosé

RUMOR est un rosé certifié bio, végan provenant d'une sélection exclusive des meilleurs vignobles des Côtes de Provence. Il présente un profil élégant, léger et équilibré, avec une teinte rose pâle parfaite et des notes subtiles de fleurs blanches et d'agrumes. Avec un peu d'air, les arômes évoluent vers des notes de pêche et de pomelo. La bouche est franche et se développe de façon harmonieuse, une finale douce, laissant des notes brillantes d'agrumes.

RUMOR is a certified organic, vegan, and gluten-free French rosé, crafted from 100% organic grapes sourced from a highly selective group of the finest vineyards in the Côtes de Provence. It delivers an elegant, light, and balanced profile, with a perfect pale pink hue and subtle notes of white flowers and citrus. With a bit of air, the aromas evolve into hints of peach and pomelo. The palate is clean and unfolds gracefully to a smooth finish, leaving bright citrus notes.

SAKE

Dassai 23

Un Junmaï Daïginjo d’exception, élaboré à partir de riz YamadaNishiki poli à 23 %. Premier saké à atteindre ce degré de pureté, il séduit par son équilibre, sa finesse et sa complexité. Son nez mêle douceur lactée et bouquet floral délicatement poudré. En bouche, il offre une palette aromatique oscillant entre gourmandise (praline, vanille, caramel) et fraîcheur (fleurs blanches, poire croquante), pour une expérience longue et élégante, évoquant l’univers des grands vins.

An exceptional Junmai Daiginjo crafted from Yamada-Nishiki rice polished down to just 23%. As the first sake to reach such a level of refinement, it stands out for its remarkable balance, finesse, and complexity. The nose reveals soft, milky notes and a delicately powdered floral bouquet. On the palate, it offers a harmonious blend of rich (praline, vanilla, caramel) and fresh (white flowers, crisp pear) aromas, delivering a long, elegant experience reminiscent of fine wines.

Champagne, wine, and spirits generously provided by

MESSAGE FROM amfAR

Welcome to the 31st annual amfAR Gala Cannes.

Thank you so much for joining us this evening. The secret ingredient in the long-running success of this legendary benefit gala is the generous participation of people like you. The combined support of our Cannes donors and sponsors over the past three decades has generated an astounding $297 million to advance our lifesaving research.

Those resources have enabled us to drive progress in HIV prevention, diagnosis and treatment, and have set us firmly on a path toward a cure. While 10 people have already been cured as a result of stem cell transplantation, this costly and high-risk procedure can never be used to cure large numbers of people. That’s why our outstanding researchers are exploring every innovative strategy that could lead to a cure for all.

The need is urgent. AIDS claims a life every minute. In spite of our advances, treatment is lifelong. When antiretroviral therapy is taken away, a person’s immune system is quickly overrun by HIV, with deadly consequences. A cure could change all that.

Our commitment to curing AIDS remains ironclad. However, as a leader in biomedical research for 40 years, our work has touched on related diseases and conditions including tuberculosis, hepatitis, certain cancers, and mental health. Those overlapping efforts will continue as we leverage our knowledge and experience to address critical global health challenges.

As it has been for the past three decades, amfAR Gala Cannes is a shining beacon of hope for all people living with HIV. A union of hearts, minds, and purpose. In this, our 40th year, we couldn’t be more grateful to you for joining us in this historic endeavor.

T. Ryan Greenawalt Kevin McClatchy Kevin Robert Frost Co-Chair of the Board Co-Chair of the Board Chief Executive Officer

TARAJI P. HENSON

Taraji P. Henson is an Academy Award-nominated actor, producer, #1 New York Times best-selling author, mental health advocate, and entrepreneur with a globally celebrated career that extends beyond the screen.

Later this year, Henson will star in Tyler Perry's Straw for Netflix, where she portrays a single mother facing a series of unfortunate events. Other upcoming projects include Apple TV+’s Number One on the Call Sheet, a two-part documentary celebrating Black actors in Hollywood, and CNN’s My Happy Place.

Peacock’s Fight Night, starring Henson, recently became the most-watched premiere in the platform’s history, and she won the NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress for her performance. Her career took off with her breakout role in Hustle & Flow, earning a Screen Actors Guild nomination and a BET Award for Best Actress. Other notable film roles include The Color Purple, Hidden Figures, Acrimony, Proud Mary, Think Like a Man and Think Like a Man Too, Smokin’ Aces, No Good Deed, and The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, which earned her an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress.

On television, Henson received multiple Primetime Emmy nominations, including one for a recent guest appearance on Abbott Elementary. She won a Golden Globe and became the first Black woman to win a Critics Choice Television Award for Best Actress in a Drama Series for her portrayal of Cookie Lyon on Empire. Her producorial work on Jaja’s African Hair Braiding earned a Tony Award nomination for Best Play in 2024.

In June 2024, she released her #1 New York Times best-selling and NAACP Image Award-winning children’s book, You Can Be a Good Friend (No Matter What!). Henson also released her New York Times best-selling memoir Around the Way Girl in 2016.

In 2018, Henson created the Boris L. Henson Foundation, to normalize and improve access to mental health services for Black communities in hopes of eradicating the stigma around seeking help and support. Furthering her passion for creating and uplifting her community and beyond, Henson founded TPH by Taraji in 2020, an award-winning brand of inclusive, spa-inspired products. In 2024, Henson further expanded her business portfolio as the strategic advisor and creative collaborator for Seven Daughters Moscato.

Cookson trip on M/Y Dream Papua New Guinea, 2024

An island-hopping yacht adventure in Papua New Guinea, pausing at deserted white-sand beaches. Iceland’s first floating glass igloos, set up for our private clients under the northern lights. Or a family celebration on a private Kenyan conservancy, complete with a rhino translocation. We know a thing or two about bringing a slice of comfort to the world’s most remote places.

DURAN DURAN

Duran Duran have always reveled in the shadows, playing with artistic, aesthetic, and emotional extremes. As much as you can move to the timeless chants of “Hungry Like the Wolf,” “Ordinary World,” or “Rio,” it feels most natural to do so under the cover of night. They’re the ultimate soundtrack to sharing secrets in close whispers on the dancefloor before the lights go up.

Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2022, they’ve sold north of 100 million records around the world in addition to scoring 18 American chart hits and 21 Top 20 UK smashes. Their various awards and accolades have included eight lifetime achievement awards, two GRAMMYs®, two Ivor Novellos, two BRIT Awards (including Outstanding Contribution to Music in 2004), and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

They penned the only James Bond theme to reach #1 in the U.S., while David Lynch helmed one of their most successful concert films. You can hear them sampled in songs by everyone from Notorious B.I.G. to 5 Seconds of Summer and in reverent covers by Muse, Deftones, and more. Rio has claimed spots on Q’s “100 Greatest British Albums,” NME’s “100 Greatest Albums of All Time,” and Pitchfork’s “Top 100 Albums of the 1980s.” Summing up their enduring impact, Vanity Fair proclaimed, “Duran Duran’s always been about constant innovation and the new.’” Given a penchant and flair for fashion, rock music never looked the same after their emergence either.

Their impact as style icons has been well-documented by WWD, Vogue, and more. In between selling out shows worldwide, the iconic UK quartet unearth bright melodies from darkness on their latest release, Danse Macabre, as they thread together new tunes, covers, and alternate versions of classics.

CIARA

Ciara is a GRAMMY® Award-winning singer/songwriter, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. Over her nearly twenty-year career, she has sold over 23 million records and 22 million singles worldwide, including chart-topping hits "Goodies," "Ride," "Oh," "1, 2 Step," "I Bet," "Level Up" and "How We Roll." Ciara is not only known for her vocal talent and dance moves, but she has starred in both film and television roles. Ciara is the founder and CEO of Beauty Marks Entertainment (BME), a company at the vanguard of the fast-changing music industry. With a business model built on fully supporting the artist, the female-led enterprise places Ciara at the forefront of forward-thinking entertainers taking an entrepreneurial approach to their careers. To that end, the company positions music at the intersection of Ciara's other passions: film, fashion, philanthropy, and technology.

In keeping with her entrepreneurial spirit, Ciara is the co-owner of Ten To One rum and recently launched her skincare line OAM (On A Mission), which provides clinical-level results through vitamin C. As part of her ongoing philanthropy work, Ciara sits on the board of the Why Not You Foundation, a charity launched by her husband Russell Wilson dedicated to empowering youth to lead with a 'why not you' attitude. Most recently they became New York Times bestselling authors with the release of their first children's book Why Not You? (Random House), which was inspired by the work they do through their foundation.

Ciara’s highly anticipated eighth studio album, CiCi, will be released on July 11, 2025.

ADAM LAMBERT

Adam Lambert (he/him) is a GRAMMY®-nominated singer/songwriter, actor, producer, philanthropist, and LGBTQ+ trailblazer.

The first openly gay male artist to reach No. 1 on the Billboard 200, Lambert has released five studio albums to date, selling millions of albums worldwide. After blowing everyone away on the eighth season of American Idol , Lambert went on to become GRAMMY®-nominated for his platinum-certified single “Whataya Want From Me” and has amassed an impressive catalogue featuring five Top 10s on Billboard’s Top Album Sales Chart.

Most recently, Lambert released his most liberated body of work to date with the hedonistic dance EP, AFTERS . In addition to a successful solo career, Lambert is no stranger to impressing crowds with his carefully curated transformation of other artists’ songs—from selling out stadiums worldwide as the frontman of the iconic band Queen, to the Kennedy Center Honors where he reduced Cher to tears with his delicate ballad rendition of “Believe.”

Alongside his impressive achievements in music, Lambert has showcased his acting chops in the hit TV series Glee , where he portrayed the character Elliott "Starchild" Gilbert. His voiceover work includes notable projects like Megamind Rules, Fraggle Rock, and Playmobil: The Movie . He hosts and co-produced the ITV documentary Adam Lambert: Out, Loud and Proud, appeared in the fourtime Academy Award-winning film Bohemian Rhapsody , and starred in the Sofia Coppola-produced feature film Fairyland , which world-premiered at the 2023 Sundance Film Festival. Onstage, Lambert's theatrical experience includes his critically acclaimed role as Emcee in the Tony Awardwinning production of Cabaret , marking his official Broadway debut, as well as the first National Tour and Los Angeles Company of WICKED (Ensemble, Fiyero U/S), and he will portray Judas in Jesus Christ Superstar at the Hollywood Bowl in August opposite Cynthia Erivo (Jesus).

SIMON DE PURY

Auctioneer, art dealer, curator, photographer, and DJ, Simon de Pury is one of the leading figures in the art world. Renowned for his legendary performances on the auction podium, which have earned him the moniker "the Mick Jagger of auctions," de Pury has auctioned and secured some of the most legendary art collections. Moreover, as an active charity auctioneer, it is estimated that de Pury has raised several billion dollars for a number of charities and cultural institutions over the course of his career.

As a mentor and curator, de Pury has been instrumental in championing the careers of many contemporary artists, photographers, and designers, and has been the subject of and featured in several documentaries and films, including BBC documentary The Man with the Golden Gavel and, more recently, Darren Star's comedy-drama series, Emily in Paris .

L’abus d’alcool est dangereux pour la santé, À consommer avec modération

This year, we’re commemorating 40 years of research leadership with a renewed commitment to finding a cure for the 40 million people living with HIV. 40 for40

This year, we’re commemorating our 40 years of research leadership with a renewed commitment to finding a cure for the 40 million people living with HIV. 40 for40

Since 1985, we’ve raised $920 million in support of our programs and awarded more than 3,800 grants to research teams worldwide

Since 1985, we’ve raised $920 million in support of our programs and awarded more than 3,800 grants to research teams worldwide.

In 2024, we supported 195 researchers in the U.S. and around the world and amfAR scientists published 56 papers in peer-reviewed journals,

Since 1993, amfAR Gala Cannes has raised $297 million to advance lifesaving research.

Since 1993, amfAR Gala Cannes has raised $297 million

In 2024, we supported 195 researchers in the U.S. and around the world and amfAR scientists published 56 papers in peerreviewed journals.

Today, children under the age of 15 are least likely to have access to lifesaving treatment, 53% of all people living with HIV are women and girls, and 3,600 people acquire HIV every day.

Thank you for your generous support of our lifesaving work.

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AUCTION DONORS

BERKELEY TRAVEL AND AMAN

ADRIEN BRODY CHOPARD

GEORGE CONDO

COOKSON ADVENTURES AND MIAVANA

DAVID BENRIMON FINE ART

ALEXANDRE DIOP

JAMES FRANCO

GEORGE HOYNINGEN-HUENE ESTATE

HEDLEY STUDIOS

JULIAN LENNON

CHRIS LEVINE

MADDOX GALLERY

CARINE ROITFELD SGC

CHRIS SUCCO

amfAR will accept cryptocurrency for the hammer price of all auction lots.

Payments made in cryptocurrency must equal the amount of the hammer price in euros for the winning bid at the time of payment.

If you have any questions, please email crypto@amfar.org.

Complete terms and conditions may be found on page 45.

AUCTION CATALOGUE

This event is of a public nature and will be filmed extensively.

JEFF KOONS

Gazing Ball (da Vinci Mona Lisa), 2016

Archival pigment print on Innova rag paper with inlaid mirrored glass

40.75 in. x 27.75 in. / 103.51 cm. x 70.49 cm.

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"[Gazing balls] are devices of connection. I want to participate, I always just wanted to be involved in a dialogue with the avant garde. This is my family, these are the artists that I have interest in, the joy that has enriched my life.”—Jeff Koons

A master appropriation artist, Jeff Koons reinvents da Vinci’s Mona Lisa through his Gazing Ball series. As each work in the series recreates some of the most recognized works in Western art history, Koons successfully places himself in the art historical canon. The artist subverts a beloved artwork by placing a blue mirrored glass “gazing ball” atop the surface of the work. The blue mirror in front of each image reflects both the viewer and the painting, encouraging audience participation and connecting them to cultural history. Koons has stated that the gazing ball “represents the vastness of the universe and at the same time the intimacy of right here, right now.”

Jeff Koons is one of the most influential, prominent, and controversial American contemporary artists of the postwar era, best known for sculptures of popular culture icons. Koons’s oeuvre explores commercialism, Pop aesthetics, advertisements, and the concept of the readymade. He addresses issues of taste, pleasure, celebrity, and commerce by raising popular culture and banal items to the realm of high art.

Many of the world's great contemporary art museums have hosted important solo exhibitions of the artist's work including the Whitney Museum in New York and the Centre Pompidou in Paris, and largescale sculptures are permanently installed in locations such as on the grounds of the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao and the Petit Palais in Paris.

amfAR has been honored to feature works by Jeff Koons, including the monumental sculpture Coloring Book, at previous editions of the amfAR Gala Cannes, and is pleased to bring this work featuring the world's most famous painting to this crucial event.

Courtesy of David Benrimon Fine Art (@benrimonfineart)

This artwork is under temporary admission from the United States. Shipping costs, storage fees, and all applicable taxes are the responsibility of the successful bidder. amfAR will accept cryptocurrency for the hammer price of all auction lots; please see terms and conditions on page 45.

GIANT PORTFOLIO

10 photographs from the film Giant , 1956

Digital print on glossy paper

Each print 43 in. x 43 in. / 109.22 cm. x 109.22 cm. (unframed)

This stunning collection of 10 photographs dates from the 1955 set of the Warner Brothers film Giant , starring Elizabeth Taylor, Rock Hudson, and James Dean. The film, an epic drama about members of a wealthy Texas ranching family confronting oil barons and the legacy of racism, received 10 Academy Award nominations, including Best Actor nods for Hudson and 24-year-old Dean, who tragically died in a car accident shortly after filming ended. An anonymous Warner Brothers staff photographer captured these Hollywood icons in moments of rest, laughter, and preparation between takes during the film's shoot in Marfa, Texas. The owner of these historical negatives has preserved them in mint condition, allowing for this beautiful portfolio to be presented here in Cannes tonight.

Almost 30 years after Giant , Rock Hudson became a leading man in a different way. He bravely announced to the world that he had been living with AIDS and became the first major celebrity to do so, pushing back against the stigmatization of the disease. Deeply touched by her friend’s illness, Elizabeth Taylor began to use her star power to bring much-needed attention—and dollars—to the fight against HIV/AIDS. She joined forces with Dr. Mathilde Krim and others to co-found amfAR and rally support for AIDS research. Rock Hudson became one of amfAR’s first donors, giving $250,000 shortly before his death.

Dame Elizabeth, amfAR’s Founding International Chairman, dedicated the rest of her life to ending AIDS, from testifying before Congress and visiting people living with HIV during their hospital stays to launching the fundraising event that 31 years later is still going strong—amfAR Gala Cannes.

Shipping costs, storage fees, and all applicable taxes are the responsibility of the successful bidder. amfAR will accept cryptocurrency for the hammer price of all auction lots; please see terms and conditions on page 45.

CHOPARD

Haute Joaillerie unique earrings from the Red Carpet Collection

Featuring 16.12 carats of pear-shaped yellow diamonds, 1.3 carats of marquise cut diamonds, and 18.86 carats of diamonds

Founded in 1860, Chopard, The Artisan of Emotions, perpetuates the heritage of traditional knowhow and ancestral crafts through contemporary and ethical creations. Cultivating limitless creativity, the Maison takes craftsmanship to peak levels through the work of passionate and experienced artisans. Moreover, since July 2018, Chopard has been the first watch and jewelry maker to use 100% Ethical Gold for the production of its watches and jewelry.

Chopard is run by the Scheufele family and masters more than 50 professions at its three production sites, where particular attention is paid to internal training and the transmission of know-how.

The Maison lives in step with its prestigious partnerships: A loyal official partner to the Cannes Film Festival since 1998, it has also been the official timekeeper of the legendary Italian 1000 Miglia classic car race since 1988.

Courtesy of (@chopard)

BERKELEY TRAVEL AND AMAN: ICONIC VILLA 20, AMANZOE, GREECE

Experience a rare opportunity for up to 16 guests to stay at Villa 20—the largest and most iconic villa at Amanzoe, Greece.

Villa 20 gained international fame as the filming location for Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery , serving as the luxurious retreat of the eccentric billionaire Miles Bron (Edward Norton).

Perched high on the Peloponnese peninsula like a modern-day acropolis, Villa 20 is a nine-bedroom architectural masterpiece inspired by classical Greece. Designed by Edward Tuttle and Marios Angelopoulos, it offers elegant indoor-outdoor living across six cascading levels. With nine suites and studios, eleven pools, and a 650-square-meter spa area, this extraordinary estate is supported by a dedicated team of 24 staff, including a private chef trained by Alain Ducasse. Spanning two hectares (four acres), the villa includes a full spa and a tenth suite at the Beach Cabana— complete with its own pool and direct beach access.

The villa’s private spa and wellness area, staffed by trained professionals, includes a steam room, sauna, cold plunge pool, whirlpool, fully equipped gym, yoga studio, and a 15-meter indoor pool with jetstream. Floor-toceiling windows allow the scents of herbs from the yoga and sun terrace to infuse the space. Throughout the estate, thoughtfully placed large-scale sculptures by renowned artists elevate the aesthetic.

Set amidst olive groves and rocky coves and just a short drive from Porto Heli and within reach of UNESCO-protected temples, tombs, and amphitheaters, Amanzoe is deeply embedded in the mythic landscape of classical Greece.

This exclusive package includes:

• Five (5) days / four (4) nights’ bed-and-breakfast accommodation for up to sixteen (16) guests at Villa 20, Amanzoe, including:

– three (3) master pavilions, each with its own private pool

– two (2) pavilions

– two (2) bedrooms

– two (2) studios

• Private lunch for sixteen (16) at Nura Beach Club (excluding alcohol)

• Signature dinner for sixteen (16) at Nama, the Japanese restaurant (excluding alcohol)

• Helicopter transfer from Athens International Airport for sixteen (16) guests

Courtesy of BERKELEY TRAVEL (@berkeleytravel) and AMAN (@aman)

Valid from June 1, 2025–June 30, 2026. Subject to availability. amfAR will accept cryptocurrency for the hammer price of all auction lots; please see terms and conditions on page 45.

A CR RUNWAY SHOW FROM CANNES WITH LOVE

FROM CANNES WITH LOVE A CR RUNWAY SHOW

Enter a world of elegance, espionage, and high fashion with this year’s electrifying auction lot—an exclusive runway collection of 27 looks from the world’s most iconic fashion houses. Curated by the incomparable Carine Roitfeld, the show draws inspiration from the intrigue and allure of the French Riviera as seen through the cinematic lens of a Bond-style universe.

“From Cannes With Love” pays homage to the iconic characters of international spy thrillers who are as powerful as they are mysterious. This year’s show reimagines these captivating personalities with a fresh, modern edge, celebrating the daring glamour, seductive confidence, and timeless style they embody.

The entire collection will be revealed during amfAR Gala Cannes in a live CR RUNWAY fashion show where top models will bring these characters to life on stage. This unforgettable presentation will celebrate the bold creativity and refined craftsmanship of each participating house.

Each look will be delivered to the winning bidder “as is,” ready to become a treasured piece in their personal fashion archive. (Please note: jewelry and accessories are not included in the lot.)

This is fashion as high-stakes glamour. This is “From Cannes With Love”—a Carine Roitfeld creation.

Curated by CARINE ROITFELD (@carineroitfeld)

The looks in the fashion show cannot be altered or resized. Shipping costs, storage fees, and all applicable taxes are the responsibility of the successful bidder. amfAR will accept cryptocurrency for the hammer price of all auction lots; please see terms and conditions on page 45.

AMI PARIS BALENCIAGA

CHANEL COURRÈGES

ATSUKO KUDO

HÔTEL DU CAP-EDEN-ROC FROM CANNES WITH LOVE

MAY 22, 2025

am thrilled to welcome you back to the iconic Hôtel du Cap for the return of our annual amfAR fashion show at amfAR Gala Cannes—an unforgettable evening that continues to celebrate the fusion of high fashion, cinematic fantasy, and meaningful impact.

MIU MIU NINA RICCI

JACQUEMUS NORTHFACE X SKIMS

LAQUAN SMITH LOEWE LOUIS VUITTON

For over a decade, I’ve had the honor of curating the CR Runway x amfAR show—a project born from my deep passion for beauty, storytelling, and philanthropy. Together, we’ve raised awareness and vital funds for amfAR’s lifesaving AIDS research, and this year, our ambition is greater than ever.

For 2025, we invite you into a world of mystery, glamour, and intrigue with our newest theme, “From Cannes With Love.” This year’s collection draws inspiration from the timeless allure of spy thrillers and the elegance of the French Riviera, reimagining a cast of bold, unforgettable characters through the visionary lens of fashion’s most celebrated houses. Expect sharp tailoring, cinematic silhouettes, and daring designs that blend sophistication with suspense.

But beyond the fantasy lies our true purpose. This runway is more than a celebration of style—it is a call to action. Every look is a symbol of progress. Every bid, every guest, every moment contributes to the fight against HIV/AIDS and brings us one step closer to a cure.

To the designers, collaborators, models, and extraordinary teams that have poured their energy into this year’s production, extend my most heartfelt gratitude. Your creativity and commitment are what make this show so unforgettable.

And to you, our cherished supporters, extend my personal invitation to join us for a night of high fashion, high stakes, and high impact—where elegance meets espionage, and beauty drives change.

With love, Carine Roitfeld

CHRIS SUCCO

Dawn, 2024

Oil on canvas

84 in. x 67 in. / 213.36 cm. x 170.18 cm.

German-born artist Chris Succo (b. 1979) attended the Kunstakademie Düsseldorf, where he was awarded Meisterschüler by Prof. Georg Herold in 2009, and the Royal College of Art, graduating from the latter in 2012.

At the heart of Succo's artistic practice is painting. However, through his ongoing drive to develop new pictorial inventions and the resulting material research and experimentations, he is constantly expanding it to include photography, sculpture, and installation elements. While his visual language is formally rooted in the tradition of Abstract Expressionism, another characteristic feature of many works is that they are imbued with individual impressions and experiences and draw on influences from both subcultures and popular culture.

With his latest series, the Connecticut Paintings , he leaves his usual paths and concentrates on what is essential—painting. There is nothing left of the material experiments of earlier works or the spatial character of past exhibitions. The painted picture in its very own materiality—color and canvas—confronts us viewers with its full force. All concentration is directed towards the basic elements of the medium, with the aim of finding oneself in the painting, regardless of all external circumstances. After Succo completely banished color from his works in his previous series, it now returns dynamically in the Connecticut Paintings . The newly created series is based on intensive color research, which he devoted himself to during a residency at the Josef and Anni Albers Foundation in Connecticut. Far away from everyday life and everything familiar, surrounded by pristine nature, he has created an organic color palette that has absorbed its surroundings and unites almost the entire range of colors. It includes earth tones such as brown or beige, deep, intense blue and delicate pink, through to violet, bright red, and yellow.

His works have been shown in solo and group exhibitions at the Ludwig Museum, Koblenz; Kunstverein Heppenheim; Salon Kennedy, Frankfurt; Villa Schöningen, Potsdam; Galerie Stadt Sindelfingen; the Almine Rech Gallery, Paris, London, Brussels, and Shanghai; as well as at The Journal Gallery, New York and Los Angeles, to name a few. Works by the artist are represented in the following private and public collections: Museum Kunstpalast, Düsseldorf; Kunstsammlung NRW, Düsseldorf; Chanel Collection; Museum of Contemporary Art, Chicago; Collection of the National Bank; and the Peter Marino Art Foundation, among others.

The artist currently lives and works in Düsseldorf, Germany.

Courtesy of the artist (@chrissucco) and The Journal Gallery

SGC IMPOSSIBLE BARREL: ONE CEREMONY. ONE LEGACY.

An unparalleled bespoke bottling ceremony in front of your guests

A bespoke bottling ceremony

The renowned SGC team arrives to conduct an exclusive bottling ceremony for you at your home. Each bottle is filled, corked, and labeled on-site, creating a spectacle of craftsmanship and exclusivity.

The wine will be bottled in formats of your choice—from classic 750 ml bottles to majestic 3-liter bottles— each bearing personalized labels such as: Mise en Bouteille at the Bidder Estate for Mr. and Mrs. [Names], Bottle 1 of 100.

It is more than a wine; it is a moment of prestige and a testament to your legacy.

A full barrel of Bordeaux’s most groundbreaking wine

This is a full barrel of SGC—the revolutionary Grand Vin from Bordeaux, described as the greatest disruption in fine wine in over two centuries. Produced in microscopic quantities with unmatched precision, this is the pinnacle of Bordeaux craftsmanship.

Unattainable on the market

SGC wines are offered exclusively by invitation and through strict allocation, reserved for a private circle of collectors. Even the most seasoned connoisseurs have not been able to secure what is offered here. Some have waited over three years until the capacity of SGC allows them to be welcomed.

Delivered directly to your estate—worldwide

The barrel and experience are delivered to your estate anywhere in the world, with white-glove service by the SGC team to ensure flawless handling.

An experience reserved for global luminaries

This is the same experience commissioned by distinguished figures such as H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco, who has secured his private SGC barrel.

By acquiring this lot, you will join the rare circle of those privileged to host such an extraordinary experience.

A wine. A legacy. An impossible opportunity.

The rarest SGC experience ever offered at auction—never to be repeated.

Courtesy of Arnaud Christiaens, SGC Wine Founder (@sgc.wines.official, @sgcwines)

FAST X HERO CAR: DODGE CHARGER SRT HELLCAT WIDEBODY

This is no ordinary Dodge Charger. Featured front and center in Fast X (Fast & Furious 10) , this 2021 Dodge Charger Widebody served as the hero car, the main vehicle driven by Vin Diesel’s Dominic Toretto during the film’s intense chase sequences.

Built for both looks and performance, this charcoal grey widebody boasts a powerful V8 engine and aggressive stance, perfectly suited for navigating Rome’s narrow, historic streets. It wasn’t just for show— this Charger led some of the most adrenaline-fueled scenes in the movie, performing high-speed drifts, tight turns, and stunt-heavy sequences through cobblestone alleys and past ancient landmarks.

This is the actual car used in the movie, not a background or duplicate stunt vehicle. It carries authentic battle scars—scratches, scuffs, and dings—all earned on set during filming. Each mark is a testament to its role in the action, adding authenticity and character to an already iconic machine. Whether it was evading explosions or outmaneuvering adversaries, this Charger was pushed to its limits. It stands as a piece of cinematic history—representing not only Dom Toretto’s unwavering resolve but also the franchise’s legacy of speed, muscle, and family.

For any Fast & Furious fan or collector, this is a rare opportunity to own a genuine piece of the saga.

Courtesy of an anonymous amfAR supporter

COOKSON ADVENTURES

Miavana Private Island: Madagascan Heli Adventure for Eight

Not only will you enjoy the likes of world-class spa treatments, fine Champagne-accompanied dining and beachfront infinity pools at one of the world’s top private islands, but—traveling with Cookson Adventures—you can expect a full complement of serious fun.

With helicopters almost on standby, fly out for everything from waterfall picnic swims and gourmet breakfast setups among Madagascar’s baobab trees to treks with the island’s iconic lemurs and ATV rides to secret caves. Here you’ll explore with leading local researchers. Then a boat day will see you island hop to snorkel with marine wildlife, try a full range of watersports and indulge with a lunch setup on pristine sands.

Back at base, you’ll stay in two 2-bedroom villas. A vision of minimalist design, you’ll be treated to your included spa treatments here, as well as ocean-facing tubs and private pools, all attended by personal butlers. Outside your villas, make use of the well-equipped gym, rooftop lounge, and superlative fine-dining restaurant.

There’s also plenty more to keep you occupied, from windsurfing, wakeboarding, and ATV rides to fishing, stand-up paddleboard yoga, and turtle monitoring. Alongside an excellent dive center, look out for humpbacks and dolphins as you go.

Package includes:

• Five (5) nights at Miavana for eight (8) adults in two (2) 2-bedroom villas

• All activities and heli flights mentioned above, including special setups, flightseeing, boat days, wildlife viewing, ATV rides, and watersports, including diving

• All meals for duration of trip

• Drinks, including select premium wines, Champagnes, and top-shelf spirits

• A Cookson Adventures team member to host and guide throughout

• Roundtrip heli transfers from local airports including fast-track service

• Spa treatment per guest

• Laundry service, and all local taxes and levies

Valid for travel between May 22, 2025, and May 22, 2026. Excludes international flights, tips and gratuities, visas and vaccinations (if required), travel insurance, and conservation fee of $300 per person per night. Some activities are seasondependent. Only soft baggage of 15 kg per person is permitted, with additional 3 kg of cabin baggage.

Courtesy of Cookson Adventures & Miavana

ALEXANDRE DIOP

L’opulence rend inconscient, 2025

Mixed media on wood

45.2 in. x 37.4 in. / 115 cm. x 95 cm.

Alexandre Diop (b. 1995, Paris, France) is a Franco-Senegalese artist based in Paris, Dakar, Vienna, and Berlin. His process is deeply rooted in a meticulous exploration of the physicality of his materials. Diop has developed the concept of Object Image, utilizing everyday—and often discarded—materials and objects such as metal, found items from the streets or junkyards, fabrics, books, photographs, colors, anatomical elements, as well as transformative processes like fire and rust.

Acting as multilayered narratives, Diop’s works delve deeply into his own experiences, alongside broader observations and interpretations of the world. Inspired by contemporary realities, and cultural and subcultural practices across Europe, Africa, Asia, South America, and the U.S., as well as diverse musical genres ranging from noise to hip-hop, Diop presents a rich tapestry of inquiries, socio-political themes, and art-historical references. Diop also founded the artist collective Le Mouton Noir during his time in Berlin.

The Rubell Museum in Miami selected Alexandre Diop for its 2022 artist residency, which concluded with a solo exhibition. That same year, Ekow Eshun curated "The New African Portraiture: Shariat Collections" at Kunsthalle Krems, Austria, which featured Diop prominently. In 2023, Alexandre became the first contemporary artist to exhibit his works among the anatomical wax collection at the Josephinum, Museum of Medical History, in Vienna. He was also included in the group exhibition "Being Mortal" at the Dom Museum in Vienna and had a solo exhibition, "Jooba Jubba, l’Art du Défi, the Art of Challenge," at the Rubell Museum in Washington, D.C.

In 2024, Alexandre was part of the exhibitions "The Beauty of Diversity," Albertina Modern, Vienna; "Invisible Luggage," Historic Hampton House, Miami; and "Collection Highlights," Rubell Museum, Miami. In 2025, Diop’s drawings were presented as part of "De Sculptura," an exhibition at Albertina Klosterneuburg, while this month Diop is a part of a two-person exhibition alongside Keith Haring at CFHILL in Stockholm. His art is included in major public and private institutions such as Albertina Museum (Vienna), Rubell Museum (Miami), AMA Collection Venice (Italy), Kunsthalle Krems (Austria), Espacio Tacuari (Buenos Aires), the Smithsonian (Washington, D.C.), and The Bunker Artspace (West Palm Beach).

Courtesy of the artist (@lejeunediable)

ADRIEN BRODY

Unfinished, 2025

Mixed media

Approx. 64 in. x 80 in. / 162.56 cm. x 203.2 cm.

Adrien Brody is a two-time Academy Award winner for Best Actor. In 2003, he received both the Oscar and the César Award for his portrayal of Holocaust survivor Władysław Szpilman in The Pianist , becoming the youngest actor ever to win the Academy Award in that category.

Earlier this year, Brody earned the Academy Award, BAFTA, Golden Globe, and Critics Choice Award for Best Actor for his performance as László Toth in Brady Corbet’s The Brutalist . He also portrayed playwright Arthur Miller opposite Ana de Armas in the 2022 film Blonde , a fictionalized biopic of Marilyn Monroe, the subject of this work.

In the fall of 2024, Brody made his London stage debut, playing death-row inmate Nick Yarris in Lindsey Ferrentino’s The Fear of 13 . His performance earned him a Laurence Olivier Award nomination for Best Actor.

Brody also heads the production company Fable House Films, which produced and financed the 2022 feature Clean . In addition to starring in the film, he co-wrote the script and score.

Alongside his cinematic work, Brody is an accomplished painter and visual artist. His first collection, Hotdogs, Hamburgers and Handguns , debuted at Art Basel in 2015, followed by Hooked , which premiered during New York Art Week the following year. This artwork is from a new series of works that Brody has been working on for years in his studio. This image from the new series marks the first new painted work to be exhibited publicly since Brody's 2016 Hooked series.

Born and raised in New York City, Brody studied drama at LaGuardia High School of Performing Arts and the American Academy of Dramatic Arts. His mother, renowned photographer Sylvia Plachy, has work held in the permanent collection of MoMA and is currently exhibiting at the Robert Capa Foundation in Budapest.

His original artworks have raised over $2 million for global charities including amfAR, the Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation, and UNICEF. While Brody has long been a supporter of amfAR, this is a rare opportunity to purchase one of his artworks at auction and coincides with his historic second Academy Award.

of the artist (@adrienbrody)

Courtesy

ANDY WARHOL

Mick Jagger F&S II.140, 1975

Screenprint on Arches Aquarelle (rough) paper

43.5 in. x 29 in. / 110.49 cm. x 73.66 cm.

AP 39/50 from an edition of 250 with 50 APs, 3 PPs, signed by the artist in pencil lower right and numbered in pencil lower left

Mick Jagger 140 by Andy Warhol is part of Warhol's iconic portfolio of ten Mick Jagger artworks. This print is signed by both Andy Warhol and Mick Jagger.

Created in 1975, this exceptional work symbolizes not only Warhol’s close friendship with Jagger but also his turn to some non-representational techniques, such as the abstract blocks and scribbles. Each print in the portfolio uses a different photograph of Jagger as well as Warhol’s distinctive collage-like style to emphasize different features of the subject. Similarly, Warhol added pencil detailing, which contributes to the mixed-media style.

This particular print slices the rock star in half, dividing his face between the photographed version and a pen-sketched drawing of his face. The light green background contrasts with the abstract pink slashes on the image, making for a classic Pop art portrait. Finally, Warhol adds extra detailing and linework to the left eye, nose, and lips. Ultimately, Mick Jagger 140 is one of the most delicately composed portraits from the series, considered the finest of the set by many for its vibrant colors.

In almost all of Warhol’s celebrity portfolios, he uses the theme of repetition to emphasize the constant attention celebrities receive in the media, and the way their personalities are mass-marketed—the Mick Jagger portfolio from 1975 is no exception. Enthralled by celebrities and fame, Warhol often immersed himself in the celebrity lifestyle by hosting eccentric parties at The Factory. Many celebrities commonly appeared at his parties, including his infamous band of “superstars.” Warhol took advantage of these gatherings to engage with celebrities and gather inspiration for his art.

Warhol created portraits of many well-known figures including Albert Einstein, Marilyn Monroe, and Muhammad Ali, and his Double Elvis and Triple Elvis are among the most valuable paintings of all time. Warhol's collaboration with Jagger was unique—in addition to this series of prints, Warhol created a famous cover for a Rolling Stones album that featured a controversial close-up of a man's crotch in tight jeans with a workable zipper.

During his lifetime, Warhol was a steadfast supporter of amfAR, generously donating artworks that raised millions of dollars. In 1986, he hosted one of amfAR’s earliest fundraising events at the New York Academy of Art.

Courtesy of Maddox Gallery (@maddoxgallery)

GEORGE CONDO

Smiling Goddess, 2025

Acrylic, pastel, and metallic paint on paper

60 in. x 40.5 in. / 152.4 cm. x 102.9 cm.

67.3 in x 48.75 in / 171.1 cm. x 123.8 cm. (framed)

Signed and dated upper left

George Condo has created a one-of-a-kind artwork exclusively for auction at this year's amfAR Gala Cannes. This unique work underscores Condo’s longstanding commitment to artistic innovation and philanthropic causes.

Born in 1957 in Concord, New Hampshire, George Condo lives and works in New York City. He studied Art History and Music Theory at the University of Massachusetts in Lowell before launching a multifaceted career that began in New York's East Village with his contemporaries Jean-Michel Basquiat and Keith Haring. In the early 1980s, he immersed himself in Old Master techniques in Los Angeles and traveled to Europe for the first time where he created most of the works for his first oneman exhibition at the Barbara Gladstone and Pat Hearn galleries in 1984.

Condo spent a decade in Europe, primarily in Paris, where he developed his signature style of "artificial realism" and began experimenting with sculpture. Since returning to New York in 1995, he has been the recipient of multiple awards, including the American Academy of Arts and Letters’ Academy Award in Art.

A leading influence in the contemporary art world for over four decades, Condo has had numerous major solo museum exhibitions worldwide. His 2011 exhibition Mental States toured four separate institutions: the New Museum in New York, the Hayward in London, the Schirn in Frankfurt, and the Boijmans in Rotterdam. Recent highlights include Humanoids at the Nouveau Musée National de Monaco (2023), The Picture Gallery at the Long Museum in Shanghai (2021), and The Way I Think (2017), a traveling retrospective of his works on paper as well as numerous works on canvas borrowed from prestigious collections, originating from the Phillips Collection in Washington, D.C., and traveling to the Louisiana in Denmark. His work has appeared in prestigious biennials such as Venice (2013, 2019), Lyon, Gwangju, and the Whitney.

Condo's paintings are held in the world’s leading public collections, including MoMA, the Whitney, the Guggenheim, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Centre Pompidou, Tate Modern, and The Broad among many others.

He has an upcoming retrospective at the Musée d’Art Moderne in Paris in October of 2025, encompassing Condo’s creative evolution from the early 80s to the present.

Courtesy of the artist (@artistgeorgecondo)

CHRIS LEVINE

Unique Artwork and Rare Portrait Sitting Opportunity

Queen Elizabeth II, 2025

Giclée print with pastel drawing and hand-applied micro Swarovski crystals

57.9 in. x 65.3 in. / 147.3 cm. x 166 cm.

Unique

Chris Levine is an artist who works across many mediums in pursuit of a meditative experience through image and form. His medium is Light, and in the case of his portraiture the artist talks about capturing the inner Light. Levine is perhaps best known for producing what is already being described as one of the most iconic images of the twentyfirst century: Lightness of Being . With light as its message, the sensational portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II presents an utterly fresh depiction of a woman, who for almost a century, was the most famous woman in the world.

Levine had two historic sittings at Buckingham Palace for which he styled the Queen, selecting her clothes and jewelry for the portrait including the ceremonial diamond diadem crown. The National Portrait Gallery called it “the most evocative image of a Royal by any artist.”

This one-of-a-kind version of the color Lightness of Being , printed over images from the Equanimity sittings, is a first-time creation. It is additionally adorned with pastel hand drawings to further add to its uniqueness.

In addition to receiving this incredible print, the winning bidder will have the opportunity to follow in the footsteps of Queen Elizabeth II and have their own portrait sitting with Chris Levine at his Mayfair studio in London. Levine’s past subjects for his portrait sittings have included Kate Moss, Naomi Campbell, Sir Paul Smith, the Dalai Lama, Grace Jones, Gilbert and George, Giorgio Armani, Banksy, and others. Many of his portraits are in the permanent collections of major museums throughout the world.

Levine has had solo exhibitions at numerous institutions and galleries, including a 2021 career-defining solo exhibition at the prestigious Houghton Hall, England, following James Turrell, Anish Kapoor, Damien Hirst, and Henry Moore. Other exhibitions include Collectors Contemporary, Singapore; Annenberg Foundation, Los Angeles; Museum of Modern Art, New York; the National, Scotland; and at The Royal Opera House, Saatchi Gallery, Moco Museum, and National Portrait Gallery in London.

Courtesy of the artist (@chrislevine)

Photo by Nina Duncan

JULIAN LENNON/BONOPHOTOGRAPH

Someone To Look Up To, 2010

Archival photographic print

85.97 in. x 58.38 in. / 218.36 cm. x 148.28 cm. (framed)

Someone To Look Up To is a breathtaking collaboration woven from the threads of legacy, creativity, and mutual respect, brought to life by the artistic souls of Julian Lennon and Bono. Captured during a creative retreat in the South of France in 2021, the photograph immortalizes a poignant moment—Julian, deeply engaged in conversation with Bono, suddenly discovers a photo of his legendary father, John Lennon, quietly framed in the backdrop. This singular image encapsulates a profound narrative of familial bonds and the weight of influence, allowing viewers to glimpse the intimate interplay of reflection and reverence. In a recent reunion, Julian and Bono returned to this evocative photograph, sparking a moment of collective inspiration that birthed this extraordinary piece—an artistic testament to their shared journey and signed by both artists, offering a tangible connection to their intertwined legacies.

Julian Lennon—singer/songwriter, philanthropist, documentary filmmaker, children’s book author, UNESCO Peace Laureate, award-winning literacy advocate, and fine art photographer—has long supported amfAR and generously donated this unique artwork for this year’s amfAR Gala Cannes. Beyond music, Lennon’s artistry extends into photography and literature. In 2024, he released his first coffee table book, Life’s Fragile Moments , a stunning visual chronicle of his life, travels, and philanthropic work. A dedicated humanitarian, Julian founded The White Feather Foundation in 2007 to protect Indigenous cultures and later expanded its mission to include education, health, clean water, and environmental initiatives. In 2015, he launched The Cynthia Lennon Scholarship for Girls in memory of his mother.

Bono is best known as the lead singer and frontman of the rock band U2, which he co-founded in 1976. Renowned for his distinctive voice and passionate lyrics, Bono has contributed to the band's success with hits like "With or Without You," "One," and "Beautiful Day." Beyond his music career, he is a prominent activist, advocating for humanitarian causes, including global health, poverty alleviation, and human rights through various initiatives, including the ONE Campaign. Bono's influence extends beyond music, as he has received numerous accolades for his artistic achievements and philanthropic efforts.

This signed photograph is a unique, emotionally resonant collector’s piece from two artists whose lives and work continue to inspire across generations and disciplines.

Courtesy of the artist (@julespicturepalace)

Julian Lennon photographed by Marilyn Clark

ULTIMATE LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX EXPERIENCE FOR 6

Wynn Las Vegas | November 20–23, 2025

Get ready for the thrill of a lifetime with this exclusive VIP package for six at the 2025 Las Vegas Grand Prix. This unforgettable experience combines the adrenaline of Formula 1 with world-class luxury and entertainment.

Your group of six will enjoy three nights in three luxurious Tower Suites at the iconic Wynn Las Vegas, offering elegance, comfort, and impeccable service. With your six Paddock Club tickets, you will have the benefit of premium race access, gourmet hospitality, and unparalleled views of the action.

The glamour doesn’t stop at the track. You will also receive six premium seats at the amfAR Las Vegas gala, one of the city’s most dazzling events, attended by celebrities, philanthropists, and icons. Enjoy a night of high fashion, fine dining, and inspiring fundraising, including an exclusive backstage meet-and-greet with the event’s host.

Cap off the experience with a private table for six at Delilah, Wynn’s famed supper club. Indulge in elevated cuisine, live entertainment, and the chic atmosphere that draws A-listers from around the world.

This is more than a weekend getaway—it’s the ultimate fusion of speed, style, and sophistication.

Package includes:

• Three (3) nights' accommodation for six (6) [three (3) rooms] at Wynn Tower Suites

• Six (6) Paddock Club tickets to the Las Vegas Grand Prix

• Six (6) premium seats at the amfAR Gala + backstage meet and greet

• Private table for six (6) at Delilah

Dates: November 20-23, 2025. Airfare not included. Exact itinerary subject to final scheduling. Shipping costs, storage fees, and all applicable taxes are the responsibility of the successful bidder. amfAR will accept cryptocurrency for the hammer price of all auction lots; please see terms and conditions on page 45.

GEORGE HOYNINGEN-HUENE: JOSEPHINE BAKER AND BALENCIAGA

Josephine Baker, circa 1929

Balenciaga, 1938

Platinum palladium print, printed 2022

Paper size ca. 39.37 in. x 29.92 in. / 100 cm. x 76 cm.

Image size ca. 35.43 in. x 27.55 in. / 90 cm. x 70 cm.

Each print is from an edition of 8 + 2 A P s

Baron George Hoyningen-Huene (1900–1968) worked during the golden age of couture fashion and Hollywood cinema, and ranks alongside Steichen, Horst, Penn, and Avedon as one of the most prominent, innovative, and influential fashion photographers of the past century. Born in St. Petersburg, he spent time in London before moving to Paris in the 1920s, where he created photographs for Vogue and Vanity Fair . In 1935, Hoyningen-Huene joined Harper’s Bazaar magazine, where he continued to capture the fashions and stars that defined glamour, grace, and style in the early twentieth century.

In 2020 the George Hoyningen-Huene Estate Archives launched a new series of limited-edition platinum palladium prints, including Josephine Baker and Balenciaga . The creation of these photographs has been undertaken with the utmost care and consideration for the photographer’s original vision. The process, which employs metals more precious than gold, results in a lush, matte surface and tones that range from velvety blacks to delicate whites.

Hoyningen-Huene made several striking portraits of the Jazz Age icon and civil rights campaigner Josephine Baker (1906–1975) for Vanity Fair magazine, in which she wore hoop earrings and three goldplated “Giraffe” necklaces inlaid with lacquer, the design of the Art Deco master craftsman Jean Dunand.

A portrait of Baker by Hoyningen-Huene featured in the groundbreaking 1929 exhibition “Film und Foto der 20er Jahre,” which celebrated contemporary photography as both an art form and a transformative means of communication. Almost a century later, this portrait of her was included in the 2024 exhibition “Josephine Baker: Icon in Motion” at the Neue Nationalgalerie in Berlin.

Hoyningen-Huene frequently used sculptures to add a luxurious, classical note to his photographic sets. In the featured image, shot for Harper’s Bazaar , he combined a sculpture and fresh flowers with a black lace evening gown by Spanish couturier Cristóbal Balenciaga to create a supremely romantic picture. The model’s carefully coiffed hair and thin, arched eyebrows evoke the style of 1930s movie stars such as Marlene Dietrich and Greta Garbo.

Courtesy of Tommy and Åsa Rönngren, George Hoyningen-Huene Estate Archives

HEDLEY STUDIOS BUGATTI BABY II: MONACO GRAND PRIX EDITION

A Racing Legend Reincarnated as a Rare Piece of Drivable Art

Relive the inaugural Monaco Grand Prix of 1929, where the legendary William Grover-Williams clinched victory in a Bugatti Type 35B. As the most successful British racing driver of the 1920s, Grover-Williams not only won the first-ever Monaco GP but also dominated the French Grand Prix in 1928 and 1929. His Monaco GP triumph is etched in the annals of racing history, marking the first win in what would later become the most prestigious Grand Prix in the world. The Bugatti Type 35B, renowned for its speed and elegance, was the choice of eight out of the 16 drivers who started the 1929 Monaco GP. With dark green livery and the famous number '12', this car beat the heavily-favored Mercedes driven by Rudolf Caracciola, showcasing the prowess of Bugatti engineering.

Bugatti stands at the pinnacle of automotive prestige, beauty, and precision engineering reserved for a privileged few. The legendary Bugatti Type 35 was famed for both its remarkable winning streak and its groundbreaking design. Winning over 1,000 races made it one of the era’s most successful race cars, while its aerodynamic efficiency profoundly influenced future race car design.

Bugatti commissioned Ben Hedley to craft a commemorative edition for the marque’s 110 th anniversary. The resulting Bugatti Baby II is this 75% scale artful reinterpretation developed using a full 3D scan of an original 1924 French Grand Prix car brought into the twenty-first century by its zero-emission electric propulsion system. The arched radiator is immediately recognizable, as is the tapered stern. Authentic period features include a mahogany Nardi steering wheel and leather bonnet straps, while design elements adapted from today’s Bugatti include the turned aluminum dashboard, and a ‘Speed Key,’ inspired by the Chiron, offering an exhilarating driving experience. The body is hand-formed aluminum, with interiors in saddle brown leather.

This rare, limited edition collector’s item is a work of drivable art handcrafted by the Hedley Studios artisans in their workshop at Bicester Heritage in Oxfordshire. It is numbered, signed and adorned with both an official Bugatti chassis plate and a signature solid silver Bugatti macaron reflecting its legendary place in automotive history.

Courtesy of (@hedley.studios)

JAMES FRANCO

1984–1990 , 2006

Acrylic on canvas

60 in. x 120 in. / 152.4 cm. x 304.8 cm.

“Artists are no longer like Wordsworth walking around the hills looking for inspiration; flowers and trees are not our experience; mass media creates our shared experience.”—James Franco

James Franco (b. 1978) is an actor, filmmaker, writer, designer, and artist based in Los Angeles. After completing his bachelor’s degree in English from UCLA in June 2008, Franco simultaneously enrolled in four MFA programs, earning degrees in fiction writing from Brooklyn College; filmmaking from Columbia University and New York University, Tisch; new media from Rhode Island School of Design (RISD); and poetry from Warren Wilson College. Notably, Franco continued his literature education, enrolling in Yale's English PhD program and the University of Houston's Creative Writing PhD program.

In August 2010, James Franco, RISD professor Francisco J. Ricardo, and Gus Van Sant taught the first MoMA PS1 “Summer School,” a laboratory workshop based on the European summer academy model. This led to a 2011 two-person exhibition, "James Franco and Gus Van Sant: Unfinished," at Gagosian Gallery, Beverly Hills. The same summer, Franco’s first solo show, "James Franco: The Dangerous Book Four Boys,” opened at New York’s Clocktower Gallery and traveled to Berlin’s Peres Projects. It was here that Franco began utilizing the autobiographical themes that have continued to influence all aspects of his work.

Throughout the aughts, Franco collaborated with John Carter to create the short film Erased , and also with Douglas Gordon, Harmony Korine, Damon McCarthy, Paul McCarthy, Terry Richardson, Ed Ruscha, and Aaron Young to mount two Rebel Without a Cause -themed shows.

His next shows included the Hitchcock-inspired "Psycho Nacirema" at Pace London (2013); “New Film Stills” at Pace New York (2014), an homage to Cindy Sherman; a collaboration with Kalup Linzy at Bob Rauschenberg Gallery (2017); and the autobiographical “Pipe Brothers: Tom and James Franco” at Arizona State University Art (2017). In 2024, Franco unveiled his latest series, Hollywood is Hell , at Galerie Gmurzynska in Zürich, which combined collage and autobiography to create a portrait of Los Angeles during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Courtesy of the artist and Rabbit Bandini Productions LLC, and Galerie Gmurzynska (@gmurzynska)

This artwork is under temporary admission from Switzerland.

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Since then, many bold names have followed in Dame Elizabeth’s footsteps—Antonio Banderas, Harry Belafonte, Cher, Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hanks, Janet Jackson, Milla Jovovich, Heidi Klum, Jennifer Lopez, Madonna, Julia Roberts, Zhang Ziyi, and the list goes on. Here is a sampling of quotes from some of amfAR’s celebrity advocates.

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ELIZABETH TAYLOR

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RICHARD GERE

“Right now 40 million people around the world are living with HIV. Every single minute there are two more. Every single minute one person dies of AIDS-related causes.”

JULIANNA MARGULIES

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