Joss Stone to Perform at Elton John's 12th Annual AIDS Foundation Party

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The 16-year-old phenom Joss Stone is set to perform at the 12th Annual Elton John AIDS Foundation party on Oscar night, February 29, 2004. The intimate gathering, presented by In Style magazine and Bentley Motors, will feature a who's who of celebrity guests, including Beck, Seal, Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne, Carmen Electra, and Sir Elton John himself. Stone's performance will culminate in a special duet with Sir Elton John, showcasing her unique blend of vintage soul.

Key Takeaways:

  • Joss Stone will perform at the 12th Annual Elton John AIDS Foundation party on Oscar night, February 29, 2004.
  • The event, presented by In Style magazine and Bentley Motors, will feature a who's who of celebrity guests, including Beck, Seal, Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne, Carmen Electra, and Sir Elton John.
  • Stone's performance will culminate in a special duet with Sir Elton John, showcasing her unique blend of vintage soul.
  • The Elton John AIDS Foundation has raised over $500,000 for the cause in the past year alone.
  • The event will be broadcast on "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" on February 24, 2004, featuring Stone's debut performance.
  • The Elton John AIDS Foundation was established in 1992 by Sir Elton John and has since distributed over $50 million in grants worldwide.
  • In Style magazine, a leading fashion and celebrity lifestyle publication, will be celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2004.
  • Bentley Motors, a luxury grand touring car manufacturer, will be showcasing its unique design signatures and performance capabilities at the event.

Statistics:

  • $500,000: the amount raised by the Elton John AIDS Foundation via the 11th annual viewing party.
  • $50 million: the total amount distributed in grants worldwide by the Elton John AIDS Foundation since its inception.
  • 1992: the year the Elton John AIDS Foundation was established by Sir Elton John.
  • 2004: the year In Style magazine will celebrate its 10th anniversary.
  • 1919: the year Bentley Motors was founded and began producing luxurious grand touring cars.
  • 1,000: the number of craftsmen and women who contribute to the production of Bentley Motors cars each year.

Sources:

  • IN STYLE magazine, launched in June 1994 by Time Inc.
  • Bentley Motors, a luxury grand touring car manufacturer since 1919.
  • The Elton John AIDS Foundation, established in 1992 by Sir Elton John.
  • BroadVoice, a new Internet-based phone service launching March 1, 2004.
  • Rogers & Cowan, public relations agency representing the Elton John AIDS Foundation.
  • Convergent Networks, parent company of BroadVoice.