Famed Aussies Kylie Minogue, Naomi Watts, and More Gathered to Raise Money for Bushfire Relief Efforts – Vogue

There was a spirit of resilience that wafted around Skylight Modern Thursday night as a crowd donning their finest tuxedos and gowns came together for this years American Australian Association Art Awards. Pop icon Kylie Minogue and author Peter Carey were recognized as the 2020 honorees, while Euphorias Jacob Elordi was bestowed with the Rising Star accolade.

Usually a silent auction fundraiserwith an opulent lot including David Yurman accessories and tickets to the Australian operato aid young Australian creatives, last nights event turned its eye toward the bushfires plaguing the country and directed this years proceeds to the relief efforts.

I dont think we could be here celebrating much without doing something, said Minogue in a silken Ralph & Russo dress. The world moves on and we have to continue to inspire others.

And inspire they did. The nights guests came from all sectors of the creative industries and included Zendaya (in Christopher Esber), Katie Holmes (in Khaite), Naomi Watts (in Toni Matievski), George Maple, Deborra-Lee Furness, Jake Shears, Jordan Barrett, Victoria Lee, Anne V, Bridget Malcolm, and other notable Aussies.

Co-honoree, Peter Carey, went on to share with guests how a call to his editor describing the sounds of the animals during the fires elicited a sudden realization that the world will never be the same. But Carey remains optimistic. If there is one positive thing that is to come from this horrific event, its awareness. Its a wake-up call, he said.

To lighten the mood, guests were treated to an ethereal performance by singer Maple and a dinner of rosemary lamb loin accompanied by roasted field mushrooms and Jerusalem artichokes, with vegetarian options offered.

Following dinner, a retrospective video of Minogues long and fruitful career was projected onstage. From The Delinquents to Cant Get You Out of My Head, the crowd bounced in their seats. Toward the end of the night, everyone left unable to get her catchy pop hits out of their own headsbut why would they want to?

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Famed Aussies Kylie Minogue, Naomi Watts, and More Gathered to Raise Money for Bushfire Relief Efforts - Vogue

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