Elton John is promoting his clothes and footwear on eBay for charity. (Harry Durrant/Getty Photos)
In celebration of Pleasure month, Elton John has put objects from his legendary wardrobe on eBay to lift cash for his AIDS Basis.
Sir Elton, who funds progressive HIV prevention strategies by way of the Elton John AIDS Basis, launched his “Rocket Man Resale” on eBay on 27 June.
The public sale offers followers an opportunity to get their palms on an array of things owned by the homosexual celebrity and his husband David Furnish, from bespoke Gucci jackets and Versace robes to historic live performance T-shirts and baseball caps.
All objects bought will profit the Elton John AIDS Basis and assist to battle LGBTQ+ stigma.
Elton mentioned: “Giving new life to the cherished objects from my wardrobe has at all times been particular to me. For many years I’ve donated my closet’s treasures to assist the Elton John AIDS Basis.”
Anne Aslett, CEO of the Elton John AIDS Basis, mentioned: “By collaborating on this public sale, you’ll assist assist our applications to finish the stigma and discrimination that stop so many from accessing lifesaving HIV care – an essential message not only for Pleasure Month, however every single day of the 12 months.”
Highlights from the Rocket Man Resale public sale embody a Yohji Yamamoto pink swimsuit, a Versace gold/black sequin patterned blazer and a pair of Gucci “Suck Me” loafers, pictured above.
In November final 12 months, Elton urged the following election winner to eradicate AIDS by 2030. He mentioned: “I implore you to not waste your allotted time as political leaders.”
Elton went on to problem: “If the Authorities is critical about ending AIDS, I name on it to completely restore the UK’s dedication, to pledge £1.46 billion kilos this present three-year cycle and make sure the World Fund is totally financed.”
The Grammy-winner’s AIDS basis was established in 1992 and works to finish the AIDS epidemic whereas overcoming the stigma, discrimination and neglect that retains international locations from doing so.
The UK basic election might be held on Thursday, 4 July.