Plan B's drug quip offends Sir Elton John

by Clemmie Moodie, Daily Mirror 31/10/2011

Plan B (pic: Getty)

PLAN B needed a Plan C after offending no less than Sir Elton John.
The rapper, who performed at the Rocket Man’s Grey Goose Winter Ball, was apparently snubbed by Elt after referencing drugs during his set.

A reveller tells me: “Elton got on stage to introduce Plan B [real name Ben Drew] and then retreated to his table. There were quite a lot of toffs at the bash and, between songs, Ben looked around the room and asked: ‘Do rich people like smoking weed?’

“There were a few awkward laughs but Elton – who has had problems with drugs – looked furious. He didn’t stay around to chat to Ben afterwards.”

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Elton John Will Perform NZ's Biggest Concert For 2011

http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/CU1110/S00449/elton-john-will-perform-nzs-biggest-concert-for-2011.htm

Monday, 31 October 2011, 10:59 am
Press Release: Capital Concerts Elton John Will Perform New Zealand’s Biggest Concert in 2011!
With ticket sales having reached 34,000, the Elton John's performance at Dunedin's new Forsyth Barr Stadium will be the country's biggest concert this year.
Promoters, Capital C: Concerts stated that considering this is Elton's 4th NZ visit in five years, he still attracts huge numbers and this upcoming concert is no exception. He is truly in a class of his own.
Recently he celebrated his 3000th public concert and delivers a non-stop performance of 2-3 hours each time he steps on stage, a feat artist a third of his age rarely do.
To celebrate the Elton's Dunedin show and the 'christening' of the new stadium the promoters have added considerable effects to the event and along with special additions to his band of the 2CELLOS and upcoming NZ talent opening the evening.

A scramble for the last 1000 seats remain is currently underway with a sell-out capacity of over 35,000 not far away.

Elton John Raises 1.3 Million Pounds for AIDS Charity

by VR Sreeraman on  October 30, 2011 at 9:38 PM Celebrity Health News

http://www.medindia.net/news/Elton-John-Raises-13-Million-Pounds-for-AIDS-Charity-92690-1.htm

British legendary singer Sir Elton John has raised more than 1.3 million pounds for his AIDS charity by throwing a star-studded gala in New York on Wednesday night.

The singer hosted his 10th annual Enduring Vision event at Cipriani Wall Street in Manhattan to raise money for the Elton John AIDS Foundation.

Stars like Alec Baldwin, Jon Bon Jovi, Kelly Rutherford and Sarah Ferguson showed up in support, the Daily Express reported.

The British singer thanked New York governor Andrew Cuomo, who was also in attendance, for the state's recent recognition of gay marriage, and praised him for taking a stand and making the dream of marriage equality a reality in the state.

Elton John lauds NY governor for gay marriage law

AP – Thu, Oct 27, 2011

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NEW YORK (AP) — Elton John says politics have divided the United States, but he singled out one politician during his foundation's annual benefit as an example for others to follow.
The British singer praised New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo at Wednesday night's 10th annual Enduring Vision gala for the Elton John AIDS Foundation.
John thanked Cuomo for "taking a stand in New York and making the dream of marriage equality a reality in the state." The governor was seated in the audience.
In July, New York became the sixth U.S. state to recognize same-sex nuptials.
The benefit raised $2 million for John's foundation.
Alec Baldwin, Jon Bon Jovi and Sarah Ferguson were among the celebrities in attendance.

Is that really appropriate? Jaime Winstone leaves little to the imagination in a see through dress at star-studded charity event

By Kirsty Mccormack

Last updated at 5:31 PM on 30th October 2011

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-2055196/Jaime-Winstone-dress-Elton-Johns-charity-winter-ball.html?ito=feeds-newsxml

She's well-known for wearing odd outfits from time to time but last night Jaime Winstone took her love for outrageous fashion a step too far.
The actress arrived at Grey Goose Winter Ball, hosted by Elton John, and left little to the imagination.
Wearing a black sheer strapless dress with silver detail and high waist knickers, the 26-year-old obviously forget to put a bra on before leaving her house.

Leaving little to the imagination: Jaime Winstone arrived at the Grey Goose Winter Ball last night wearing a sheer dress

Certainly not shy: The actress looked confident as she posed for photos in the see-through dress

Despite the charity event being held in honour of the Elton John Aids Foundation, Jaime thought the night out was the perfect opportunity to show off her best assets.
The blonde star didn't look phased as she posed for photographers with her breasts clearly on show but she did decide to cover up her arms in a long-sleeved black cardigan.
Wearing dark purple lipstick and platform heels, the Kidulthood star finished off her look with a pair of long silver earrings.

All for charity: The event was held for Elton John's Aid Foundation and the singer's partner David Furnish was there to accompany him

Thankfully the other female guests of the night weren't so revealing in their attire but looked glamorous as they posed by giant bottles of Grey Goose vodka.
Billionaire heiress, Tamara Ecclestone, showed off her trim figure in a beige full-length dress that maximised her cleavage - but not in the same way as Jaime.

Looking chic: Heiress Tamara Ecclestone covered up in a glamorous floor-length dress at the charity event held at Battersea Evolution

Another actress who graced the event was Hollyoaks star, Rachel Shenton, who also wore floor-length number but looked stunning, even though she'd covered up.
The red frock showed off her curves perfectly and the brunette star wore her hair in a loose curl to the side as she carried a leopard print clutch bag.
Someone else dressed in red was British fod stylist and professional chef, Gizzi Erskine.

Front and back: Rachel Shenton looked stunning as she showed off her curvacious figure in a red dress

Radiant in red: Chef Gizzi Erskine also wore red but showed off her cleavage in the bright frock

The Cook Yourself Thin presenter wore her dark hair in an impressive beehive and also showed off her large cleavage.
Fellow Hollyoaks star, Bronagh Waugh, also opted for red and floor-length but added another colour in the form of grey and showed off a curvy figure in the stripey dress.

Soap girls: Hollyoaks star Bronagh Waugh (L) and Coronation Street actress Kate Ford (R) both attended the event which was held in honour of Elton John Aids Foundation

But it wasn't just the Hollyoaks girls who represented soap land on the night.
Coronation Street star, Kate Ford, showed her face and looked refreshingly casual in a knee-length patterned dress and finished off her look with a large black clutch bag and nude heels.
Someone else who brought effortless glamour to the event was Tali Lennox, daughter of singer Annie Lennox.
The young star wore a floral print maxi dress with minimal make-up but still managed to look great.

Playing it safe: Tali Lennox (L) looked effortlessly chic in a floral maxi dress whilst Zara Martin (R) opted for a black floor-length number

But the theme of floor-length dresses didn't end there as TV presenter, Zara Martin, played it safe in a black dress which she wore with black platform shoes and sparkly jewellery.
Continuing the the trend of black frocks was Dame Shirley Bassey  - who wore a corset style dress with a faux fir shrug - and Ruby Wax who opted for a dark two-tone dress with a long-sleeved top worn underneath.

Old school glamour: Dame Shirley Bassey (L) wore a black corset style dress and U.S. comedian Ruby Wax (R) wore a dark two-tone frock

The men on the night also dressed up the occasion with the host himself wearing a smart suit with a glittering tie.
Posing with his partner, David Furnish - who also wore a suit with a bow tie - the singer looked pleased with the turn out as his annual event.

However, leading the men in the style stakes was designer, Giles Deacon, who wore not only a velvet bow tie, but also fashioned a multi-coloured cravat over a white shirt and wore a pair of light-coloured chinos with his trademark geeky glasses.

Mixing things up: British designer Giles Deacon (L) wore a bow tie and a cravat whilst comedian Graham Norton (R) chose to wear a chocolate brown suit

Another guest wearing a bow tie was comedian, Graham Norton, who opted for a chocolate brown suit and a smart white shirt.
The rest of the male celebrities also played it safe by wearing black suits, with Little Britain star, David Walliams, wearing a rather fancy tux.

Dressed to impress: Comedian David Walliams (L) and actor Benedict Cumberbatch (R) both wore black suits and shiny shoes at the event last night

Actor Benedict Cumberbatch opted for a tie instead but completed his look with a pair of unusual shiny shoes.
Former tennis player, Boris Becker, also wore a dark suit but also walked on a pair of crutches and fashioned a cast on his right foot.
His model wife, Lilly Kerssenberg, looked chic in a one-shoulder white dress with black flower detail and looked happy as she posed with her husband.

Hobbling along: Boris Becker wore a cast on right leg and walked on crutches as he posed with his wife Lilly Kerssenberg