Tuesday, September 29, 2009

Janet Jackson Encourages People to be ‘Warriors’ Against AIDS

Janet Jackson spoke before an audience filled with celebs at amfAR Milano, an inaugural event to support AIDS research.


amfAR's chief executive Kevin Robert Frost expressed gratitude for having Janet on board to chair the event. He said, "She brings incomparable grace and a history of dedication to the fight against AIDS."

Janet said to her captive audience, "We are so grateful that you are opening your hearts and together we can realize our dream of a world without AIDS…This battle needs all of us to be brave warriors."

The Grammy-winner spoke to an audience that included Dita von Teese, Rachel Bilson, Donatella Versace, and Kanye West with his girlfriend Amber Rose.

amfAR, The Foundation for AIDS Research, is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to the support of AIDS research and HIV prevention. The event took place in conjunction with Milan Fashion Week in Italy.

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