Halle Berry Bracelet Auction to Benefit Victims of Domestic Violence

Bracelet featured in Halle Berry fragrance ad to be auctioned off for charity. (PRNewsFoto/Coty Beauty) NEW YORK, NY UNITED STATES 04/17/2009

17 Apr 2009 18:20 Africa/Lagos


Proceeds from Online Auction to be Donated to the Jenesse Center

NEW YORK, April 17 /PRNewswire/ -- Academy Award for Best Actress in 2001 for her performance in Monster's Ball, and beauty icon Halle Berry will auction off a unique, hand-carved rose gold cuff bracelet this week to show her support for families dealing with the devastating effects of domestic violence. As of April 15th, consumers can place bids through CharityBuzz.com for the chance to own this signature piece. The cuff bracelet was designed exclusively for Halle Berry to wear in the advertising campaign for her debut fragrance, Halle by Halle Berry. Net proceeds generated by the auction will be donated to the Jenesse Center, a domestic violence intervention program that Ms. Berry has supported for many years.


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"The Jenesse Center is an organization that is very close to my heart," said Halle Berry. "Their work makes a tremendous difference in the lives of women and children and I am proud to support such a worthy cause by auctioning off this beautiful bracelet."


Designed by Gara Danielle, this stunning cuff bracelet was inspired by Halle Berry's natural beauty and was designed specifically for Halle to wear on set at the making of her fragrance campaign in Ohahu, Hawaii. Now anyone can have the opportunity to own a replica of the bracelet and support this great cause by bidding on charitybuzz.com. Made from 14K rose gold plate over sterling silver, this adjustable cuff is valued at $4,000.


The Jenesse Center is a non-profit organization that was founded in 1980 and provides help to victims of domestic violence with a comprehensive centralized base of support through facilities, education and health programs, case management, and legal services. The overall goal of the Jenesse Center is to change the pattern of abuse in the lives of women and children.


Visit Charitybuzz.com or Halleberryfragrances.com/us for more information on this important cause and a chance to own this special piece of jewelry designed by Gara Danielle.


For more information on the Jenesse Center, please visit jenesse.org.


For more information on Halle Berry's new fragrance, please visit halleberryfragrances.com/us


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Web Site: http://www.charitybuzz.com/
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http://www.jenesse.org/

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Ciroc Ultra Premium Vodka & Godiva Liqueur Create Specialty Drinks for The 81st Academy Awards(R)

CIROC ULTRA PREMIUM VODKA & GODIVA LIQUEUR CREATE SPECIALTY DRINKS FOR THE 81ST ACADEMY AWARDS(R) VIEWING PARTY TO BENEFIT ELTON JOHN AIDS FOUNDATION. (PRNewsFoto/Diageo) HOLLYWOOD, CA UNITED STATES 02/20/2009

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20 Feb 2009 20:46 Africa/Lagos


Ciroc Ultra Premium Vodka & Godiva Liqueur Create Specialty Drinks for The 81st Academy Awards(R) Viewing Party to Benefit Elton John AIDS Foundation(R)

HOLLYWOOD, Calif., Feb. 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ciroc Ultra Premium Vodka and Godiva Liqueur, part of the Diageo family of premium spirits and wines, will create three specialty cocktails for the Elton John AIDS Foundation(R) gala dinner and Academy Awards Viewing Party at the Pacific Design Center, Sunday, February 22. This caps a year-long, multi-event partnership between Diageo and Elton John AIDS Foundation. The evening features a gala black-tie dinner, cocktails and Academy Awards screening for a host of Hollywood luminaries, and is known as one of the hottest events in Hollywood on Oscar Night.

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Ciroc Ultra Premium Vodka has created specialty drinks "Ciroc Chic," and "Simply Scrumptious" to be served at the custom designed Ciroc Ice Bar. The "Ciroc Chic" blends Ciroc Ultra Premium Vodka, Pomegranate and Pineapple juices and is served in a chilled Martini Glass garnished with a lemon twist. "Simply Scrumptious" is a mix of Ciroc Ultra Premium Vodka, Lemon Juice, Pear Nectar and Cointreau, garnished with cinnamon. Godiva will feature the "Godiva Carameltini," a luxurious blend of Godiva Caramel Milk Chocolate Liqueur and Ciroc Ultra Premium Vodka, served in a chilled martini glass with a caramel swirl.

Established in 1992, the Elton John AIDS Foundation is one of the world's leading nonprofit HIV/AIDS organizations. Focusing on the support of community based prevention education programs, harm reduction programs, and direct services to those living with HIV/AIDS, the organizations outreach efforts include physical and mental health services, HIV testing and counseling, food distribution, assisted living services, social services and volunteer recruitment and support. For more information about EJAF, log onto to www.ejaf.org.

Diageo is the world's leading premium drinks business with an outstanding collection of beverage alcohol brands across spirits, wines, and beer categories. These brands include Johnnie Walker, Guinness, Smirnoff, J&B, Baileys, Cuervo, Tanqueray, Captain Morgan, Crown Royal, Beaulieu Vineyard and Sterling Vineyards wines. Diageo is a global company, trading in more than 180 countries around the world. The company is listed on both the New York Stock Exchange (DEO) and the London Stock Exchange (DGE). For more information about Diageo, its people, brands, and performance, visit us at http://www.diageo.com/.
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CONTACT: Lindsay McConchie of Katy Sweet & Associates, +1-323-852-0772,
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