GAY TIMES CEO Tag Warner co-hosted a dinner for Munroe Bergdorf on 30 August in London. The evening was attended by LGBTQIA+ and ally superstars from across the entertainment industry.
Guests enjoyed a special menu at the exclusive Apollo’s Muse, the breathtaking hideaway bar in the heart of Mayfair, covertly tucked away at the back of the iconic Bacchanalia restaurant, concealed by an impressive iron-clad door – found only by those in-the-know.
Munroe spoke to guests about the urgent need to support LGBTQIA+ media platforms, including her long-standing support of GAY TIMES. Guests were implored to use their platforms to further support for trans and non-binary folks with an impassioned and emotional speech from Munroe, especially in a time where discrimination in the media against trans people is at a high.
Tag Warner gave a speech recognising Munroe’s achievements in LGBTQIA+ activism as well as her long-standing support for the namesake LGBTQIA+ media brand. He gave reference to Munroe’s three appearances on GAY TIMES Magazine covers over the previous six years, including her recent feature as part of GAY TIMES‘ 40th anniversary issue.
Beyond the poignant speeches, guests were sharing experiences of their queer identity within the entertainment industry, including examples of where they were using their positions to make room for other LGBTQIA+ creatives and talent.
The evening was co-presented by Don Julio, the premium tequila brand that focuses on creativity and passion in their product.
The full attendee list included no less than 10 GAY TIMES Magazine and GAY TIMES Amplify cover-stars including;
- Munroe Bergdorf (GAY TIMES Magazine cover-star)
- Tag Warner
- Leigh-Anne Pinnock
- Tayce (GAY TIMES Amplify cover-star)
- Olly Alexander (GAY TIMES Magazine cover-star)
- Riyadh Khalaf (GAY TIMES Magazine cover-star),
- Reece King (GAY TIMES Magazine cover-star)
- Bel Priestley (GAY TIMES Amplify cover-star)
- MNEK (GAY TIMES Magazine cover-star)
- Jodie Harsh (GAY TIMES Magazine cover-star)
- Rachel Chinouriri
- Cara Melle
- Harriet Rose (GAY TIMES Amplify cover-star)
- Jaguar
- Charles Jeffrey
- Maxim Magnus
- Nadia Almada
- Omari Douglas
- Otamere Guobadia
- Poppy Ajudha (GAY TIMES Amplify cover-star)
- Donnie Sunshine
- Amber Rose Gill
- Mabel
Big Brother winner Nadia Almada was the guest of honour for the spectacular evening.
Nadia spoke with guests on her position as a trans woman in the spotlight, her historic Big Brother win in 2004 and how the world has changed since.
The iconic public figure also took an opportunity to highlight her ongoing philanthropic work with trans+ youth organisations that support trans and non-binary people and their families.
Munroe and Tag pose with close friends, Otamare and two-time former GAY TIMES Magazine cover-star, Reece King
