Singer Elton John and husband David Furnish -

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Despite the Covid-19 pandemic, Elton John refuses to draw a line on the evening he has been organizing for 29 years on the sidelines of the prestigious Oscars ceremony.

Especially since this event has no other goal than to raise funds for research against AIDS via the Elton John AIDS Foundation.

So this year the festivities will take place online and will be presented by Neil Patrick Harris.

And as the event is always crowned with concerts, Elton John announced the participation of Dua Lipa.

Other artists have yet to confirm their appearance.

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“This year we are hosting our Oscar party in people's homes for the first time, virtually, for an unforgettable night with David (Furnish), myself, our dear friend Neil Patrick Harris, and the amazing Dua Lipa, as well as many fabulous surprises.

More than ever, we must ensure that one pandemic does not replace another, and we cannot forget the 38 million people living with HIV around the world who need our care, love and love. support.

So we hope everyone will join us for this special Oscar pre-party, ”Elton John said in a statement relayed by

Variety

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Elton John's party will take place on April 25, hours before the 93rd Academy Awards.

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