amfAR, the Foundation for AIDS Research, hosted the Inspiration Gala at the New York Public Library on June 3rd. Pop sensation Kylie Minogue chaired the event themed “Black Tie/Black Leather”. Festivities included a men’s designer fashion runway show featuring looks from Kenneth Cole and Jean Paul Gaultier, a live auction led by Simon Doonan and Cyndi Lauper performed “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun” with assistance from singers Kelly Rowland and Estelle. The star-studded event raised more than $400,000 for HIV/AIDS research.

Josh Wood, amfAR Ambassador Cheyenne Jackson, and amfAR CEO Kevin Robert Frost

 

Cyndi Lauper belting one out

 

Ricky Martin honored for his work with the Ricky Martin Foundation

 

Actress Zoe Saldana posing with singer and Inspiration Gala performer  Estelle

 

Simon Doonan jokes around with Cindy Lauper