Photo credits: PMC / Sean Zanni

 

Elton Ilirjani, international model, activist and philanthropist was awarded the honor of Philanthropist and Activist of the Year at the Dan’s Out East Impact Awards in Southampton, NY.

 

SOUTHAMPTON, NY – AUGUST 20: Atmosphere at Elton Ilirjani Honored With Philanthropist & Activist Of The Year Award At The Dan’s Out East End Impact Awards at Blu Mar Restaurant on August 20, 2023 in Southampton, NY. (Photo by Sean Zanni/PMC) *** Local Caption *** Atmosphere
SOUTHAMPTON, NY – AUGUST 20: Atmosphere at Elton Ilirjani Honored With Philanthropist & Activist Of The Year Award At The Dan’s Out East End Impact Awards at Blu Mar Restaurant on August 20, 2023 in Southampton, NY. (Photo by Sean Zanni/PMC) *** Local Caption *** Atmosphere

The awards event recognizes and celebrates those who impact, influence and support the LGBTQ+ community of the East End. The afternoon was one of celebration, dancing, great food, drink and most of all, connection between people.

 

SOUTHAMPTON, NY – AUGUST 20: Fern Mallis, Stan Herman, Judith Kasen-Windsor and Antwayn Hopper attend Elton Ilirjani Honored With Philanthropist & Activist Of The Year Award At The Dan’s Out East End Impact Awards at Blu Mar Restaurant on August 20, 2023 in Southampton, NY. (Photo by Sean Zanni/PMC/PMC) *** Local Caption *** Fern Mallis;Stan Herman;Judith Kasen-Windsor;Antwayn Hopper

Out East End Impact Awards 2023 recipients included:

Philanthropist / Activity of the Year

Elton Ilirjani

Edie Windsor Trailblazer Awards

Stan Herman

Antwayn Hopper

Champion Award for Allies of the Community

Frederico Azevedo, Carol Calicchio, Joan Deignan, Rick Friedman, Dr. Stephen T. Greenberg, John McSherry, Jean Shafiroff, Nabys Vielman

Power Couple

Kevin Claus, Joseph Milizio

Honorees

TS Candii, Dr. Brian Carolan, Vincenza Carovillano, Christopher Chimeri, Sean Coleman, Douglas Evans, Rev. Carmen Hernandez, Victoria Hilton, Michael Ivory, Andrea Mattera, Carlos Ortiz, Michael Serao, Guy Yuhas

Other Notable Attendees included: Victoria Schneps-Yunis, Carolyn Maloney, Rebecca Seawright, Philanthropist and Activist of the Year Elton Ilirjani, Adrien Lesser, Bill McCuddy, Antwayn Hopper, Judith Kasen-Windsor, Fern Mallis, Stan Herman, Jean Shafiroff.

On wining the prestigious awards, Elton commented, “I came to this country and built a big company in order to buy my freedom. With my freedom I want to help inform and educate about the importance of understanding and respecting each and every person.”

About Elton Ilirjani:

Known around the world as a high-ranking social media influencer and fashion model, Ilirjani boasts a breathtaking following of over 11 million fans. His legions of followers are dedicated to listening and learning from his message of gender equality around the world. Frequenting the pages of fashion magazines and runways, the icon uses his powerful presence to promote a unified existence amongst all of mankind.

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