Then again, the annual Time 100 bash is a most unusual gala, a glittering celebration not of celebrity, but of influence. But “influence” does not necessarily mean “saintly,” said Arianna Huffington, who was making her 11th appearance at the gala. Kim Jong-un is on it, Donald Trump is on it, Putin is on it.”Advertisement Continue reading the main storyAlas, to have a seat at that table. Advertisement Continue reading the main storyAs guests settled in for appetizers, Demi Lovato belted out three numbers on stage while a driving rain pelted the soaring windows of the space. Later, John Legend closed out the festivities by performing hits like “All of Me” and “Glory.”No wonder Gavin Grimm was looking a little star-struck.

Source: New York Times April 26, 2017 18:33 UTC