Hollywood gets lesson on diamond importance

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February 24, 2009

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Diamond Information Center Director Sally Morrison (left) and actress Julianne Moore flank former Botswana President Festus Mogae at a pre-Oscar dinner.

Los Angeles--Diamonds flashed from all ends of the 81st Annual Academy Awards held on Sunday evening, but even before the red-carpet parade began, the precious stones were the highlight of a private pre-Oscar dinner hosted by actress Julianne Moore and Diamond Information Center (DIC) Director Sally Morrison.

The event was held on Saturday evening at the exclusive Chateau Marmont, with guests including the likes of actresses Camilla Belle, Debra Messing, Julia Ormond and Sharon Stone, along with fashion designers Tom Ford, Ozwald Boateng and Monique Lhuillier, among many others.

But the guest of honor for the evening was former Botswana President Festus Mogae, who addressed the crowd of celebrities and spoke about the importance of diamonds to the future of his country. According to the DIC, Botswana's growth and responsible use of its resources has made it a poster child for African development.

On display at the dinner was a collection of diamond designs, including a number of important international pieces and the never-before-seen "Shining Light Diamond Collection," which served as an example to guests of how diamonds create an enduring value and a sustainable source of economic diversification for producing countries.

"We felt it was important for Hollywood to understand that diamonds, while synonymous with Hollywood and glamour, are also a lifeline for people in the countries where they are mined, providing healthcare, infrastructure, education and employment," Morrison said in a media release. "By bringing President Mogae to the Oscars, he was able to deliver that message in person and to highlight the importance of diamonds to his country."

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