Candy at Last (19 page)

Legendary NBA star Shaquille O’Neal inspires many of the students benefiting from the Fulfillment Fund organization.

Setting the perfect table during the holidays is tedious but one of my favorite things. This is Thanksgiving 1996.

One of Aaron’s favorite talents, Joan Collins, here at Christmastime at The Manor.

At Christmas in 1998, Aaron left me awestruck with the most gorgeous set of diamonds and black onyx. The necklace, bracelet, ring, and earrings left me speechless.

Some of the best times have been spent traveling with close friends, especially one of my dearest, Ghada Irani, here with Andrea Bocelli.

In 2000, Aaron and I opened The Manor for the first annual Centro de Niños Easter Egg Hunt. It was unforgettable watching all of the children race to the eggs.

Lifelong friends were always important to Aaron, here with Red Buttons in 2002.

Aaron always gave time for charity; here at an event with philanthropic Barbara Davis in 2002 at The Manor.

Aaron never failed to have a good time at celebrations, even with prolific talents like Sumner Redstone and Diahann Carroll.

In 2003, Tony Danza, Aaron, and I.

A night full of stars, here in 2003 with the likes of Barbara Davis, John Travolta, Kelly Preston, Don Rickles, Sidney Poitier, and Ghada and Ray Irani.

A special Christmas celebrated in 2004 with Joanna and Sidney Poitier.

Joel Schumacher in 2004 was a customary guest during the holidays.