THR Reports: New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo blew into Hollywood Friday for a fundraiser and left with at least $500,000 in contributions and the sort of rave reviews that bring press agents — and political strategists — to tears.
Cuomo’s unflinching advocacy of marriage equality has made him a favorite among the industry’s Democratic activists, many of whom once nourished hopes that they’d get a chance to support his storied father, Mario, for the presidency. Cuomo’s masterful leadership of New York’s successful legislative campaign to recognize the right to marriage equality has tapped into those memories—and the concerns of a new generation of activist Dems.
Friday’s event — dinner for 40 and a reception for about 80 guests — was held at the home of interior designer and White House decorator Michael S. Smith and and his partner, HBO executive James Costas. The couple, who also maintain a residence in New York, also are major Democratic fundraisers, who have collected more than $1 million to support President Barack Obama’s reelection campaign.
According to one of the supporters in attendance, the younger Cuomo wowed the crowd: “This was a cynical room filled with people who’ve seen every politician who’s come through this town over the past 30 years” and Cuomo’s description of his reasons for backing marriage equality simply riveted the group.
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