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'She Wasn't Photographed': Elizabeth Taylor's Lawyer Reveals Her Quiet Visits to AIDS Patients
The major reason for Elizabeth Taylor supporting the cause is a personal loss she experienced. She lost her close friend and co-star, Rock Hudson, from the movie Giant in 1985.
There has been a surprising discovery about the famous Hollywood star Elizabeth Taylor. It has been revealed that, after her death, she was actively involved in AIDS advocacy. This new information about Taylor's quiet yet impactful work has been disclosed by her lawyer, Barbara Berkowitz.
Taylor, well-known for her glamorous movies and stunning looks, also passionately devoted herself to spreading awareness about AIDS during a time when not much was known about the disease and there was a lot of prejudice against it.
According to Berkowitz, who is currently overseeing the compilation of Taylor's archive, they have unearthed previously unknown details about Taylor's personal involvement in AIDS advocacy. Despite Taylor's enduring presence in the public eye throughout her life, particularly due to her high-profile marriages and acting career, her visits to AIDS patients were intentionally kept private.
Berkowitz opened up about how Taylor used to frequently visit hospital wards for AIDS patients where she would spend time with patients fighting with the disease. Taylor didn't do it for publicity but she just wanted to offer her support and comfort to those patients. Berkowitz highlighted how Taylor had strong dedication to support them and compassion for people suffering from AIDS.
Berkowitz said, "She wasn't photographed during visits to hospital AIDS wards because she made it all about the patient and not all about her," This shows how Taylor put others first in her advocacy efforts.
The major reason for Elizabeth Taylor supporting the cause is a personal loss she experienced. She lost her close friend, her co-starRock Hudson, from the movie Giant in 1985. Seeing how AIDS had affected her friends, the thought inspired her to raise her voice and speak out by using her fame to spread awareness.
Besides visiting patients privately, Taylor was crucial in starting two important groups focused on AIDS research and advocacy. She helped start the American Foundation for AIDS Research (amfAR) in 1985 and later created the Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation (ETAF) in 1991. These organizations still work today to fund research, educate people, and reach out to fight HIV/AIDS worldwide.
Co-manager of Taylor's estate, Tim Mendelson who worked with her for so many years said the same what Berkowitz revealed about her dedication to help and support AIDS patients. Mendelson highlights that Taylor used to donate a significant amount of money she earned from her fake to the Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation which shows how dedicatedly she was committed to this cause.
Mendelson remembered how Taylor recognized the prejudice against AIDS in the 1980s and used her influence to change misunderstandings and encourage kindness. "She really came from a place of love and compassion," Mendelson said, pointing out Taylor's ability to feel for AIDS patients who experienced criticism and unfair treatment.
Her story inspires and influences people around the world to make positive changes in the world and to form support groups. Elizabeth Taylor's commitment to the cause and humanity extends beyond her great acting career, which included incredible efforts to raise awareness about AIDS and support those impacted by the disease.
All the people like Berkowitz who are keeping Taylor's memory alive by discovering more about her personal and professional life. Taylor has influenced both the entertainment world and the battle against HIV/AIDS.
The upcoming documentary, Elizabeth Taylor: The Lost Tapes, premiered at the Cannes film festival and is coming soon to HBO. The documentary will show the diverse life and her moves to make a positive impact in the society.
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