Description: A truly rare collectible: An exclusive invitation to one of JFK Jr.'s last public speaking events, 25 years ago. This was an invitation-only event (note the ticket number). Seller has only ONE ticket... Collectors will be hard-pressed to find another. John F. Kennedy Jr. Featured speaker at the SF Ad Club luncheon May 26, 1999 (~7 weeks before his tragic plane crash on July 16, 1999) Fairmont Hotel, San Francisco (invitation is on quality paper stock with silver/metallic print, as shown in photos) Original owner: This rare invitation has been stored in a smoke free home. Ticket measures approx 2.75" x 5.25" and comes in a protective 4"x6" UltraPro Toploader. John F. Kennedy Jr. was the featured speaker at an exclusive luncheon for members of the SF Advertising Club - whose support he was courting. His speech's theme was "Marketing politics in the post-scandal age" and the ever-charismatic JFK Jr. discussed politics, publishing and, of course, George Magazine - which chronicled the crossroads of politics, culture & entertainment. He founded the magazine in '95, and was known to be a hands-on editor in chief; he also became increasingly involved in financial matters amid revenue declines. In the weeks following the luncheon, George's business outlook seemed promising. The Washingon post reported: "Friday (July 16, 1999) seemed to be unfolding as a routine day for editor-in-chief Kennedy. He met with the magazine's publisher, Hachette Filipacchi Magazines, to talk about obtaining further financing. With George losing advertising and circulation, there had been rumors Hachette might pull the plug, and Kennedy had been courting possible investors. The previous weekend, he had flown his plane to Toronto --with a copilot-- to meet potential partners. After Friday's meeting, a George staffer said, Kennedy "was really happy about the negotiations" and "was in really great spirits. He was feeling fantastic." (a reprint of this WaPo article will be included) That same July day, JFK Jr., his wife Carolyn, and sister-in-law Lauren boarded that fateful flight. Ships via USPS Flat Rate Envelope with Adult Signature Required - to ensure delivery. Thanks for your interest.
Price: 299.99 USD
Location: Alameda, California
End Time: 2024-11-05T07:48:46.000Z
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Year: 1999
Signed: No
Theme: Politics
Country/Region: United States
Topic: John F. Kennedy Jr. Speaking Event
