South Africa's Fordoun Spa Hotel Restaurant Durban Midlands Kwazulu Natal South Africa

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DIC's CELESTIAL - A Diamond Affair 2007

"The week leading up to the Academy Awards has certainly proved to be another amazing and celebratory diamond season," said Sally Morrison, director of the Diamond Information Center. "The CELESTIAL -- A Diamond Affair not only gave 2007 Oscar nominees a unique opportunity to indulge in the spiritual aura of diamonds, but dedicated the week to highlight diamond pieces that are also giving something back to the people and communities where the majority of diamonds originate -- Africa."

Featured exclusively at the DIC's CELESTIAL - A Diamond Affair 2007:
More than $50 million of diamonds drew Hollywood's elite to the DIC's CELESTIAL - A Diamond Affair 2007 courtesy of renowned diamond jeweler, Fred Leighton who showcased an amazing, never-before-seen private diamond collection. This selection of museum-quality diamonds featured exquisite pieces ranging from a French Crown Jewel to many original pieces showcased in this year's Oscar nominated films, such as the pink diamond hoops worn by Meryl Streep in "The Devil Wears Prada", to several diamond pieces featured in "Marie Antoinette."

Napa Valley's The Carneros Inn treated celebrity guests such as Gael Garcia Bernal, Jackie Earle Haley, Andie MacDowell, and others to relax and indulge in the spiritual aura of diamonds via two new spa treatments created uniquely for this four-day Diamond Affair. Designed to restore clarity, relaxation and an overall sense of renewal, The African Rough Diamond Mineral Ritual and Massage and Warm Kimberlite Stone Hand and Foot treatments reflected the healing traditions of South Africa. In addition, Dr. Elliot Ndlovu, a spiritual (sangoma) and medicinal healer (inyanga) was on hand from South Africa's Fordoun Spa to guide Oscar nominees and presenters through an enlightening traditional African ceremony involving a spiritual reading.

Celebrities who indulged at The Diamond Information Center's CELESTIAL - A Diamond Affair 2007 include: (The Diamond Information Center has purchased the rights to all celebrity and atmosphere CELESTIAL - A Diamond Affair 2007 photos; these photos may be used for editorial purposes. *2007 Oscar Nominees.)

Amy Smart -- Diamond Showcase, African Rough Diamond Mineral Ritual and Massage and Warm Kimberlite Stone Hand and Foot Treatment
Andie MacDowell -- Diamond Showcase, Warm Kimberlite Stone Hand and Foot Treatment and Hair Styling by Byron
Britney Snow -- Diamond Showcase, African Rough Diamond Mineral Ritual and Massage
Cheryl Hines -- Diamond Showcase, Warm Kimberlite Stone Hand and Foot Treatment
China Chow -- Diamond Showcase, Warm Kimberlite Stone Hand and Foot Treatment and Hair Styling by Byron
Courtney Love =- Diamond Showcase
Elizabeth Banks -- Diamond Showcase, African Rough Diamond Mineral Ritual and Massage and Spiritual Enlightenment with Traditional African Healer Dr. Elliot Ndlovu
Elizabeth Reaser -- Diamond Showcase, African Rough Diamond Mineral Ritual and Massage, and Warm Kimberlite Stone Hand and Foot Treatment
Eva Pigford -- Diamond Showcase
Gael Garcia Bernal -- Diamond Showcase, Hair Styling by Byron
Haley Bennett -- Diamond Showcase, African Rough Diamond Mineral Ritual and Massage, Warm Kimberlite Stone Hand and Foot Treatment
*Jackie Earle Haley -- Diamond Showcase, African Rough Diamond Mineral Ritual and Massage and Spiritual Enlightenment with Traditional African Healer Dr. Elliot Ndlovu
*Jennifer Hudson -- Diamond Showcase
Kate Flannery -- Diamond Showcase, African Rough Diamond Mineral Ritual and Massage
Kate Walsh -- Diamond Showcase
*Keith Robinson -- Diamond Showcase
Marcia Gay Harden -- Diamond Showcase, Warm Kimberlite Stone Hand and Foot Treatment
Mira Sorvino -- Diamond Information Center CELESTIAL - A Diamond Affair 2007 Hostess, and Spiritual Enlightenment with Traditional African Healer Dr. Elliot Ndlovu
*Noreen Dewulf -- Diamond Showcase, African Rough Diamond Mineral Ritual and Massage and Make up by Dior Beauty
Regina King -- Diamond Showcase, Warm Kimberlite Stone Hand and Foot Treatment and Make up by Dior Beauty
Russell Simmons -- Diamond Showcase
Serena Williams -- Diamond Showcase
Taye Diggs -- Diamond Showcase

Honorary Diamond Tributes and other events:

Diamond Information Center's CELESTIAL - A Diamond Affair 2007 Kick-off Event featured the Oscar-winning Actress Mira Sorvino who served as the official Diamond Hostess. The celebration kick-off highlighted the DIC's Africa-inspired diamond spa and retreat, the amazing private diamond collection provided by Fred Leighton, and the special gift that's giving something back throughout the week to guests attending the DIC's CELESTIAL - A Diamond Affair. The gift is the Isibindi Diamond Medallion from Mia & Kompany where partial proceeds directly benefit Isibindi, a community-based child and youth care project in South Africa whose parents have died or are dying of AIDS.
Diamond Tribute Lunch for Fred Leighton and Friends, which honored its guest of honor, 2007 Oscar nominee, Milena Canonero and the new owner of Fred Leighton, Ralph Esmerian. Guests included Mira Sorvino and other Los Angeles socialites.
Diamond Tribute Dinner for 2007 Oscar Nominee, Milena Canonero nominated for "best costume design for "Marie Antoinette" invited Hollywood Royalty to a private affair at The Diamond Information Center's CELESTIAL - A Diamond Affair 2007. Guests included the likes of Annette Bening, Jacqui Getty, Roman Coppola, Warren Beatty, and others.
Diamond Tribute Tea for Russell Simmons where they announced the first creation from its new Green Initiative collection of conscious jewelry launched by The Simmons Jewelry Company. The Green Bracelet, the first Green Initiative piece is made from native African materials -- genuine green malachite beads and a rough African diamond. 25 percent of the net profits go back into Africa to support educational programs where diamonds are a natural resource. Guests included the likes of Eva Pigford to Serena Williams.

Special thanks to DIC exclusive partners, include:

Byron Salon -- Hair styling to celebrity guests.
Carneros Inn -- Unique Africa-inspired diamond spa treatments based on recent travels through South Africa.
Dior Beauty -- Make up for celebrity guests.
Fordoun Spa -- Spiritual enlightenment via a Traditional African Healer who traveled all the way from South Africa for this four-day event
General Motors -- Car service to the DIC's CELESTIAL - A Diamond Affair 2007 at the Soho House LA.
Joan's On Third -- Special Diamond Tribute event catering.
Mel & Rose -- Wine and champagne.