Out with Dr. Bill – Bidding Farewell to 2024 with High Style

Adding to the magic were the dashing bartenders from Premier Party Inc and Modelbartenders, founded by Marc Levine. Their professionalism and charm added a polished touch to the festivities, perfectly complementing the lively atmosphere.

Of course, dressing the part always adds to the fun. This year, I felt especially festive in my Robert Graham Kabuki Beaded Sport Shirt. Wearing red during the holidays always puts me in the Christmas spirit–it's as if the color itself announces that the season has officially arrived.

We also savored exquisite wines from La Crema, a brand I hold dear for its steadfast support of the LGBTQ+ community through AspenOUT, a Colorado nonprofit promoting tolerance and diversity. Paired with BuDhaGirl Sparkling Wines, which premiered at last year's Art Basel, the evening carried forward a tradition of luxury and mindfulness.

The true highlight of the night was the people. Our apartment was filled with an extraordinary and diverse mix of friends–Broadway actors, designers, musicians, artists, and creatives from TV, film, and publishing. Among them were New York Observer's Rex Reed, RuPaul's Drag Race Persian princess Jackie Cox, and The Boy Band Project's Jesse Corbin and Chris Messina. Jesse shared exciting updates about his new show, "LEMONADE: A New Musical"–it's sure to be a hit! Alex Ringler also joined us, fresh from his U.S. national tour of "Mrs. Doubtfire" and now hard at work on his new comedy series "Seeking...."

We were also honored to welcome City Councilman Erik Bottcher of Chelsea's District 3 and New York Assemblyman Tony Simone from the 75th District. Even etiquette expert Thomas P. Farley, "Mister Manners" himself, stopped by–always my go-to when it comes to ensuring our guests feel like they "went to a marvelous party," a playful nod to Noël Coward for the older gays reading this.

Together, this vibrant group created a lively tapestry of stories and connections that brought the evening to life. It felt like a modern-day salon, buzzing with conversations about New York City's arts, culture, and community–a night to remember!

The kindness, respect, and joy shared by everyone made the night unforgettable, capturing the very essence of the city we love so much.