The recent attempt by a political action committee (PAC) to organize a grand birthday celebration for presidential hopeful Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has gone awry. With a lineup of “well-wisher guests” including Dionne Warwick, Andrea Bocelli, Mike Tyson, and Martin Sheen, the event was meant to be a fundraising extravaganza. However, it quickly turned into a disaster as each of the invited celebrities vehemently denied any involvement or intention to attend the bash. This debacle has not only overshadowed Kennedy’s birthday celebration but has also led to a public spat between the PAC and Martin Sheen.
The PAC, Fighting 4 One America, took charge of organizing the event, while the American Values 2024 PAC financed the fundraiser. On December 28, American Values 2024 tweeted that “superstar tenor Andrew Bocelli will perform” at the celebration, alongside the aforementioned “well-wisher guests.” This announcement came as a surprise to Dionne Warwick, who adamantly declared that she was not attending the event and had no affiliation or support for Senator Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Her representative clarified this stance in bold, ensuring there was no room for misunderstanding.
The Denials
In addition to Dionne Warwick, Andrea Bocelli’s representative confirmed that the renowned tenor would not be attending or performing at the event. Mike Tyson, on the other hand, misunderstood the nature of the gathering and thought it was solely a birthday party, not a fundraiser. Regardless, he had no intentions of attending. Martin Sheen took to Instagram Stories to express his non-endorsement of RFK Jr., explicitly stating that he would not be attending the party. To emphasize his stand, he also announced his whole-hearted support for Joe Biden and the Democratic ticket for 2024.
The PAC, Fighting 4 One America, was not willing to accept Sheen’s denial. They claimed to have written confirmation from Sheen’s representative, asserting his attendance and insisting that they would not have included him on the guest list without this confirmation. A representative from RFK Jr.’s campaign distanced themselves from the event, emphasizing that it was a PAC event, and they had no knowledge of the attendees or their involvement.
Adding insult to injury, it appears that RFK Jr.’s own siblings, namely Rory, Kerry, Joseph P. Kennedy II, and Kathleen Kennedy Townsend, do not support his presidential run. They publicly denounced his decision to run as a third-party candidate against Joe Biden, proclaiming it as a dangerous and perilous move for the country. Their lack of support suggests that they are unlikely to attend the ill-fated birthday celebration.
Behind the scenes, the event organizers are scrambling to secure talent for what they hope will still be a significant event. However, they have not provided any additional information on potential attendees. The future of the fundraiser remains uncertain, and the organizers have yet to comment on whether RFK Jr. himself will be in attendance. The AV2024 PAC, which financed the event, did not respond to inquiries. Meanwhile, Fighting 4 One America stated that the announcement of performers and other celebrity guests would be made in a sister publication early the following week.
The failed birthday party of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. serves as a cautionary tale for political campaigns and their affiliated PACs. It highlights the importance of accurate and transparent communication with invited guests and the potential consequences of false announcements. This debacle not only tarnishes Kennedy’s birthday celebration but also undermines his credibility as a presidential hopeful. As the event approaches, it remains to be seen whether the organizers can salvage the fundraiser and deliver the star-studded experience they initially promised.