From playing a bashful Todd Anderson in the 1989 classic Dead Poets Society to an unabashed Everitt Lewis in the newly-released biopic Maudie (in theaters now), few would disagree that Ethan Hawke— the student— has now become Ethan Hawke- the teacher. Apparently with an affinity for the former than the latter, Haute Living alongside Bertaud Belieu celebrated the actor-turned-director-turned-author’s latest cover with an intimate cocktail affair at Socialista Wednesday evening.
As industry heavyweights such as Actor Greg Cohan, Director/Producer Greg Loser, and Director Michael Almereyda, and VIPs, namely Charles Moreau of Bertaud Belieu, Developer Shahab Karmely, Rapper Pat Toussaint, and Haute Living CEO, Kamal Hotchandani made their way past the velvet ropes to the private club at Cipriani Downtown, they were greeted by none other than Bertaud Belieu rosé as a live band set the tone. Guests noshed on decadent veal bitok, prosciutto-stuffed jamon croquettes, and rice mignon, as well as lighter fare, including its signature baby artichoke and avocado salad.
An avid art lover, the height of the night came when artist Paul Gerben presented Hawke with a custom 4×6 mixed media piece to commemorate the affair. The actor was also honored with a Bomberg timepiece set to be donated to charity, before giving a speech alluding to perhaps his greatest role yet—that of a husband and father.
To read more on how Hawke continues to defy the status quo with his portfolio of new artistic pursuits, click here.
