Jane Fonda Mobilizes Art World to Combat Big Oil in California

Jane Fonda's recent fundraiser at Gagosian Beverly Hills raised over $10 million to support legislation limiting oil drilling near residential areas.

Jane Fonda, in collaboration with Gagosian and Christie's, hosted a high-profile art auction to support California's SB1137, which restricts oil drilling near homes and schools.
The event, featuring celebrities like John Legend and Chrissy Teigen, raised significant funds to counter Big Oil's campaign to repeal the legislation.
Artists like Ed Ruscha and Catherine Opie donated works, demonstrating the art community's strong support for environmental causes.
Governor Gavin Newsom and Arnold Schwarzenegger are backing the initiative, highlighting its importance in California's environmental policy.
The funds raised will help counteract the $200 million that oil companies plan to spend on a referendum to overturn the law.