NAMES IN THE NEWS : Madonna Runs From Charity
Pop star Madonna turned down an invitation to help launch a charity record for Romanian orphans today and went jogging in Hyde Park instead.
Olivia Harrison, chairwoman of the Romanian Angel Appeal, invited Madonna to join her husband, former Beatle George Harrison, and his fellow ex-Beatle, Ringo Starr, at a Hyde Park Hotel luncheon to introduce the record “Nobody’s Child.”
But Madonna, who is staying at the hotel, went for a run in the park surrounded by eight burly bodyguards. She was followed by a posse of reporters, photographers and fans.
Proceeds from the record will provide food and clothing and improve training and care at orphanages in Romania, Mrs. Harrison said.
Madonna’s “Blond Ambition” tour starts its British leg Friday night at Wembley Stadium.
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