KATS EYE VIEW: Jill Zarin’s 2025 Luncheon

TV personality Jill Zarin and Ticket2Events celebrated the 12th annual luxury luncheon at the Southampton Inn. A star-studded crowd gathered to support the Bobby Zarin Memorial Trust benefitting thyroid cancer research.

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Jill Zarin and Katlean De Monchy (Photo credit: Andrew Werner)

Guests included actor Jesse Metcalfe and girlfriend Helene Immel; “Real Housewives of New Jersey” cast member Jennifer Aydin and husband, Bill; former “Real Housewives of New York” cast member Luann de Lesseps and model Kristen Taekman; “Real Housewives of Atlanta” cast member Cynthia Bailey; former “Summer House” star Danielle Olivera; “NextGen NYC” cast member Brooks Marks; “Below Deck: cast member Captain Kerry Titheradge; former “Real Housewives of Dallas” star LeeAnne Locken; Jill’s daughter, Ally Shapiro; art philanthropist Alexander Hankin – and more.

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Cynthia Bailey with her gift tote (Photo credit: Barbara Lassen)

Wedge heels were de rigeur for this chic, lawn-friendly crowd as guests mingled over lobster rolls and rosé, while browsing a sponsor-showcase featuring luxury skincare, resort wear and wellness brands. What caught my eye? Addyi, the first and only FDA-approved pill designed to boost women’s sex drive, making a bold debut at the exclusive, invitation-only event – became the grab of the day. Luann de Lesseps, Cynthia Bailey, Jennifer Aydin, Danielle Olivera, and Kristen Taekman all checked out the pink pills.

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Ally Shapiro and Jill Zarin (Photo credit: Kevin Czopek/BFA.com)

 

Wellness brand Buff Medical Resort flew in from Germany to showcase skincare treats from Coola, LUMIFY and NUTRL Skin.

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Captain Kerry (Photo credit: Barbara Lassen)

Guests sipped Avaline wine, Tequila Pantalones and Piñaq cocktails, and enoyed a futuristic Cold Snap ice cream machine, adding a playful touch to the afternoon. Behind the scenes, Jill’s trusted team – Brian Kelly and Sean Koski of Ticket2Events – ensured that every detail was flawlessly executed.

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LeeAnne Locken and Luann de Lesseps (Photo credit Barbara Lassen)

The gift bags were worth up to $5,000, and were packed with coveted items from Sunday Riley, Sol de Janeiro, EltaMD, Cann, GrandeLASH, Vacation Inc., Athena Club, and more – all tucked inside chic totes by Hulken and Dagne Dover.

This annual event has grown into a community for philanthropy, fashion, and beauty brands. Congratulations Jill!

— Katlean De Monchy