Vogue Nights and Johnnie Walker celebrate collaboration in support of LGBTQI+ community

Langhams Conference Centre in Fourways brought together many members of the LGBTQI+ community to celebration the ongoing collaboration of two brands.

November 25, 2022

Khomotso Makgabutlane 1 minute read

Martin Letsholo and Elijah McKinnon look fierce for the VNJxJohnnieWalker Brunch event in Fourways. Photo: Khomotso Makgabutlane

Members of the LGBTQI+ community came together as Johnnie Walker hosted its annual pride event to bring Pride Month to a close at the VNJxJohnnieWalker Brunch.

Avela Mawisa writes a message to advocate for gay rights. Photo: Khomotso Makgabutlane

Gathered at the striking Langhams Conference Centre in Fourways, the event was hosted in celebration of the whisky brand’s partnership with VNJ (Vogue Nights Jozi) Ball over the past two years.

Tumi Powerhouse rocks a purple outfit for the VNJxJohnnieWalker Brunch event. Photo: Khomotso Makgabutlane

The event saw many well-known Johannesburg personalities in attendance including internationally acclaimed designer Thembe Magugu, and attendees also got to enjoy various cocktails from the whisky brand and delectable foods.

Lukhanyo Mnyute celebrates Pride Month at Langhams Conference Centre in Fourways. Photo: Khomotso Makgabutlane

Johnnie Walker SA brand manager Sandisilwe Gamede said, “By putting diversity and inclusion at the heart of everything the Johnnie Walker brand does, we are moving one step closer to breaking any and all existing stereotypes, this partnership is another bold step in the right direction for the brand.”