Prof. Mike Chan Attends Prestigious “Knights of Charity” Gala During Cannes 2026

CANNES, France (May 20, 2026) — Prof. Dato’ Sri Dr. Mike K.S. Chan joined international celebrities, philanthropists, film personalities, and business leaders at the prestigious “Knights of Charity” Gala held on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at the legendary Château de la Croix des Gardes overlooking the French Riviera during the 79th Cannes Film Festival.

Hosted under the patronage of Hollywood actress Sharon Stone, the exclusive black-tie charity gala has become one of Cannes’ most sought-after philanthropic gatherings, combining glamour, entertainment and fundraising for children’s causes. The event brought together elite guests from the worlds of cinema, royalty, luxury lifestyle and humanitarian work inside the historic château once associated with legendary stars such as Grace Kelly and Cary Grant.

A Night of Glamour and Philanthropy

The evening unfolded in a cinematic setting featuring candlelit banquet tables, live stage presentations, giant LED screens, and dramatic Riviera-inspired lighting across the château grounds.

Organised in partnership with philanthropist Milutin Gatsby and luxury collaborators, the gala supports multiple international children’s charities and humanitarian organizations, including Save the Children, UNICEF Children Initiatives, Sarah’s Trust for Children, and DeliverFund.org.

According to event descriptions published around the gala, the 2026 edition also featured an exclusive premiere screening linked to the film Diamond, starring several major Hollywood names, reinforcing the event’s close ties to the international entertainment industry.

Prof. Mike Chan Meets International Stars

Throughout the evening, Prof. Mike Chan was seen networking and interacting with guests from the global film and philanthropic community.

Among those he met during the gala were acclaimed Hollywood actor Andy Garcia, actress and former James Bond star Olga Kurylenko, and Italian businessman and entrepreneur Alessandro Binello.

Photographs from the evening also showed Prof. Mike Chan posing alongside guests within the elegant château venue, dressed in a white patterned tuxedo jacket with black satin lapels and bow tie, reflecting the formal sophistication of the gala.

Sharon Stone Leads Star-Studded Charity Event

The gala also included charity auctions and exclusive experiences, which have become signature highlights of the Knights of Charity platform. Previous editions reportedly featured luxury collectibles, celebrity experiences, and artworks auctioned to raise funds for charitable programs.

Château de la Croix des Gardes: A Legendary Cannes Venue

Perched above Cannes with panoramic views of the Mediterranean coastline, the Château de la Croix des Gardes remains one of the Riviera’s most iconic private estates and event locations.

The venue’s association with classic Hollywood glamour and Riviera high society made it a fitting setting for a gala blending cinema, philanthropy and international networking during Cannes Film Festival week.

For Prof. Mike Chan, the gala formed part of his continuing Cannes 2026 engagements, where he has been documenting the intersection of wellness, influence, celebrity culture and global storytelling on one of the world’s most visible cultural stages.