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Davenport has also hired out the building as an exhibition space and filming location. All Visual Arts used it for the 'Vanitas'<ref>[http://www.life.com/image/105193589 Vanitas: The Transience of Earthly Pleasures] ''LIFE.COM'' 11 October 2010</ref>: The Transience of Earthly Pleasures’ exhibition for the Frieze Art Fair in 2010.<ref>[http://www.telegraph.co.uk/culture/culturepicturegalleries/8048942/Vanitas-The-Transience-of-Earthly-Pleasures-an-exhibition-during-the-2010-Frieze-Art-Fair.html Vanitas: The Transience of Earthly Pleasures, an exhibition during the 2010 Frieze Art Fair'] ''The Daily Telegraph'' October 2010</ref> In April 2010, the house doubled as [[Lionel Logue]]’s clinic in oscar winning film ''[[The King's Speech]]'' starring [[Colin Firth]].<ref>[http://www.thisislondon.co.uk/standard/article-23916250-its-enough-to-make-king-george-speechless-set-for-firths-hit-film-was-a-sex-party-venue.do 110-room house doubled as Lionel Logue’s clinic in The King’s Speech] ''London Evening Standart'' 21 January 2011</ref> Davenport was living there during part of the filming; one scene was filmed in his bedroom.<ref>[http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1349362/The-Kings-Speech-mansion-used-sex-parties-porn-discos-elocution-lessons.html 33 Portland Place, a Georgian property in Marylebone, was picked by the drama’s producers to shoot scenes involving speech therapist Lionel Logue helping King George VI beat his stammer.]</ref> The film was nominated for seven Golden Globes, fourteen Baftas and twelve Academy Awards.<ref>[http://www.ukfilmcouncil.org.uk/ukfeaturefilms?show=16669&page=2&step=10&category= The Kings Speech] ''UK Film Council'' November 2010</ref> |
Davenport has also hired out the building as an exhibition space and filming location. All Visual Arts used it for the 'Vanitas'<ref>[http://www.life.com/image/105193589 Vanitas: The Transience of Earthly Pleasures] ''LIFE.COM'' 11 October 2010</ref>: The Transience of Earthly Pleasures’ exhibition for the Frieze Art Fair in 2010.<ref>[http://www.telegraph.co.uk/culture/culturepicturegalleries/8048942/Vanitas-The-Transience-of-Earthly-Pleasures-an-exhibition-during-the-2010-Frieze-Art-Fair.html Vanitas: The Transience of Earthly Pleasures, an exhibition during the 2010 Frieze Art Fair'] ''The Daily Telegraph'' October 2010</ref> In April 2010, the house doubled as [[Lionel Logue]]’s clinic in oscar winning film ''[[The King's Speech]]'' starring [[Colin Firth]].<ref>[http://www.thisislondon.co.uk/standard/article-23916250-its-enough-to-make-king-george-speechless-set-for-firths-hit-film-was-a-sex-party-venue.do 110-room house doubled as Lionel Logue’s clinic in The King’s Speech] ''London Evening Standart'' 21 January 2011</ref> Davenport was living there during part of the filming; one scene was filmed in his bedroom.<ref>[http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1349362/The-Kings-Speech-mansion-used-sex-parties-porn-discos-elocution-lessons.html 33 Portland Place, a Georgian property in Marylebone, was picked by the drama’s producers to shoot scenes involving speech therapist Lionel Logue helping King George VI beat his stammer.]</ref> The film was nominated for seven Golden Globes, fourteen Baftas and twelve Academy Awards.<ref>[http://www.ukfilmcouncil.org.uk/ukfeaturefilms?show=16669&page=2&step=10&category= The Kings Speech] ''UK Film Council'' November 2010</ref> |
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In 2008, Davenport purchased the fashion label of [[Patrick Cox]] for £2.5 million.<ref>{{Cite news|author=Alexis Parr |url=http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-1023390/Patrick-Cox-fears-luxury-shoe-brand-sells-orgies-host-Lord-Eddie-Davenport.html |title=Patrick Cox fears for his luxury shoe brand as he sells to orgies host 'Lord' Eddie Davenport |publisher=Dailymail.co.uk |date=2008-06-01 |accessdate=2010-02-21 | location=London}}</ref> Following the sale of his business, celebrity shoe designer Patrick Cox remained on the Board of Designers. Davenport is renowned for wearing [[Savile Row]].<ref>Pierce, Andrew [http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/uknews/4613214/Profile-of-Lord-Edward-Davenport.html] "Profile of Lord Edward Davenport", February 2009</ref> |
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Edward Davenport | |
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 Edward Davenport at 33 Portland Place, London W1 | |
| Born | Edward Ormus Sharington Davenport 11 July 1966 |
| Nationality | British |
| Occupation | Businessman |
| Years active | 1982–present |
| Known for | Serious fraud; founder of the Gatecrasher Balls |
| Website | www.davenporttrust.com [2] |
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| File:Edward-Davenport-signature.png | |
Edward Davenport (born July 11, 1966) is an English convicted fraudster,[1] and property developer. He is also known for his acquisition of the former High Commission building of Sierra Leone in London, during the civil war in Sierra Leone,[2] where he hosted high profile celebrity events.[2]
Early life
The son of a restaurateur from Fulham, Davenport was educated at Frensham Heights School, Surrey, and Mander Portman Woodward,[2] where he began coordinating parties on an amateur basis.[3]
Gatecrasher Balls
In 1987 aged 19, Davenport co-founded Gatecrashers, a company that organized parties for teenagers at country houses such as Longleat and Weston Park.[4] The balls were attended by up to 10,000 party-goers at any one time, achieving national notoriety and at the height of its success it was generating £1,000,000 a year.[5]
Business
Following the success of the Gatecrasher Balls, Davenport turned his attention to the club industry in 1991. His ventures included joint-ownership with Piers Adam of the SW1 Club (now known as Pacha), and The Conservatory based in Derby.[4]
After selling the clubs, he established a pawnbroking business with offices in Bruton Street, Mayfair. He also owned several pubs on The King's Road, Chelsea. In 1995, Davenport concentrated on establishing a business in property development and made investments into entrepreneurial businesses in the UK, some of which he served as a Non-Executive Director.[2] After acquiring a Lordship of the manorial title he began to call himself "Lord Edward,"[6] although he is not a peer.[2]
33 Portland Place
In 1996, Davenport entered into negotiations with the Government of Sierra Leone in order to refurbish their embassy, which eventually became his private residence by manoeuvring through a legal loophole to acquire it. Although the case was eventually settled with no clear victor, the British Government offered to purchase a new High Commission for Sierra Leone leaving Davenport with the property.[2] Davenport was introduced to Professor Cyril Foray who was the former Foreign Minister and High Commissioner of Sierra Leone, during the civil war, which led to Davenport's acquisition of their former High Commission.
In 2005, the Sunday Mirror reported that orgies were being held at Davenport's mansion. A political strategist for the Conservative Party was accused of being present by the Sunday Mirror although his party later denied his presence.[7]
In July 2010, Westminster City Council brought a charge against Davenport for allegedly breaching a noise abatement notice they had served, following a party at 33 Portland Place. The case was dismissed by Judge Purdy at Westminster City Magistrate's Court, and Davenport was awarded the sum of £28,000 in costs.[8] Later, that month Westminster City Council alleged his flamboyant parties at 33 Portland Place breached planning permissions. The council's allegations included assertions that Davenport had filled a pool with Courvoisier, which guests could row across.[9][10]
Davenport has also hired out the building as an exhibition space and filming location. All Visual Arts used it for the 'Vanitas'[11]: The Transience of Earthly Pleasures’ exhibition for the Frieze Art Fair in 2010.[12] In April 2010, the house doubled as Lionel Logue’s clinic in oscar winning film The King's Speech starring Colin Firth.[13] Davenport was living there during part of the filming; one scene was filmed in his bedroom.[14] The film was nominated for seven Golden Globes, fourteen Baftas and twelve Academy Awards.[15]
Conviction for fraud
In September 2011, Davenport and an acquaintance were convicted of advance-fee fraud in London. Davenport was jailed for seven years and eight months.[1]
Private life
Interviewed by The Independent in September 2008, he commented:"Some of the girls I have around me I don't sleep with, for whatever reason, and some I do sleep with. They fall into those two categories."[2]
In October 2006 Davenport lost a £100,000 bet to his press representative Alex King, who gained entry to the West End premiere of The History Boys, and shook hands with Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall.[16]
References
- ^ a b "'Lord' Edward Davenport jailed for fraud" (html). BBC. Retrieved 5/10/2011.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|accessdate=(help) - ^ a b c d e f g "Edward Davenport: The scandalous world of Britain's most sociable socialite - Profiles, People". The Independent. London. 10 September 2008. Retrieved 2010-02-21.
- ^ "Edward Davenport Photo Gallery [1] 2005
- ^ a b "Diamond geezer". London: The Independent. 5 May 1995. Retrieved 5 May 1995.
{{cite news}}: Check date values in:|accessdate=(help) - ^ GERRARD, LESLEY (1996-01-27). "Tycoon of teen lust - Life & Style". London: The Independent. Retrieved 2010-02-21.
- ^ Pierce, Andrew (2009-02-13). "Profile of Lord Edward Davenport". London: Telegraph.co.uk. Retrieved 2010-02-21.
- ^ Investigations, GRAHAM JOHNSON (2005-03-20). "Biggest Ever Filthy-Rich Orgy: Wpc Cops Off". Sunday Mirror. Retrieved 2010-02-21.
- ^ The real fast Eddie Davenport Tim Willis 08.07.10 This Is London
- ^ "Council is hedonistic party pooper". The New Zealand Herald. 18 July 2010. Retrieved 29 September 2011.
- ^ Swimming pool at Georgian mansion 'filled with alcohol for party-goers to row across' The Daily Telegraph 14 July 2010
- ^ Vanitas: The Transience of Earthly Pleasures LIFE.COM 11 October 2010
- ^ Vanitas: The Transience of Earthly Pleasures, an exhibition during the 2010 Frieze Art Fair' The Daily Telegraph October 2010
- ^ 110-room house doubled as Lionel Logue’s clinic in The King’s Speech London Evening Standart 21 January 2011
- ^ 33 Portland Place, a Georgian property in Marylebone, was picked by the drama’s producers to shoot scenes involving speech therapist Lionel Logue helping King George VI beat his stammer.
- ^ The Kings Speech UK Film Council November 2010
- ^ Gardham, Duncan (05 Oct 2006). "The Prince, the prankster and a 'peer' who throws sex parties". London: Vids.myspace.com. Retrieved 05 Oct 2006.
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