'Rock Star: INXS' Props and Memorabilia Up for Bid on eBay September 21-30 to Benefit the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric Aids Foundation

'Rock Star: INXS' Props and Memorabilia Up for Bid on eBay September 21-30 to Benefit the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric Aids Foundation

- Fans are Encouraged to Visit www.rockstar-auctions.com to Join the Band and Rock the House -

SANTA MONICA, Calif., Sept. 22 /PRNewswire/ -- Concert halls and stadiums around the world get ready for a "New Sensation" as the winner of the hit CBS show "Rock Star: INXS" takes his place as the new lead singer for the superstar band. On September 20, the world learned that J.D. Fortune will take the reins as the new front man for rock band INXS. While J.D. will lead the band on their upcoming world tour -- fans can also be a part of the action. "Rock Star: INXS" has partnered with the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation to offer exclusive musical instruments and memorabilia from the show on eBay, The World's Online Marketplace(R). The charity listings are already up on eBay and will remain through September 30. All proceeds will benefit the Foundation to help create a healthier future for children worldwide.

"We are so pleased that we are able to offer the instruments and other items from "Rock Star: INXS" to the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation," said "Rock Star: INXS" executive producer and Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation board member Mark Burnett. "I am proud that we have been able to continue to help raise awareness of the foundation's critical efforts and provide vital funding. I am excited to add to the contributions that our shows have been able to raise to date."

Outbid Other Rock Star: INXS Fans

"Rock Star: INXS" began with the 15 contestants walking onstage and giving it their all for renowned rock guitarist Dave Navarro and all the members of INXS, just the opening chapter of a season that, week after week, featured emotional and amazing live performances. Now, there's just one last chance to perform: Compete to own more than 125 one-of-a-kind items from the hit show. Just a few of the prized items available for auction include:

* Signed Roland keyboard; * Signed Gibson electric and acoustic guitars; * Wardrobe pieces worn by the cast; * Signed and pre-loaded Dell Media Players; * And much more!

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Log onto www.rockstar-auctions.com or on to eBay (www.ebay.com) to make the winning bid and become the lucky owner of priceless items from "Rock Star: INXS." The charity auctions will run on eBay from Wednesday, September 21 through Friday, September 30, with new items added daily. All proceeds will benefit the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation.

MARK BURNETT AND THE ELIZABETH GLASER PEDIATRIC AIDS FOUNDATION

Mark Burnett first partnered with the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation during the filming of "Survivor: Africa" to highlight the global HIV/AIDS pandemic and the work of the Foundation to prevent mother-to-child transmission (MTCT) of HIV. As part of his ongoing commitment to the fight against pediatric HIV/AIDS, "Survivor," "The Apprentice," "The Contender" and "Rock Star: INXS" Executive Producer Mark Burnett joined the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation Board of Directors, and has facilitated charity auctions to benefit the Foundation surrounding "Survivor: Africa," "Survivor: Marquesas," "Survivor: Thailand," "Survivor: The Amazon," "Survivor: Pearl Islands," "Survivor: All Stars," "Survivor: Vanuatu," "Survivor: Palau," three seasons of "The Apprentice," "The Contender" and "Rock Star: INXS." In addition, CBS- TV worked with Mark Burnett to create and air a series of public service announcements on the Foundation in 2002. To date, this partnership has raised more than $1.5 million for the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation.

ABOUT THE ELIZABETH GLASER PEDIATRIC AIDS FOUNDATION

The Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation is the worldwide leader in the fight against pediatric AIDS and other serious and life-threatening illnesses affecting children. The Foundation's innovative research programs, collaborative training initiatives, advocacy efforts, and rapidly expanding international programs are bringing dramatic changes to the lives of children worldwide. To learn more, please visit the Foundation's Web site at www.pedaids.org.

ABOUT MARK BURNETT PRODUCTIONS

Mark Burnett Productions (MBP) is one of the world's leading television production companies. MBP revolutionized television with hits such as "Eco-Challenge," "Survivor," "The Apprentice," "The Contender," "Rock Star: INXS," "MARTHA" and the upcoming "The Apprentice: Martha Stewart." MBP also successfully reintroduced product placement as an integral part of each of its shows and has garnered a total of 33 Emmy nominations since 2001. Mark Burnett was listed as the #1 Most Valuable Player by TV Guide and also in Time's Top 100 most influential people in the world today.

Source: Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation

CONTACT: Darin Dusan of Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation, +1-310-491-3170, ddusan@pedaids.org

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