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Andrew Segal
The inspiration for this story originated when I was invited to a black-tie event, given by a senior American politician.
Attended by some fabulously wealthy people, among whom a sprinkling of bil...view moreThe inspiration for this story originated when I was invited to a black-tie event, given by a senior American politician.
Attended by some fabulously wealthy people, among whom a sprinkling of billionaires, the party was hosted in the heart of London's Mayfair.
My attention was drawn by a strikingly handsome young man, with immaculate black hair, who, ignoring protocol, wore a white tuxedo and flourished a long thin cheroot between aristocratic fingers.
Exuding charm, he approached the elegant dames, whether alone or accompanied by husbands. I contrived to get as close to him as possible to overhear what they found so fascinating about this individual.
The gentleman was a Gigolo. I needed to know more. But when I later made enquiries of my various hosts, none of them could ever recall having invited the man.view less