Elton John performed to a sold out crowd as tennis superstar, Andy Roddick hosted the 2005 "Champions for Charity" Gala and Auction that was held on April 26, 2005 at the Four Seasons Hotel in Austin.

David Kiernan, from Pure Energy of South Florida, was the MC and auctioneer for the evening. Andy Roddick and Elton John jumped in to help raise the bids for a record live auction totaling nearly $300,000 alone.

The evening's festivities included cocktails, an intimate dinner and auction, and a solo performance by Sir Elton John that was held in the Four Seasons Ballroom for just 400 guests and billed as the "hottest ticket in Texas."

Elton rocked the house and had the audience on its feet and dancing in the isles as he sang many of his top hits including, "Daniel, Rocket Man, Philadelphia Freedom and Tiny Dancer." He dedicated a special country tune, "He'll Have to Go," in honor of country singer, Pam Tillis who was in attendance. Elton ended the evening with his signature classic "Candle in the Wind" as the audience waved candles in an emotional tribute to him and the spectacular performance that was simply overwhelming.

The event raised $800,000 exceeding all expectations by The Andy Roddick Foundation. Proceeds will benefit local children in need including The Settlement House, Austin Children's Hospital and A Glimmer of Hope Foundation.

Sponsorships sold from $10,000-$50,000 and were sold-out within a week after going on sale. A once in a lifetime opportunity included premier seating, a VIP reception with Andy Roddick, currently the number one player in the USA and the 2003 US Open Champion. Celebrity friends who joined Andy and Elton included country music superstar, Pam Tillis, Olympic Gold Medalist in ice skating, Sarah Hughes, actress, Lauren Woodward from the "Young and Restless," Governor Rick Perry and Pat Moran, CEO of JM Family/JM Lexus of Florida.

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