Jane Seymour's Open Hearts Foundation Gala Unites Family for Charity
British-born actress Jane Seymour, the iconic former Bond girl from Live And Let Die, hosted a rare family gathering at her stunning seaside Malibu mansion on Sunday evening. The 75-year-old beauty dazzled in a silver sequined floor-length dress with spaghetti straps, accessorized with diamond jewelry including her signature Open Hearts necklace, as she welcomed guests to her annual Open Hearts Foundation black-tie fundraiser.
A Meaningful Evening of Generosity and Connection
The event, designed to support grassroots non-profits and mental health initiatives through the arts, saw Seymour joined by her four children: Katherine, 44; Sean, 40; and twins Kristopher and John, both 30. Also in attendance were her musician boyfriend John Zambetti, her two sisters Anne and Sally, and stepdaughter Jenni Flynn, with whom Seymour remains very close. In an emotional Instagram post, Seymour expressed her gratitude, writing: "Last night’s @openheartsfoundation Gala was a beautiful, joyful, and deeply meaningful evening. I’m still beaming with gratitude for all the love in the room."
She reflected on her mother Mieke Frankenberg, a World War II internment camp survivor who inspired the foundation, noting: "I couldn’t help but think of my mother and how proud she would be to see the legacy of compassion, connection, and giving that continues through this foundation." Seymour thanked attendees, donors, volunteers, and sponsors for their support in making the evening possible.
The Seymour Family: Diverse Careers and Close Bonds
Jane Seymour's children have pursued varied and successful careers. Katherine, whose father is businessman David Flynn (married to Seymour from 1981 to 1992), has worked as a Golden Globe Awards Ambassador and appeared in films like The Suteur (2008) and Perfectly Prudence (2011). She recently directed a short film titled Townes and has a role in the upcoming miniseries Glow And Darkness.
Sean, also fathered by David Flynn, is a photographer and director. The twins, Kristopher and John, share father James Keach, an actor and director who was married to Seymour from 1993 until their divorce in 2015. Seymour's family extends to stepchildren Jenni and Kalen, maintaining strong relationships despite past marital changes.
A Legacy of Open Hearts and Philanthropic Impact
Seymour founded the Open Hearts Foundation in 2010 to assist emerging non-profits that embody the philosophy of compassion and mutual support. Over its first decade, the foundation has invested nearly $1,000,000 in grants, supporting organizations that promote mental health and community through artistic expression. The gala, set against the backdrop of Seymour's Malibu estate with views of the Pacific Ocean and a swimming pool, highlighted this ongoing commitment.
In her social media tribute, Seymour emphasized: "So much good can happen when people come together with open hearts. I am endlessly grateful to each of you who made last night so special." The event not only showcased family unity but also reinforced the foundation's mission to foster generosity and connection in support of vital causes.
