A Royal Birthday Bash in New York: Jamie Dimon's Big Party for King Charles

Jamie Dimon, the head of JPMorgan Chase, celebrated King Charles III's birthday with a lavish party at the bank's new Manhattan headquarters.

A Grand Affair

• Venue: JPMorgan's new building in Manhattan
• Guests: Around 400, including British nobles, politicians, and former Prime Minister Tony Blair
• Highlights:
• A giant British flag projected onto the building
• A mix of British classics (Yorkshire pudding, beef pie) and sushi
• Whiskey bar with mostly Scottish whiskey

Historical Ties

Dimon emphasized the bank's British roots:

• J. P. Morgan, the founder, came from a family of English merchants
• His son was friends with King George VI, grandfather of King Charles

Notable Moments

• Irony noted: Celebrating a British monarch in a building symbolizing American prosperity
• Guest list diversity: British politicians, reality TV stars, and actors
• Decor: Photos of the royal family and former U.S. presidents

The New Headquarters

• Completion: After nearly eight years of planning and construction
• Significance: Represents the strong ties between Britain and America's financial capital

Dimon's Influence

• Political mentions: Potential presidential candidate, but no plans to run
• 2024 endorsement: Initially supported Nikki Haley, later spoke positively about Donald Trump