Los Angeles was once again at the intersection of art, film and fashion as the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) hosted its 15th annual Art+Film Gala on November 7. Bringing together more than 600 guests from across the creative industries, the highly anticipated evening celebrated artistic excellence, cinematic storytelling and the power of cultural philanthropy, raising nearly USD $7 million for the museum.
Co-chaired by LACMA trustee Eva Chow and Leonardo DiCaprio, the gala honoured artist Vija Celmins and acclaimed filmmaker Denis Villeneuve, recognising their remarkable contributions to the worlds of contemporary art and cinema.
ROSÉ Takes Centre Stage
One of the evening’s standout moments came courtesy of musical guest ROSÉ. The global super star brought her signature presence to the celebration with a special performance, adding a vibrant musical highlight to an evening otherwise dedicated to the visual arts and filmmaking.
Her appearance was among the night’s most anticipated moments, with ROSÉ also pictured alongside co-chair Eva Chow, capturing the meeting of music, fashion and art that has become synonymous with the annual event.
Presented by Gucci, which has partnered with the gala since its inception in 2011, the evening was as much a celebration of creativity as it was a showcase of fashion, with an impressive gathering of actors, musicians, artists, designers and cultural tastemakers.
A Red Carpet Filled with Standout Looks
Beyond the evening’s honourees and performances, the red carpet offered a compelling displayof fashion.With Gucci presenting the event, the guest arrivals brought together an eclectic mixof sophisticatedeveningwear, daring silhouettes and statement-making ensembles.
Among the notable arrivals were Anya Taylor-Joy, Kylie Jenner, Emily Ratajkowski, Elsa Hosk, AlexConsaniand Odessa A’zion. Their appearances reflected the gala’s distinctive fashion sensibility,where personalstyle and artistic expression take centre stage.
Also in attendance were Eva Chow, who has helped shape the gala over its 15-year history, andGuccicreative director Demna, whose presence further underscored the longstanding relationshipbetweenthe fashion house and the museum.
Hollywood’s Finest Come Together
The guest list was equally impressive, with Hollywood stars and international personalities gatheringunderone roof.
Among those spotted were Nicole Kidman, Timothée Chalamet, Parker Posey, Sarah Paulson, JuliaGarner,Jordan Firstman and Paris Hilton, who attended with her husband and LACMA trustee CarterReum.Kylie Jenner also made an appearance, alongside South Korean actor Park Bo-gum and Ningning.
The evening also welcomed an influential group of artists and creative figures, including CharlesGaines,Mickalene Thomas, Diana Thater, Alex Israel, Catherine Opie, Christina Quarles and Calida Rawles.
Together, the diverse guest list highlighted the gala’s unique position as a meeting point for theworldsof art, film, fashion and entertainment.
Celebrating Art, Film and a Meaningful Cause
At the heart of the festivities was a celebration of this year’s two honourees: Vija Celmins,whosemeticulously rendered works explore the natural world and its imagery, and Denis Villeneuve,thefilmmaker behind some of contemporary cinema’s most visually ambitious films.
LACMA director and CEO Michael Govan praised both honourees for their ability to transform thewayaudiences perceive the world, whether through the intimate details of Celmins’ artwork orthe imaginativecinematic universes created by Villeneuve.
The gala raised nearly $7 million to support LACMA’s efforts to bring film more centrally into itscuratorialprogramming, alongside the museum’s broader mission.
The evening also marked another milestone for the institution following the opening of its DavidGeffenGalleries in April. During the celebrations, Govan highlighted new public artwork by Shio Kusaka,titledBeam (2026), installed on the Paris Hilton and Carter Reum Terrace with support from the couple.
As the Art+Film Gala enters its 15th year, its continued success reflects the importance of bringingdifferentcreative disciplines together in support of the arts. Between ROSÉ’s performance, the impressive fashion moments and a guest list spanning some of the most influential names in entertainment and culture, this year’s edition was a fitting celebration of creativity — all while raising nearly $7million for a cause that extends far beyond the red carpet.
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