Allegra Skye Leguizamo, John Leguizamo, Sanford Biggers, and Arana Hankin Biggers. Bree Johnson/BFA.com The Parrish Art Museum’s Midsummer Gala: In the Clouds couldn’t be more on topic. After a Saturday of dramatic thunderstorms and flood watches, 700 guests — many dressed in high-end fashion — arrived at the museum, and what could have been chaos … Read more
At a press conference held on June 15 at the Grand Egyptian Museum, the partnership with Gala de Danza was announced, marking the regional and Egyptian debut of the Mexican dance company at one of Egypt’s most iconic cultural landmarks. The cooperation will culminate in a special event at the Grand Egyptian Museum on Thursday, … Read more
Saskia Connery and Peter Brant Jr. Photo by Mark Piasecki/Getty Images “Versailles…exists as a definitive, unparalleled statement that is unlikely to ever be repeated,” the American Friends of Versailles declared on its website. However, despite its uniqueness, like the ship of Theseus, the palace must be restored little by little to ward off the ravages … Read more
Keanu Reeves, Alexandra Grant, China Chow, and Alex Israel. Jojo Korsh/BFA.com The Los Angeles Museum of Contemporary Art’s annual gala is arguably one of the most truly exciting evenings in Los Angeles, and the 2026 edition at The Geffen Contemporary did not disappoint. The $3 million night hosted an enthusiastic dancer and creative multi-hyphenate Stephen … Read more
Carla Martinez de Salas welcomes J Balvin to the stage. Peter Zwolinski/BFA.com The annual El Museo del Barrio event, held last week at the Mandarin Oriental New York, brought together artists, philanthropists, collectors, cultural and political leaders to celebrate Latin American and Latino art and culture while raising more than $1 million to support El … Read more
Mickalene Thomas and John Legend. Getty Images for Gordon Park The Gordon Parks Foundation has spent two decades proving that creativity is among the most powerful tools in the fight for social justice, and the organization’s 20th anniversary gala at 42 Cipriani Street was testament to that. The electric evening raised a record $3 million, … Read more
Julie Halston and Katie Holmes. Getty Images for American Ballet On a sweltering Wednesday evening in May, stars, philanthropists and dancers strike enviable poses on the red carpet at 42 Via Cipriani. Occasion: 2026 ABT Honors Spring Gala Katie Holmes“Her genuine love of the arts and unwavering support of our mission make her truly deserving … Read more
Heidi Klum and her son Henry Samuel shut down the Cannes Film Festival red carpet with their coordinated looks. The two stepped out in style for the amfAR Gala Cannes 2026 presented by Chopard at Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc on May 21, 2026 in Cap d’Antibes, France. Embed from Getty Images Klum wore a dramatic black-and-white … Read more
Shaggy and Verne Tessler. Jason Lowry/BFA.com A fiery sunset lit up the skies over the Whitney Museum of American Art on Tuesday (May 19), as a vibrant mix of artists and industry insiders gathered for the 2026 Whitney Gala. A cornerstone of New York’s arts and philanthropy calendar, this year’s fundraising gala honored the contemporary … Read more
Fran Drescher and Hari Nef. WWD via Getty Images Last week, the New York City Ballet celebrated its annual gala with full star power. There’s nothing like seeing the 83-year-old Rolling Stones singer… Mick JaggerHe walks the red carpet with his ballerina fiancée Melanie Hamrick (Who happened to be the master of ceremonies). Jagger, the … Read more