Awards season is still a few months away, but stars are already bringing their best and brightest — take it from the red carpet at the 2024 Academy Museum Gala. The annual fundraiser, which supports the company’s cinema exhibitions and public events, has welcomed A-list guests such as Selena Gomez, Nicole Kidman and Kerry Washington.
Above, see some of the best-dressed guests at the 2024 Academy Museum Gala.
Selena Gomez
Selena Gomez at the 2024 Academy Museum Gala on October 19 in Los Angeles.
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Selena Gomez wore a navy suede Alaïa halter gown accessorized with sterling silver bracelets and earrings from Tiffany & Co. .
Nicole Kidman
Nicole Kidman at the 2024 Academy Museum Gala on October 19 in Los Angeles.
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Nicole Kidman opted for a sleeveless Balenciaga gown with a boat neckline and floor-length train. Appropriate opera gloves and Messika jewelry. The actress currently works with stylist Jason Bolton, who also counts Cara Delevingne, Cynthia Erivo and Dwyane Wade as clients.
Anna Kendrick
Anna Kendrick at the 2024 Academy Museum Gala on October 19 in Los Angeles.
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Anna Kendrick sparkled in a strapless sequined gown by Monique Lhuillier. Her blue dress featured botanical embroidery.
Olivia Wilde
Olivia Wilde at the 2024 Academy Museum Gala on October 19 in Los Angeles.
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Olivia Wilde wore a green lace tea-length dress from Erdem’s Spring 2025 collection, which she paired with Jimmy Choo’s metallic open-toe heels and a diamond necklace. The actress was styled by Carla Welch, who also counts Sarah Paulson, Cal Gadot and Anna Savoy as clients.
Kerry Washington
Kerry Washington at the 2024 Academy Museum Gala on Oct. 19 in Los Angeles.
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Kerry Washington loved larger-than-life florals in a black and white high-low gown from Carolina Herrera’s Spring 2025 collection. Aquazzura ankle-strap pumps topped off her glamorous ensemble, designed by Rob Zangardi and Mariel Haenn — stylists like Kelsea Ballerini, Gwen Stefani and Suki Waterhouse.
Check out the list of Best Dressed at the 2024 Academy Museum Gala below.
