Taylor Swift and Hollywood Elite Dazzle at Academy Museum Gala
Stars including Kim Kardashian, Kate Hudson, and Jessica Biel joined Swift at the annual fundraising event.
The sixth annual Academy Museum Gala saw Hollywood's biggest stars gather in Los Angeles for the film institution's primary fundraiser. Among the attendees was Taylor Swift, who captivated in a strapless pale blue Dior gown. The event, held at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, supports the museum's film exhibitions, screenings, and public programs.
Swift, who was also slated to perform, debuted a shorter hairstyle styled in curls. Her ensemble was complemented by diamond chandelier earrings and a mauve pink lip, a departure from her signature red. Notably, she wore her engagement ring from Travis Kelce, gifted in August 2025.
The gala provided a stage for several high-profile figures, including Kim Kardashian, who opted for a classic Old Hollywood glamour look with a frilly strapless dress and a baby pink bow detail. Kate Hudson embodied vintage Hollywood style in a blush-toned strapless gown, her blonde hair curled in the style of Veronica Lake. Jessica Biel, accompanied by her husband Justin Timberlake, made a striking appearance in a black halter gown featuring a thigh-high slit and a feather boa.
Other notable attendees included Sarah Pidgeon in a red sequin dress, Karlie Kloss in an elegant black gown with a fur-trim waistline, and Brittany Snow in a red sequin gown. Anna Kendrick appeared in a low-neckline black gown, reuniting with her Pitch Perfect co-star Snow. Mia Goth wore a black robe-like gown, and Adrien Brody attended with his girlfriend Georgina Chapman, who wore a nude illusion gown with floral appliqués.
Kristen Wiig sported a black tuxedo jacket with trousers, while Demi Moore chose a purple ballgown. Eva Longoria channeled Audrey Hepburn, and Olivia Munn appeared in a strapless gold gown. Kendall Jenner wore a black and white strapless gown with a thigh-high slit, and Emily Ratajkowski donned a red gown with a plunging neckline.
Hunter Schafer was seen in a black velvet gown, Jessica Alba in a black sleeveless dress, and sisters Dakota and Elle Fanning in contrasting gowns. Eiza Gonzalez stunned in a white one-shoulder gown. Priyanka Chopra Jonas wore a silky off-the-shoulder gown, and Sofia Richie sported a sleek black sleeveless dress.
Taylor Swift's performance was a highlight of the evening, following her recent release of four new songs for the deluxe edition of her 2025 album, 'The Life of a Showgirl.' Her original song for 'Toy Story 5,' 'I Knew It, I Knew You,' made her eligible for an Oscar nomination.
This year's gala honored Charlize Theron with the Icon Award, Colman Domingo with the Vantage Award, and John Carpenter with the Luminary Award. Academy Museum president Amy Homma praised Swift as an 'extraordinary talent whose work resonates around the world,' expressing excitement for her performance to close the event.