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Monday, October 5, 2026

Page Six Column Rounds Up Celebrity and Political Buzz

Events and anecdotes featuring Gustavo Dudamel, Rudy Giuliani, Kevin Hart, and Sarah Jessica Parker are detailed in the latest society roundup.

US Politics • 2 hours ago
Page Six Column Rounds Up Celebrity and Political Buzz

Uptown New York society gathered to honor Gustavo Dudamel, the new Music and Artistic Director of the New York Philharmonic, with a celebration at Brasserie Boulud. The event, hosted by philanthropists Barbara Tober and Elizabeth Segerstrom, also paid tribute to their late husbands, Donald Tober and Henry Segerstrom. Guests included Candace Bushnell, Francine LeFrak, Peter Marino, Daniel and Katherine Gage Boulud, Bill Burford and Jessica Green, Yue Sai Kan and Allan Pollack, Judith Pisar, and Kip Forbes.

Elsewhere, New York Times obituary writer Sam Roberts discussed the "meanest" piece he has written, confessing it was for former Mayor Rudy Giuliani. Roberts shared that Giuliani's obituary would include his participation in the "Borat" movie, his efforts to prevent Mayor Mamdani from attending the 9/11 Memorial service, and the press conference held at Four Seasons Total Landscaping.

The downtown tabloid On The Rag launched its third issue, a collaboration between Samuel Loren and Tif Sigrid that merges literary and art worlds. The issue aims to connect different generations and artistic spheres, with attendees at its launch party including representatives from Andrew Krepps Gallery, Susan Inglett Gallery, Artnet News, The Atlantic, and Vice.

In nightlife news, Socialista, a lounge above Cipriani in Soho, has closed and is set to reopen as Living Room, a concept previously launched in Cipriani's Miami location.

Bill Murray introduced the Tedeschi Trucks Band at Eric Clapton’s Crossroads Festival in Austin, testing material for his introductions throughout the night. Murray later introduced the band again at Radio City for Buddy Guy’s 90th birthday celebration.

Director of the upcoming Netflix miniseries "East of Eden," based on the John Steinbeck classic, shared a serendipitous experience landing the gig. He discovered the book on a plane while en route to meet screenwriter Zoe Kazan, whose grandfather directed the 1955 film adaptation.

Cabaret star Bridget Everett discussed how her HBO series "Somebody Somewhere" has changed her financial circumstances, allowing her to dine out more freely. Everett also offered a candid piece of advice regarding fashion for women with larger chests.

Comedian Kevin Hart has been making surprise appearances for hour-long sets at the Comedy Cellar in New York City. Hart, who has been filming "Spy Duo" with Henry Cavill, reportedly uses these sets to test new material.

Chef Bobby Flay shared his favorite New York City food spots, including local hot dog stands, Donut Plant, and various pizza establishments such as L’Industrie, Lucali, Mama’s TOO!, and Joe’s. He also recommended Razza in Jersey City.

Sarah Jessica Parker attended the New York City Ballet 2026 Fall Gala with a notable high ponytail, which her husband, Matthew Broderick, humorously claimed responsibility for. Parker, vice chair of the ballet's board of directors, expressed her affection for the event, now in its 14th year. Other attendees included Amy Sedaris, Nicole Ari Parker, Fran Drescher, Jean Shafiroff, Julia Fox, and Stevie Nicks, as well as "The Real Housewives of New York City" star Jessel Taank.


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