Academy Museum Gala Raises $12M; Springsteen Performs

The 5th annual Academy Museum Gala in Los Angeles on Oct. 18 raised more than $12 million to support the museum’s programming and honored Penélope Cruz (Icon), Walter Salles (Luminary), Bruce Springsteen (Legacy) and Bowen Yang (Vantage). Bruce Springsteen performed and was introduced by George Clooney, with the event organized by co-chairs. The red carpet was a major fashion moment, from Jeremy Strong’s custom crimson tux and Jeff Goldblum’s theatrical ERL puffer to Bowen Yang’s Pearly‑inspired suit and classic tailoring on Regé‑Jean Page and Dave Franco. Beauty highlights included Selena Gomez’s red lip in her first post‑wedding appearance, Jenna Ortega’s bleached brows and Quinta Brunson’s kiss curls. Jewelry stole attention as well, led by Lucy Liu’s 41.93‑carat Australian black opal “Lillian” necklace and numerous high‑jewelry pieces from Tiffany & Co., Cartier and others, and many guests continued the celebration at Armani’s after‑party at the Chateau Marmont.