Awards season may be months away, but stars are already bringing out their best and brightest looks — just take it from the red carpet at the 2024 Academy Museum Gala. The annual fundraiser, which supports the institution’s cinema exhibits and public programming, courted A-list guests like Selena Gomez, Nicole Kidman and Kerry Washington.
Ahead, see some of the best dressed guests at the 2024 Academy Museum Gala.
Selena Gomez
Selena Gomez at the 2024 Academy Museum Gala on Oct. 19 in Los Angeles.
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Selena Gomez sported a navy suede Alaïa halter gown featuring an exposed leather bustier, adding on statement sterling silver bracelets and earrings from Tiffany & Co. The actress and singer was styled by Erin Walsh, who’s also known for dressing celebrities like Anne Hathaway and Elizabeth Banks.
Nicole Kidman
Nicole Kidman at the 2024 Academy Museum Gala on Oct. 19 in Los Angeles.
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Nicole Kidman opted for a sleeveless Balenciaga gown featuring a boat neckline and a floor-length train. Matching opera gloves and Messika jewelry. The actress currently works with stylist Jason Bolden, who also counts Cara Delevingne, Cynthia Erivo and Dwyane Wade as clients.
Anna Kendrick
Anna Kendrick at the 2024 Academy Museum Gala on Oct. 19 in Los Angeles.
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Anna Kendrick glittered in a strapless sequined gown by Monique Lhuillier. Her blue frock featured botanical embroidery.
Olivia Wilde
Olivia Wilde at the 2024 Academy Museum Gala on Oct. 19 in Los Angeles.
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Olivia Wilde wore a green lace tea-length dress from Erdem’s spring 2025 collection, pairing it with metallic open-toe heels by Jimmy Choo and a diamond necklace. The actress was styled by Karla Welch, who also counts Sarah Paulson, Gal Gadot and Anna Sawai as clients.
Kerry Washington
Kerry Washington at the 2024 Academy Museum Gala on Oct. 19 in Los Angeles.
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Kerry Washington favored 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, which was curated by Rob Zangardi and Mariel Haenn — stylists to Kelsea Ballerini, Gwen Stefani and Suki Waterhouse, among others.
See the full best dressed list at the 2024 Academy Museum Gala below.
