While most people were outside still celebrating Halloween on Saturday (Nov.1), a handful of Black stars and celebrities gathered in Los Angeles to celebrate at the 2025 LACMA Art + Film Gala, honoring movie director Ryan Coogler.
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The 14th annual event, put on by the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, highlights creatives whose work has reshaped their respective fields. Given the massive success of Coogler’s movie “Sinners,” it was only fitting that Coogler be one of this year’s honorees alongside painter and artist Mary Corse.
During his acceptance speech, Coogler beautifully reflected on his journey in filmmaking, finding community in Los Angeles, and making beautiful art while “existing in that zone of art, utility and commerce” as a Black person in America.
But seeing as how this event is one of L.A.’s most prestigious galas and was presented in partnership with Gucci, you already know some of our favorite Black stars showed up and showed out on the red carpet! From a very dapper Damson Idris to a truly stunning Queen Latifah, keep reading to see how these fashionably famous faces and more popped out!
Ryan and Zinzi Coogler
Honoree Ryan Coogler and his wife Zinzi showed up looking every bit like a Black Barbie and Ken. We can’t wait to see them once again on a red carpet holding some gold hardware in their hand real soon.
Queen Latifah
When it comes to Queen Latifah, we can always count on her to give us an effortless slay from her hair down to her outfit. LACMA 2025 was no exception!
Quinta Brunson
This ain’t Janine Teagues! Quinta Brunson made sure to step out in a simple yet chic black dress that perfectly complimented her short and sweet pixie cut.
Angela Bassett
If there’s one thing the “Queen Mother” Angela Bassett is going to do, it’s have fun and serve an amazing look on a carpet. This fringe, chartreuse dress is a moment all on its own!
Damson Idris
When has Damson Idris not given suave, smooth and debonair? While you try to answer that question, we’ll continue to admire his gray look at this year’s LACMA gala.
Doja Cat
Tapped as the musical guest for the evening, Doja Cat made a stunning appearance in this orange-gold, sequined dress with a show-stopping, thigh-high split.
Ryan Destiny
Model and actress Ryan Destiny came through in an ethereal white gown and a slicked back hairdo, making her look even more angelic than she usually looks on the runways and in fashion spreads.
Ava DuVernay
One of the most regal looks of the night, movie director Ava DuVernay shined in a light gray, muted lavender dress and flawless ‘locs.
Cynthia Bailey
Supermodel and former “Real Housewives of Atlanta” star Cynthia Bailey popped out on her velvet suit, tie steez and blonde curls. Move over, Justin Timberlake!
Tessa Thompson
Fresh off the release of her film”Hedda,” (which is available to stream now on Prime Video), Tessa Thompson sparkled in a silver turtleneck dress!
Cynthia Erivo
Cynthia Erivo may have had bedazzled eyes on her dress, but all eyes couldn’t help but be fixated on her for this dramatic and shiny look!
Miles Caton
Miles Caton, the breakout star from Coogler’s “Sinners,” stopped by alongside his co-star Omar Benson Miller (fourth from left) and others looking clean and smooth for the night’s festivities.
Tyriq Withers
“Him” star Tyriq Withers brought a classic plaid pattern to the LACMA carpet and showed us all once again why he’s next up onscreen and in fashion.
Kerry Washington
The always amazing Kerry Washington made sure to strut her fashionable stuff and stop by the red carpet in this unique gown!
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