Gunna, Jamie Foxx, Janelle Monáe and More Black Celebs Who Attended Art Basel in Miami

Art Basel is an international art fair gathering the biggest galleries and art lovers for one weekend.

If you’ve never heard of Art Basel, this is your sign to change that! The global art fair in Miami connects art lovers while giving galleries and artists the chance to showcase their work to the world. This year’s must-attend affair was full of events, parties, and jaw-dropping art that everyone should take note of.

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Art Basel always brings out the biggest stars in the world, and this year was no different. From Jamie Foxx to Venus Williams, take a look at some of the many Black celebrities who made their way to Miami over the weekend.

Big Sean and Diplo 

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The rapper and DJ were in great spirits at the A.I.R. Chateau by Grey Goose Altius and MSCHF celebrating the new ultra-premium vodka.

Kehlani

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All the stars came out for the Grey Goose event!

Victoria Monet and Janelle Monáe

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When the Monets link up!!!

Savannah James, Stormzy, and April McDaniel

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Boardroom and Cadillac partnered for a star-studded dinner at Miami’s ZZ’s Club to celebrate Art Basel.

Devin Booker

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The event gathered celebs from all worlds such as art, music, and sports.

French Montana, Byron Prescott, Jamie Foxx, Charlie Mack, and Dave

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These celebs were spotted at Kingpin Bowling at Lucky Strike Miami during Art Basel on Dec. 5, 2024.

Leon Thomas

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The RnB star popped out at Kingpin Bowling too!

Travis Scott

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The Houston rapper was pictured using his best form at Kingpin Bowling.

Terrence J

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Terrence J never misses out on a good time.

Malcolm Jenkins

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The former NFL player attended an Art Basel Miami Beach VIP Preview 2024 at Miami Beach Convention Center.

Michael Bennett

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The NFL stars showed up in their best fits for the VIP Preview show.

Gunna

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Gunna was also spotted at the VIP Preview Show.

Venus Williams

Photo: Lexie Moreland/ WWD

The pro-athlete has been popping out looking absolutely fabulous recently, and the Gucci Cocktail Party at Art Basel 2024 was no different!

Janelle Monáe

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Janelle Monáe attended Miami Art Week – Saint & Citizen Presents: Saint Sessions Live at The Temple House on December 07, 2024 in Miami Beach, Florida.

Jonathan Daviss

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The young actor made his way to the Fendi Design District Boutique opening.

Duke Riley

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He might play for the Miami Dolphins, but Duke Riley also showed his interest in fashion while attending the Golden Goose with Karolina Kurkova and Artist Valfre Cocktail Party.

Yara Shahidi

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The Shahidi women looked fabulous at the Night Shift at Jon & Vinny’s Miami Residency hosted by American Express and Delta Air Lines at Rubell Museum.

Jimmy Butler

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In between dropping buckets in NBA games, Butler made time to party at LIV Nightclub at Fontainebleau Miami with Lil Wayne.

Lil Wayne

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Lil Wayne might not be performing at the Super Bowl, but you better believe the living legend is still booking shows at some of the hottest events in the country!

Lil Wayne, Mack Maine, Gudda Gudda, and Shedeur Sanders

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It was a Young Money reunion at Miami’s famous LIV Nightclub. Even Deon Sanders’ youngest son, Shedeur, was down with the crew.

Carmelo Anthony

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Shawn “Pecas” Costner, Kamal Hotchandani and Carmelo Anthony are seen during the Haute Living Ronnie Fieg celebration dinner at The Moore Miami.

Ludacris

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Move!! Atlanta legend Ludacris hit the stage during NYLON House presented by e.l.f. Cosmetics.

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