Rosé performed her hit song “APT.” alongside a live band during the 15th annual LACMA Art+Film Gala in Los Angeles on November 7, 2026, anchoring an evening that raised roughly $7 million for museum programming and film preservation.
LACMA Charity Benefit Raises Record $7 Million
The Los Angeles County Museum of Art hosted roughly 600 guests from the worlds of art, film, fashion, and music for its annual charity benefit. Gucci returned as the primary sponsor, a role the luxury house has maintained since the gala’s inception in 2011.
Actor Leonardo DiCaprio and LACMA trustee Eva Chow served as co-chairs for the event. This year’s gathering brought in about $7 million, setting a new fundraising record for the institution.
The proceeds support the museum’s film programs, exhibitions, educational initiatives, and acquisitions that explore the intersections between visual art and cinema. Two prominent figures received honors during the evening. Artist Vija Celmins accepted the art award, recognized for detailed, monochromatic works like Ocean Surface and Night Sky #16. Director Denis Villeneuve received the film prize for his contributions to cinema, including the Dune series, Sicario, Arrival, and Blade Runner 2049.
K-Pop and Global Style on the Red Carpet
A notable contingent of Korean celebrities attended the red carpet, drawing international attention. Blackpink member Rosé wore a 1980s-inspired black velvet Saint Laurent evening dress with a large bow and gold buttons, accented by Tiffany & Co. jewelry.
Actor Park Bo-gum appeared in a tailored black jacket over a black shirt paired with camouflage pants, following his recent appointment as a global ambassador. Aespa member Ningning wore a crystal-embossed bra top paired with an olive faux-fur jacket as a Gucci global ambassador, while model Sujoo Park wore a black sheer Gucci dress featuring feather details.
For her special musical set, Rosé changed into an August Barron 2026 F/W collection aquamarine and cream dress featuring a pink brooch. She delivered a live performance of “APT.”, “Number One Girl”, and a new track titled “New Trick”, alongside a cover of The Killers’ “Read My Mind.”
Nicole Kidman Tributes Villeneuve as Eva Chow Steps Down
Actor Nicole Kidman traveled approximately 15 hours from Australia to present the tribute to Villeneuve. Kidman praised the director on stage, stating that his films always contain a deep understanding of humanity, according to event reporting. Villeneuve acknowledged the museum’s direct influence on his creative process, recalling that while preparing for his 2016 film Arrival, he visited a James Turrell exhibition at LACMA to observe how visitors responded to light-filled gallery spaces.
The evening also marked a change in the gala’s leadership. Eva Chow announced that she will step down from her role as co-chair after leading the event for all 15 years alongside Leonardo DiCaprio. Organizers have not yet named a successor to take over co-chair responsibilities for future galas.
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