Charlize Theron leads the style pack in sheer lace dress at Academy Museum Gala


Hollywood's biggest stars stepped out in showstopping gowns for the sixth annual Academy Museum Gala in Los Angeles


Nicola Conville
Nicola ConvilleFeatures Writer
Updated: 46 minutes ago

Hollywood's biggest stars brought their fashion A-game to the sixth annual Academy Museum Gala in Los Angeles on Saturday, October 17. Demi Moore shone in a dramatic two-tone gown, while Charlize Theron turned heads in daring sheer black lace and Kate Hudson embraced old Hollywood glamour in a sparkling strapless creation. Jessica Lange, 77, also made a rare red carpet appearance, looking effortlessly elegant in a sophisticated black lace gown. The prestigious event, which honoured Charlize Theron, Colman Domingo and filmmaker John Carpenter, attracted a glittering guest list including Pamela Anderson, Eva Longoria, Jessica Biel, Sabrina Carpenter and Anna Kendrick.

Charlize Theron was honoured with an award on the night© Getty Images

Charlize Theron

Charlize made a daring fashion statement in a striking black sheer gown featuring intricate lace panels and glittering embellishments. The Oscar-winning actress showcased her incredible figure in the sleeveless design, which featured a high neckline, revealing mesh detailing across the bodice and hips, and a flowing transparent skirt. She completed the edgy ensemble with strappy black heels and delicate silver jewellery, while her blonde hair was swept back in a sleek, sophisticated style.

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Kate Hudson

Kate brought a touch of old Hollywood glamour to the red carpet in a stunning strapless champagne-coloured gown. The Almost Famous actress looked sensational in the figure-hugging design, which featured delicate crystal embellishments and dramatic sculptural ruffles cascading down one side. She accessorised with sparkling drop earrings, while her long blonde hair was swept into glamorous, side-parted waves.

Demi Moore at the 6th Annual Academy Museum Gala held at Academy Museum of Motion Pictures on October 17, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Gilbert Flores/Variety via Getty Images)© Variety via Getty Images

Demi Moore

Demi made a showstopping entrance in a dramatic two-tone gown featuring a sculpted black strapless bodice and a voluminous lilac skirt. She accessorised with dazzling diamond drop earrings, sparkling bracelets and statement rings, while her dark hair was swept into an elegant updo. 

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Jessica Lange

Jessica was the picture of Hollywood elegance as she graced the red carpet in a beautiful floor-length black lace gown. The actress looked radiant in the sophisticated design, which featured a flattering V-shaped neckline, delicate sheer lace sleeves and a fitted silhouette that skimmed her figure. Her signature silver-blonde hair was styled in voluminous, softly curled waves reminiscent of old Hollywood glamour, while diamond earrings and a sparkling bracelet added a touch of understated luxury.

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Pamela Anderson

Pamela embraced understated elegance in a crisp white button-down shirt tucked into a flowing mint-green chiffon skirt. The Baywatch icon looked radiant in the romantic ensemble, which featured a bow tied at the waist and a dramatic, sweeping train. She accessorised with a coordinating pale green satin clutch adorned with decorative embellishments, while her signature blonde hair was styled in playful, vintage-inspired curls.

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Taylor Swift

Taylor looked stunning in a breathtaking pale silver-blue gown featuring a strapless neckline and delicate pleated detailing. The singer looked radiant in the flowing design, which featured a sparkling embellished bow at the bodice and a sweeping floor-length skirt with a subtle train. She accessorised with dazzling diamond earrings, while her blonde hair was styled in a vintage-inspired curled bob with soft bangs.

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Eva Longoria

Eva exuded sophistication in a striking black off-the-shoulder gown that hugged her petite frame. The Desperate Housewives star opted for a dramatic mermaid-style silhouette featuring a structured neckline, glittering embellishments at the hips and a sweeping skirt finished with pleated detailing. She added plenty of sparkle with dazzling diamond earrings and statement rings, while her brunette hair was swept into a chic updo with blunt bangs.

Sabrina Carpenter at 6th Annual Academy Museum Gala - Arrivals© WireImage

Sabrina Carpenter

Sabrina turned heads in a striking cobalt-blue gown featuring a daring backless design. The singer looked sensational in the floor-length creation, which featured delicate spaghetti straps adorned with dramatic beaded tassels and a sweeping train. She accessorised with sparkling statement earrings, while her signature blonde hair was styled in soft, glamorous waves. 

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Kristen Wiig

Kristen put a sophisticated spin on traditional red carpet dressing as she swapped a glamorous gown for a sleek black trouser suit. The Bridesmaids actress looked effortlessly chic in a tailored blazer featuring satin lapels, structured shoulders and a daring plunging neckline, which she wore without a shirt underneath. She paired the jacket with relaxed, wide-leg trousers and pointed black heels, while her brunette hair was styled in tousled waves.

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Georgina Chapman

Georgina delivered a masterclass in romantic red carpet dressing in an exquisite nude tulle gown decorated with intricate black floral appliqués. The Marchesa designer's showstopping creation featured a plunging illusion neckline, a fitted bodice and dramatic peplum detailing at the hips, before flowing into a sheer, floor-length skirt with a delicate train.

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Anna Kendrick

Anna brought gothic glamour to the red carpet in a striking black lace gown featuring a daring plunging neckline and intricate sheer detailing. The Pitch Perfect actress looked stunning in the elaborate design, which combined a fitted bodice with a sculptural, flared overskirt and dramatic tulle train. She accessorised with vibrant purple statement earrings and a coordinating gemstone ring, adding a welcome splash of colour to the all-black ensemble.

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Cailee Spaeny

Cailee made a dramatic entrance in a vibrant fuchsia satin gown featuring one of the evening's most eye-catching details. The Priscilla actress opted for a sleek, strapless silhouette with a fitted bodice, but it was the enormous pleated pink train that stole the spotlight. Cascading from the back of the dress, the sculptural design fanned out into a series of oversized ruffles, with a striking black bow adding contrast. 

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Jessica Biel

Jessica brought high drama to the red carpet in a striking black velvet gown featuring a daring thigh-high slit and extravagant feather detailing. The 7th Heaven actress looked sensational in the halterneck design, which featured a feather-trimmed neckline and voluminous feather accents at the hips. She completed the glamorous ensemble with pointed black heels, sparkling earrings and a sleek swept-back updo, while a bold red manicure added a pop of colour.

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