Julia Roberts, 54, epitomizes chic in a monochrome ensemble as she receives the first-ever Icon Award at the Academy Museum Gala in Los Angeles
She received the first-ever Icon Award at the Academy Museum Of Motion Pictures gala, which is being held this year for only the second time.
And Julia Roberts looked every inch the winner on Saturday night as she attended the star-studded gala in Los Angeles.
The actress, 54, looked the epitome of chic in a monochrome ensemble consisting of a dress, blazer and a pair of heels.
Wow! Julia Roberts looked every inch the winner on Saturday night as she attended the Academy Museum Of Motion Pictures star-studded gala in Los Angeles
While most of the dress was black, the fabric above the neckline was white and adorned with ruffles, reminiscent of 19th century men’s tops.
Wearing her auburn locks in a chic kid cut, she draped a fashionable black blazer over her shoulders without putting her hands in the sleeves with a white pocket square.
Julia accessorized with dainty silver hoop earrings and opted for a blush makeup palette with a glossy nude lip.
Glam: The 54-year-old actress, who received the first-ever Icon Award at the gala, looked the epitome of chic in a monochrome ensemble consisting of a dress, blazer and pair of heels
Stunning: While most of the dress was black, the fabric above the neckline was white and adorned with ruffles, reminiscent of 19th century men’s tops.
When it first took place last September, the star-studded event managed to raise $11 million for the new museum, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
Other winners this year include Doctor Strange star Tilda Swinton, who receives the Visionary Award, which honors “an artist or scholar whose considerable work has advanced the art of filmmaking”.
The Vantage Award celebrating “an artist or scholar who has helped contextualize and challenge mainstream narratives around film” goes to Steve McQueen, director of 12 Years A Slave and Shame.
Chic: Dressed in her auburn locks in a chic gamine crop, she draped a fashionable black blazer over her shoulders without putting her hands in the sleeves with a white pocket square
Gorgeous: Later in the evening, Julia beamed for a great photo with her boyfriend Rebel Wilson
Parasite producer Miky Lee, who is also Vice Chair of the Academy Museum’s Board of Trustees, will receive the Pillar Award in honor of her “exemplary leadership and support of the Academy Museum.”
Oscar-winning actresses Lupita Nyong’o and Halle Berry will host the gala along with TV impresario Ryan Murphy and hit horror producer Jason Blum.
Former TCM host Jacqueline Stewart, who was named head of the Academy Museum in July, praised Julia earlier this year when it was announced she would receive the award for the icon.
“Over her vast and renowned career, Julia has portrayed iconic characters and memorable roles. We are thrilled to honor her continued excellence in the industry and her contribution to the arts,” she said.
“We are deeply grateful to Julia, Miky, Steve and Tilda, at Rolex, as well as our co-chairs and the organizing committee for making our second annual gala an evening to remember.”
The Academy Museum opened its doors last year just four days after the first gala, sparking a storm of controversy over its political orientation.
Critics have criticized the museum for emphasizing the contributions of various minorities to the American film industry while ignoring the white Jewish immigrants from Central and Eastern Europe who played a major role in the creation of Hollywood.
The museum responded to the blowback by announcing in March that it will add a permanent exhibit highlighting the Jewish history of the film industry.
Event: When it first took place last September, the star-studded event managed to raise $11 million for the new museum
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