Tribeca lit up with star-studded glamour on Monday night as Chanel hosted its 18th Annual Artists Dinner at The Odeon — a stylish staple of the Tribeca Festival. The evening celebrated the intersection of film, fine art, fashion, and culture — drawing an eclectic mix of creatives, tastemakers, and A-list guests.

Molly Gordon

The candlelit event brought together a dazzling lineup of guests— Blake Lively , Robert De Niro, Sofia Coppola, Lucy Liu, Mariska Hargitay, Jon Hamm, Joe Jonas, Lily James, Olivia Munn, Allison Janney, Christy Turlington, and many more. Nigeria’s own Wizkid also made a show-stopping appearance, styled in black-and-white Chanel  costume.

Wizkid in the photo booth

A highlight of the night was a playful photo booth installation by French artist JR, making a return to the festival after his 2019 debut.Celebrities stepped into oversized wooden crates filled with bubble wrap and foam, striking poses as if they were priceless works of art. Everyone from Blake Lively to Robert De Niro joined in the fun. Notably Wizkid also got in on the action, striking a charismatic pose that reinforced his global status as a style and cultural icon.

The dinner also honored ten visual artists — handpicked by curator Zoe Lukov — who created original works for this year’s Tribeca Festival award-winning filmmakers. The featured artists included:

• Alteronce Gumby
•  Faith Wilding
• Jane Dickson
•  Jeffrey Meris
•  Lauren Halsey
• Marilyn Minter
• Naudline Pierre
• Raúl de Nieves
• Simphiwe Ndzube
•  Tuan Andrew Nguyen.

Their works are on display at the Tribeca Festival Hub in Spring Studios throughout the festival’s duration, which runs until June 15.

Chanel’s 18th Annual Tribeca Artists Dinner at The Odeon

Amid the conversation, steak frites and sundaes, guests flipped through artist-designed books— a cherished Chanel dinner tradition. The evening unfolded as more than just a glamorous gathering. It was a tribute to New York’s creative spirit and a celebration of the dynamic bond between fashion, film, and fine art — led by a house long known for championing boundary-pushing beauty.

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The 2025 Met Gala was already a spectacle of style and grandeur, but Burna Boy ensured the night didn’t end when the red carpet rolled up. For the first time, the Nigerian Grammy-winning Afrobeats icon not only attended the prestigious event but also hosted an exclusive after-party that had the city buzzing.

The Grammy-winning artist joined forces with South African music legend Black Coffee to host a cozy gathering that felt more like a family reunion than a fancy event. Burna Boy described it as a “big family setting,” bringing together friends, collaborators, and influential figures from around the globe.

Set in an exclusive venue in New York City, the party was a seamless blend of elegance and raw energy. Afrobeats filled the air, with Burna Boy himself taking the stage for a performance that had the crowd on their feet. One striking detail in the event was his microphone was engraved with the words “No sign of weakness,” it’s a title to his forthcoming eighth album.

Celebrities like Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, Lupita Nyong’o, Priyanka Chopra, Nick Jonas, Central Cee, Chance the Rapper, and more were present. It wasn’t just about celebrating the Met Gala, it was about showcasing African excellence on a global platform.

Burna Boy outfit for the night featured a stylish combination of a statement shirt and black palazzo pants. Social media was ablaze with reactions to the event, with fans and celebrities alike praising Burna Boy for bringing a fresh, vibrant energy to the Met Gala scene.

Burna Boy’s first Met Gala after-party wasn’t just an event, it was a movement. It was a celebration of music, fashion, and identity, proving once again that the African Giant is here to stay.

Would you have loved to be at the party? Let me know in the comments!

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