Jennifer Lopez turned heads in a gold metallic knitted gown at the star-studded CAA pre-Oscars party at The Living Room in Los Angeles on Friday. The 55-year-old actress and singer flaunted her hourglass figure in the stunning dress, which was complemented by a matching clutch bag. She was also seen earlier in the evening with a dramatic fur coat draped over her shoulders.
At the star-studded CAA pre-Oscars party, Anna Kendrick, 39, looked chic in wide-legged tan trousers, paired with a black top and leather jacket. The Pitch Perfect star elevated her outfit with black heels and delicate gold necklaces.
The event saw a slew of other famous faces ahead of the 97th Academy Awards. Will.I.Am kept it casual, while Samuel L. Jackson mingled with fellow stars. Best Actor nominee Adrien Brody, in top form, posed with his stunning girlfriend Georgina Chapman, and fellow nominee Sebastian Stan looked sharp in a black blazer and trousers.
Channing Tatum made his red carpet debut with his new Australian model girlfriend, Inka Williams, just months after splitting from fiancée Zoe Kravitz.
The excitement is building as Hollywood prepares for the 97th Academy Awards at the Dolby Theatre on Sunday, where Conan O’Brien will host the event for the first time, replacing Jimmy Kimmel.
Elsewhere, Anna Kendrick, 39, opted for chic, wide-legged tan trousers for the evening, teaming this with a black top and black leather jacket.
The Pitch Perfect star was seen posing with Diane Warren.
Meanwhile, Paris Jackson, 26, cut a stylish figure in a sleek leopard print dress as she was seen sneaking into the event.
Mikey Madison’s unexpected win over Demi Moore at the BAFTAs has left the Oscar race uncertain, especially regarding whether the 62-year-old will finally secure her moment. Anora and Adrien Brody’s film The Brutalist are also poised to shine at the 97th Academy Awards, with both movies favored in multiple categories according to BetMGM’s markets.
PR expert Lynn Carratt from Sportsbook Review noted that, based on the BAFTA results, the Oscar winners for this year seem fairly predictable. She pointed out that last year, with the exception of visual effects, every BAFTA winner went on to win the Oscar.
PR expert Lynn Carratt predicted that the main award categories at the Oscars will likely follow the same pattern as the BAFTAs. The Best Picture race will feature a competitive lineup, with Wicked, Dune: Part Two, Emilia Perez, Anora, The Brutalist, A Complete Unknown, Conclave, I’m Still Here, Nickel Boys, and The Substance all vying for the coveted title.
Will.I.Am was seen sporting a casual ensemble at the event.
Samuel L. Jackson happily mingled with his fellow thespians.
Mick Jagger was all smiles at the party.
Adrien posed for a fun picture with Guy Pearce.
Elsewhere, Channing Tatum went public with his new Aussie model girlfriend Inka Williams, four months after splitting from fiancée Zoe Kravitz.
Jimmy Warden and Samara Weaving cut smart figures at the bash.
Romantic and dramatic comedy Anora is the favorite to win Best Picture at the Oscars, with odds of 1/2, while The Brutalist follows at 6/1, according to BetMGM. Simon Kew, a spokesperson for Grosvenor Sport, noted that Conclave remains a strong contender at 11/4, but The Brutalist could still make an impact. For those looking for surprises, A Complete Unknown at 50/1, and Emilia Perez and Wicked at 66/1, might offer some unexpected value.
Meanwhile, Dune: Part Two, I’m Still Here, Nickel Boys, and The Substance are longshots at 100/1.
Adrien Brody is the favorite to win Best Actor with odds of 2/5. PR expert Lynn Carratt mentioned that Brody, who won the Best Actor Oscar in 2003 for The Pianist at just 29, is looking unbeatable this year.
Ana de Armas donned a navy cardigan and sequinned skirt for the vent.
The directors behind this year’s standout films will compete for the prestigious Best Director award at the upcoming ceremony. Sean Baker, the director of Anora, is the favorite to win with odds of 8/15, according to BetMGM.
Brady Corbet, the director of The Brutalist, took home the Best Director award at the BAFTAs after a highly successful night for the film, which secured four wins. Other nominees include James Mangold for A Complete Unknown, Jacques Audiard for Emilia Pérez, and Coralie Fargeat for The Substance.