The Met Gala saw a diverse range of stylish outfits, including women's trouser suits by Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Burberry, and Haider Ackermann, designed by Pharrell Williams, Lupita Nyong'o, Jodie Turner-Smith, and Madonna. Rihanna made an impact with her baby bump in a cropped black jacket, grey corset, and deconstructed pinstripe skirt suit by Marc Jacobs. The event also featured notable no-shows, including Naomi Campbell due to a reported feud with Anna Wintour, and Beyoncé, who was busy with her Cowboy Carter tour.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-14685419/How-Met-Gala-gave-women-excuse-beat-men.htmlPresident Donald Trump will attend a showing of Les Misérables at the Kennedy Center in June, marking his first performance at the center as president. He will also host a private fundraising reception beforehand, raising funds for the institution he now runs. This event is part of Trump's promised cultural renaissance and comes after he previously rejected the Kennedy Center due to artist protests during his administration.
https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2025/05/trumps-kennedy-center-appearance/682710/The Eurovision Song Contest has a history of showcasing unique and memorable performances, with some acts being more successful than others. Notable examples include ABBA's win in 1974 with "Waterloo", as well as performances by Cliff Richard and Julio Iglesias in the 1960s and 1970s. More recently, Engelbert Humperdinck represented the UK in 2012. The contest has also featured less-known acts that have made a lasting impact, such as those who wore outrageous costumes or incorporated impressive stunts into their performances.
https://www.smh.com.au/culture/tv-and-radio/eurovision-performances-underrated-history-books-20250505-p5lwow.htmlThe artist's "Shadow Talk" series highlights the weight of responsibility that comes with being a young woman, emphasizing the gaze of others on her life. The concept is rooted in performance art, focusing on spotlights, light sources, and moments of physical exposure that define coming-of-age. The shadow symbolizes outdated versions of oneself and others who no longer exist, embodying "otherness" through aura or energy.
https://www.juxtapoz.com/news/painting/a-little-shadow-talk-with-dylan-rose-rheingold-in-rome/The Victoria and Albert Museum and the National Gallery in London are hosting a collection of artworks featuring Sultan Mehmed II, including a portrait painted by Italian artist Gentile Bellini, who was invited to Istanbul by Mehmed the Conqueror between 1479 and 1481. These works, created during Bellini's stay, offer a glimpse into life in the Ottoman Empire at that time, showcasing the significance of Mehmed II as a ruler.
https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/artworks-depicting-sultan-mehmed-on-display-in-london-208828Bob Dylan's art collection, "Bob Dylan – Point Blank", is set to be showcased at London's Halcyon Gallery, featuring 97 original works created between 2021 and 2022. The exhibition invites viewers to explore the stories behind the artwork, which includes sketches of people playing instruments, couples, sportsmen and women, rooms, and places. Dylan's paintings are described as "living, breathing entities" with emotional resonance, using colors as a means of storytelling.
https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts/article/3309087/bob-dylan-art-going-show-london-offers-windows-life-storyteller?module=top_story&pgtype=sectionThe Fenix show will feature 194 photographs from 55 countries, including works by Dorothea Lange's "Migrant Mother" (1936) and Steve McCurry's "Afghan Girl" (1984). The event is part of the Unseen Amsterdam photography festival, which has faced controversy after its previous edition failed to pay artist Felicity Hammond for commissioned work.
https://www.theartnewspaper.com/2025/05/07/five-years-on-from-bankruptcy-unseen-photo-fair-returns-to-amsterdamHenry, who has portrayed figures including Barack and Michelle Obama and the artist David Hammons, recently painted a portrait of Pharrell Williams, Louis Vuitton's men's wear creative director, for Vogue's May issue cover. The Blackpink singer wore an embroidered blazer with LV logo-adorned tights and a monogrammed handbag to her recent on-screen debut in The White Lotus. However, the elaborate embroidery on her lace bodysuit sparked controversy due to its resemblance to Rosa Parks' iconic act of defiance in 1955, when she refused to give up her seat on a bus for a white passenger, sparking the Montgomery Bus Boycott. Louis Vuitton has clarified that the design was inspired by an artwork by Henry Taylor, depicting portraits of figures from his life.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-14687397/Lisas-controversial-Met-Gala-look-explained-Louis-Vuitton-reveal-face-embroidered-stars-outfit-accused-having-Rosa-Parks-image-crotch.htmlThe upcoming show features a large collection of sculptures from artist Hill, including almost 20 new pieces and 1/1 APs (artist's proofs) of all previous Peek releases, totaling around 140. The event will also include five brand new "Freeks" pieces.
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