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Kim Kardashian and more celebs shine at the Narrative Art opening night gala


Eva Longoria, Katy Perry, and Kerry Washington also made an appearance


Kim Kardashian arrives at the Lucas Museum Of Narrative Art Opening Night at Lucas Museum of Narrative Art© Steve Granitz
SEPTEMBER 20, 2026 12:49 PM EDT

Kim Kardashian, Eva Longoria, and Katy Perry had the red carpet looking like a full-blown fashion show Saturday night.

The stars were among the Hollywood heavyweights who showed up for the opening night gala celebrating George Lucas’ new Lucas Museum of Narrative Art in Los Angeles’ Exposition Park.

And when it came to the fashion, the ladies understood the assignment.

Kim Kardashian Brings the Heat in Vintage YSL

Kardashian, 45, turned heads in a black sequin YSL dress that featured a daring keyhole cutout and plenty of sparkle.

The vintage look originally hit the runway during YSL’s 2004 fashion week show when Tom Ford was at the helm of the iconic fashion house. Stylist Law Roach pulled the archival piece for Kardashian, giving the longtime fashion risk-taker another standout red carpet moment.

Kim Kardashian arrives at the Lucas Museum Of Narrative Art Opening Night at Lucas Museum of Narrative Art© Steve Granitz
Kim Kardashian arrives at the Lucas Museum Of Narrative Art Opening Night at Lucas Museum of Narrative Art

The SKIMS founder kept the rest of her look relatively understated, wearing her hair slicked back into a sleek updo with a center part. One loose strand framed her face, while sparkly floral-shaped studs provided her only major accessory.

She finished the look with her signature glam, including long, wispy lashes and a nude lip.

Kardashian also had a familiar face by her side at the star-studded event. Her boyfriend, Formula 1 driver Lewis Hamilton, 41, attended the gala, though the pair opted to hit the red carpet separately.

Eva Longoria Serves Sparkle in White

Longoria, 51, was also all about the sequins, stepping out in a plunging white halter gown that showed off her figure.

The actress and director accessorized the look with diamonds, including a lariat necklace that drew attention to the neckline and coordinating earrings.

Her dark brown hair was flat-ironed and styled with a deep side part, with one side tucked behind her ear.

Longoria and Kardashian also have a professional connection. Earlier this year, Longoria directed Kardashian in the upcoming Netflix comedy The Fifth Wheel, alongside Will Ferrell, Nikki Glaser, and other stars.

Eva Longoria arrives at the Lucas Museum Of Narrative Art Opening Night© Steve Granitz
Eva Longoria arrives at the Lucas Museum Of Narrative Art Opening Night

After filming wrapped, Longoria had nothing but praise for Kardashian's performance, calling her "so funny."

The comedy, written by Janine Brito and Paula Pell, follows a group of longtime friends who head to Las Vegas for a weekend getaway, only to have their plans thrown into chaos when Kardashian's character, a glamorous outsider, joins the trip.

The official synopsis teases that the group will be forced to confront their "messy lives, bad decisions and unraveling friendships."

Longoria previously described the project as "so much fun," adding that filming lasted three months and wrapped in Las Vegas.

For Kardashian, The Fifth Wheel will mark her first leading role in a feature film. She previously made her acting debut in the 2008 comedy Disaster Movie.

Katy Perry Goes Sculptural

Perry, 41, took a more avant-garde approach to the evening's dress code.

The "Woman's World" singer arrived in a sculptural white gown featuring an asymmetrical high neckline that gave the look a dramatic, fashion-forward finish.

Katy Perry attends the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art Opening Night at Lucas Museum of Narrative Art© Presley Ann
Katy Perry attends the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art Opening Night at Lucas Museum of Narrative Art

She wore her jet-black hair long and straight and added a bold red lip to complete the ensemble.

Perry was joined at the gala by her boyfriend, Justin Trudeau, 54, as the pair mingled with the Hollywood crowd.

Kerry Washington, Michael B. Jordan and More Hit the Carpet

Kerry Washington, 49, also brought plenty of drama to the red carpet in a two-tone gown featuring a mauve sequin corset paired with a flowing gray skirt.

The plunging neckline highlighted the embellished bodice, which she paired with a coordinating clutch and dark manicure.

Washington wore her hair pulled into a sleek updo, leaving one wavy piece loose around her face.

Kerry Washington on September 19, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.© Chloe Kern
Kerry Washington on September 19, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.

Michael B. Jordan, 39, kept things classic in an all-black ensemble, adding a subtle touch of contrast with gray stripes on his tie.

The gala was hosted by Star Wars creator George Lucas, 82, who welcomed a packed lineup of celebrity guests, including Oprah Winfrey, Nicolas Cage, and Laura Dern.

With that much star power under one roof, the Lucas Museum officially got its Hollywood welcome.