Kim Kardashian honors Elizabeth Taylor at Academy Museum Gala

Kim Kardashian attended the Academy Museum Gala 2026 on Saturday night, wearing an archival 1951 strapless Balenciaga gown as a tribute to Elizabeth Taylor. The vintage piece, sourced from Lily et Cie, featured delicate lace detailing, a pink sash, and a large bow at the back.

Styled by Law Roach, the look included a dramatic bouffant hairstyle and significant diamond jewelry, specifically a 55.8-carat Leviev necklace and 10.2-carat Zydo Italy diamond cluster earrings. Kardashian has frequently expressed admiration for Taylor, having released the docuseries ‘Elizabeth Taylor: Rebel Superstar’ last year.

The gala, which celebrates figures such as John Carpenter, Colman Domingo, and Charlize Theron, was co-chaired by Steven Spielberg, Tom Ford, Robert Rodriguez, and Kate Capshaw. Taylor Swift was also scheduled to perform at the event.