NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 17: Gary Wassner, Whoopi Goldberg and Maryanne Grisz attend Fashion Group International’s 39th Annual Night of Stars at The Plaza on October 17, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Sean Zanni/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images)

Fashion Group International (FGI) welcomed leading lights of fashion, beauty, arts, culture, and entertainment worlds to The Plaza on Tuesday, October 17, for the 39th annual FGI Night of Stars red carpet gala and awards ceremony. The Plaza marked a new venue for the gala event – an iconic landmark befitting one of the fashion world’s most storied fashion organizations and historic, star-studded events.

The chic crowd of fashion luminaries and celebrities walked the red carpet before going on to enjoy a cocktail hour, followed by the seated dinner and awards presentations. The Night of Stars opened with remarks from FGI President and CEO Maryanne Grisz, FGI Chairman of the Board James D’Adamo, and Fashion Group Foundation President Matthew Trent, followed by an awards presentation featuring an illustrious list of honorees and presenters:

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 17: Andrew Bolton and Amy Fine Collins attend Fashion Group International’s 39th Annual Night of Stars at The Plaza on October 17, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Sean Zanni/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images)

Andrew Bolton, Wendy Yu Curator in Charge, The Costume Institute at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, received The SUPERSTAR Award, presented by Eva Chen, Author and Director of Fashion Partnerships, Instagram

Proenza Schouler Co-Founders and designers Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez, received the FASHION STAR Award, presented Cathy Horyn, Fashion Critic-at-Large, The Cut

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 17: Jack McCullough, Cathy Horyn and Lazaro Hernandez attend Fashion Group International’s 39th Annual Night of Stars at The Plaza on October 17, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Sean Zanni/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images)

Global Music Star and Co-Founder of the Maestro Cares Foundation Marc Anthony received the HUMANITARIAN Award, presented by fashion designer Narciso Rodriguez

Gail Boyé, Executive Vice President, Innovation and Commercialization, Shiseido Americas, received the BEAUTY INNOVATION Award, presented by Ron Gee, President and CEO, Shiseido Americas

Fashion and culture thought leader Antoine Phillips received the AGENT OF CHANGE Award, presented by model and activist Bethann Hardison

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 17: Dennis Basso and Martha Stewart attend Fashion Group International’s 39th Annual Night of Stars at The Plaza on October 17, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Sean Zanni/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images)

Fashion designer Dennis Basso received the LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT Award, presented by businesswoman, writer, and television personality Martha Stewart

Whoopi Goldberg, Moderator of “The View,” internationally acclaimed EGOT winning actress, producer, and writer received the AMERICAN ICON Award, presented by Gary Wassner, CEO of Hilldun Corporation.

The glittering crowd of guests in attendance included well-known honorees, celebrities, tastemakers, thought leaders, and leading executives, such as Candace Bushnell, Fern Mallis, Pamela Dennis, Frederick Anderson, Ken Downing, Kelly Cutrone, Phillipe and David Blond, Jean Shafiroff, Elie Tahari, Ana Navarro, Derek Warburton, Carlos Campos, Loris Diran, Elizabeth Sutton, José Castelo Branco, Olga Ferrara, Melissa Vale, Caroline Vazzana, Katya Tolstova, Leckie Roberts, and more.

Maryanne Grisz, FGI President and CEO: “FGI Night of Stars is a celebration of extraordinary individuals in entertainment, fashion, beauty, and culture. We are grateful to all who, by attending our most important fundraiser of the year, support Fashion Group International’s mission to connect, provide resources, mentor emerging talent, and celebrate the fashion industry at every level.”

The FGI Night of Stars ticketed gala is the non-profit organization’s most important annual fundraiser. Night of Stars helps FGI raise vital funds for essential programming – including mentorship, education, and professional development – and helps fund business grants, scholarships, and critical industry resources that support FGI’s global network of emerging and established professionals in fashion, beauty, retail, and related industries.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 17: Nadia Ferreira, Marc Anthony and Maryanne Grisz attend Fashion Group International’s 39th Annual Night of Stars at The Plaza on October 17, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Sean Zanni/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images)

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 17: Gale Boye and Ron Gee attend Fashion Group International’s 39th Annual Night of Stars at The Plaza on October 17, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Sean Zanni/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images)

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 17: Abe Chehebar, Megan Campos and James D’Adamo attend Fashion Group International’s 39th Annual Night of Stars at The Plaza on October 17, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Sean Zanni/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images)

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 17: Jared Silver and Katya Damina attend Fashion Group International’s 39th Annual Night of Stars at The Plaza on October 17, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Sean Zanni/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images)

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 17: Matthew Trent speaks onstage during Fashion Group International’s 39th Annual Night of Stars at The Plaza on October 17, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Sean Zanni/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images)

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 17: Loris Diran and Atalita Morais attend Fashion Group International’s 39th Annual Night of Stars at The Plaza on October 17, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Sean Zanni/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images)

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 17: Olga Ferrara, Tijana Ibrahimovic, Ana Martins, Charlii Sebunya, Candace Bushnell attend Fashion Group International’s 39th Annual Night of Stars at The Plaza on October 17, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Sean Zanni/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images)

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 17: Fern Mallis, Terry Singh and Kelly Cutrone attends Fashion Group International’s 39th Annual Night of Stars at The Plaza on October 17, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Sean Zanni/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images)

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 17: Ken Downing and Katya Tolstova attend Fashion Group International’s 39th Annual Night of Stars at The Plaza on October 17, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Sean Zanni/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images)

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 17: Nikki Haskell attends Fashion Group International’s 39th Annual Night of Stars at The Plaza on October 17, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Sean Zanni/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images)

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 17: Christopher Chambers and Antoine Phillips attend Fashion Group International’s 39th Annual Night of Stars at The Plaza on October 17, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Sean Zanni/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images)

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 17: Elizabeth Sutton attends Fashion Group International’s 39th Annual Night of Stars at The Plaza on October 17, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Sean Zanni/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images)

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 17: Candace Bushnell and Derek Warburton attend Fashion Group International’s 39th Annual Night of Stars at The Plaza on October 17, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Sean Zanni/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images)

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 17: Jean Shafiroff and Joseph Mcrae attend Fashion Group International’s 39th Annual Night of Stars at The Plaza on October 17, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Sean Zanni/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images)

ABOUT FASHION GROUP INTERNATIONAL

Founded in 1930 by a group of seventeen women leaders, with charters including Helena Rubenstein, Eleanor Roosevelt, Edith Head, and other renowned fashion icons, Fashion Group International (FGI) was established as an industry forum for career advancement. Today, the non-profit organization remains dedicated to connecting and supporting fashion professionals at every level, from startups to seasoned professionals. By providing access, education, and connection, FGI seeks to spark creativity, fuel innovation, and advance the business of fashion.

FGI is headquartered in New York City, with chapters in numerous regions worldwide, and a roster of over 5,000 active members in fashion and related design sectors including apparel, accessories, beauty, retail, and lifestyle. Vital member benefits offered to FGI members include ongoing professional development opportunities, forums for discussion and networking, market insights, mentorship opportunities with industry leaders, business directories and resources, and high-profile event platforms for professional recognition. Discover more at fgi.org

The Fashion Group Foundation is the philanthropic arm of Fashion Group International and is dedicated to nurturing the fashion talent of tomorrow through education, scholarships, internships, and career counseling services. The FGI Foundation also promotes charitable partnerships and impactful public service initiatives.

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The Act

One thing is certain, Chris Rock deserved an Oscar for that stoic performance post smack! He yells back at Smith, “Really?? Over a GI Jane Joke?” To which Smith screams, ‘ KEEP MY WIFE’S NAME OUT OF YOUR F*CKING MOUTH’… twice.  Actors like Nicole Kidman and Lupita Nyong’o looked absolutely stunned; viewers at home were very confused thinking the whole ordeal was staged. Those watching on Hulu- immediately after the slap, thought their TVs are broken as it cut out and went silent! However Twitter video forensics proved  that it was in fact, real.

Photo courtesy LA Times

This is where many questions come up. Will Smith expected everyone to know Jada has alopecia? We never heard them publicly speak on this, or help with this cause (If they have, it’s just not as searchable as their open marriage, unfortunately ). Jada and Will have put their personal life on BLAST FOR YEARS – even writing a tell all book! This is what sets him off? How do schools have better security than the Oscars? It is hard to believe no one stopped him. It took him at least 40 seconds to 1 minute to walk up there, right? Many people were wondering why he was not ushered out. It was moments before the Best Actor Award was announced, and The Academy was truly put in an awkward situation.

The Speech

Will was apologetic to the academy and his peers during his best actor speech, and even appeared to have somewhat of an emotional breakdown. Post assault, actors like Bradley Cooper and Denzel Washington rushed to his side to comfort him. Many people are now wondering- will the Academy ask him to hand back his Oscar? They have strict guidelines in its code of conduct. The Academy reestablished its Code of Conduct in 2017 during the “Me Too” & “Oscars So White” movement.  They did take to their twitter page and say:

“The Academy does not condone violence of any form. Tonight we are delighted to celebrate our 94th Academy Awards winners, who deserve this moment of recognition from their peers and movie lovers from around the world.”

They could have done better- Surely things will unfold over the next week. Page Six reported that Rock declined to file a police report, so Smith will not be in any kind of legal trouble. Overall, Chris Rock was a class act and behaved like the better man in this situation.

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