Salma Hayek made a striking appearance at the 2025 LACMA Art + Film Gala in Los Angeles on Saturday, where she stunned in a glamorous green gown that had fans calling her a “real-life princess.” The star joined Hollywood icons, including Angela Bassett, Demi Moore, Quinta Brunson, Dustin Hoffman, Tessa Thompson, Elle Fanning, Finneas, and Demi Lovato, for the star-studded event.
‘Green Goddess’
Hayek later shared a carousel of photos on Instagram, captioning her post: “A beautiful evening at the LACMA Art + Film Gala with @Gucci celebrating the incredible and inspiring #RyanCoogler and #MaryCorse 💚🎨🎬.” See some more photos:
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(Photo by LISA O\'CONNOR/AFP via Getty Images)
(Photo by LISA O\'CONNOR/AFP via Getty Images)
(Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)Funds from the gala support the Los Angeles County Museum of Art’s mission to make film a central part of its programming, as well as exhibitions, acquisitions, and education initiatives.
Fans flooded her comment section with praise, calling her “a goddess,” “ageless,” and “the definition of elegance.” Others noted how she continues to set new standards for beauty and confidence at 59.
Celebrating Art, Film & Timeless Glamour
Each year, the LACMA Art + Film Gala draws A-list guests in their most elegant attire, and this year was no exception. Hayek’s emerald gown stood out for its regal silhouette and dazzling details, perfectly capturing the evening’s sophisticated spirit.
Hayek on Aging Gracefully: ‘It’s Beautiful’
(Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for Sports Illustrated Swimsuit)Earlier this month, Hayek opened up about embracing aging in an interview with Marie Claire. “There was a time when I was the sexy girl, but thank God age came and gave me the ability to expand to other territories,” she said.
When asked by Glamour in 2023 if her “best professional moments” would happen in her 50s, Hayek joked, “Oh my God, do I have to wait that long?” She later added that the anticipation was worth it.
“I thought getting older meant I wasn’t going to work; I’m working,” she told the outlet. “I thought getting older maybe meant that you’re not in love anymore; I’m in love. I don’t feel that I lost my flexibility or my agility or even my strength. I have found it beautiful, getting older with someone.”
‘59 Trips Around the Sun and Still Dancing’
The “Frida” star recently celebrated her 59th birthday with a joyful bikini photo on Instagram that captured her signature confidence. “59 trips around the sun and still dancing ☀️💃🏻 cheers to all of you & thank you for the love 🎂🎉♥️,” she wrote in English and Spanish.
Hayek has also spoken candidly about changing beauty standards for women over 50. “I don’t know if the mindset [around aging] has changed that much or if it is that now women, when we are in our fifties, we’re still hot,” she told Good Housekeeping. “But what is indisputable is that our generation broke many walls, and we are an incredible workforce.”
With her radiant presence at LACMA and her empowering perspective on aging, Hayek continues to inspire fans with her mix of confidence, grace, and authenticity, proving that Glamour truly has no age limit.
