Overview

• Colman Domingo emceed the black‑tie benefit in a bright green custom Valentino jacket, setting the tone for the dinner and live auction.
• Introduced by Jude Law, Julian Schnabel spontaneously offered two portrait commissions that sold for about €500,000 each, with one purchased by Halsey.
• Halsey spoke about amfAR’s role in advancing research that has aided her treatment for autoimmune conditions, and Schnabel received the charity’s Award of Inspiration.
• Paris Jackson performed an acoustic set during dinner, and Ava Max closed the night with a high‑energy performance that brought guests to the dance floor.
• Most reports placed the gala at Venice’s Arsenale during the film festival, though one outlet described arrivals at the San Clemente Palace.