Dua Lipa stole the spotlight at Clive Davis' pre-GRAMMY gala in Los Angeles on Saturday night.
The 28-year-old Houdini hitmaker looked like she stepped off the runway in a red leather trench coat with large metallic gold baubles.
With a red hairdo to complement the ensemble, the singer posed like a pro at Davis' legendary event, held every year since 1976 on the evening before the annual Grammy Awards.
It has become a cultural icon and a crown jewel of the music industry's premier weekend, with a star-studded guest list and standout performances that will be remembered.
The invitation-only soiree was also attended by celebrities such as Paris Hilton, Tom Hanks, Rita Wilson, Julia Garner and the members of Green Day.
Dua Lipa stole the spotlight at Clive Davis' pre-GRAMMY gala in Los Angeles on Saturday night
The 28-year-old Houdini hitmaker looked like she stepped off the runway in a red leather trench coat with large metallic gold baubles
With a red hairdo to complement the ensemble, the singer posed like a pro at the legendary event
Davis spoke about the legendary soirée in an interview with Variety on Thursday.
“We don't discuss performances because the whole thing is a surprise.” But in the audience it will be [Motown founder] Berry Gordy and Diana Ross and Jay-Z and Beyoncé and Bon Jovi as well as newer artists like SZA, Ice Spice, Noah Kahan and [basketball great] Scottie Pippen and [tennis superstars] Martina Navratilova and Serena Williams.
“I think it will be the 24th or 25th year in a row for Nancy Pelosi. 'It's a unique audience.'
He added: “We're here for the party, so obviously there's a lot on my mind at the moment.”
“People fly in from all over the world and we hope to meet and perhaps even exceed their expectations.” This is a big challenge. I'm taking it seriously and I'm excited.'
The Pre-GRAMMY Gala, sponsored by Hilton, IBM and Mastercard, honors Jon Platt, Chairman and CEO of Sony Music Publishing, as the 2024 GRAMMY Salute To Industry Icons Honoree.
“Jon Platt is one of the music industry’s most celebrated executives and I am thrilled that he will be this year’s Salute to Industry Icons honoree,” Davis said in a statement.
“Jon’s long-standing groundbreaking commitment to supporting songwriters across the music spectrum, as well as his unwavering commitment to advocacy, diversity and equality in the music business, are exemplary,” he continued.
Julia Garner and Mark Foster were the picture-perfect couple on the red carpet
Jelly Roll and Bunnie XO were a vision of elegance and opulence
Music icons Jackie Valli (l) and Frankie Valli looked chic in their black ensembles
“Artists and the industry in general are fortunate to have his insight and passion at the forefront.”
Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr. added in a statement: “Jon is one of the most influential figures in the industry and has consistently set the bar for leadership in the music industry.”
“His ongoing commitment to justice, commitment to quality and advocacy for artists of all genres and genres have been an inspiration to music leaders around the world.” We look forward to an incredible evening dedicated to honoring his incredible influence.”
Under Platt's leadership, Sony Music Publishing has strengthened its historic foundation while paving the way for future success.
This era saw groundbreaking collaborations with legendary songwriters such as Bruce Springsteen, Paul Simon and Ashley Gorley.
At the same time, the company has welcomed a new wave of musical prodigies into its fold, including Olivia Rodrigo, Jack Harlow, Latto, Anitta, Central Cee, Kane Brown and The Kid LAROI.
The party comes ahead of the 2024 Grammy Awards, which will honor music's brightest stars on February 4 at the Crypto.com Arena in downtown Los Angeles.
This year's celebration will be hosted by Trevor Noah and will air live at 8:00 p.m. ET/5:00 p.m. PT on CBS and its streaming service Paramount+.
This year, SZA leads the nominations with a total of nine nods, including Album of the Year, Record of the Year and Song of the Year. Taylor Swift follows close behind with six nominations and will also be up against SZA in the three categories mentioned above.
Swift received the most nominations for her acclaimed album “Midnights” and its single “Anti-Hero,” which received some of the best reviews of her career.
This track is nominated for the Record of the Year category, a category that honors the artists who recorded the song as well as its producers and engineers, as well as the Song of the Year category, which honors songwriters. The SZA track Kill Bill was also nominated in both categories.
Swift has already made history in the Album of the Year category and is currently tied for three wins with music legends Frank Sinatra, Paul Simon and Stevie Wonder.
However, she is now poised to become the first person ever to win the category four times if Midnights emerges as the winner this year.
Billie Eilish and Miley Cyrus are also nominated for six awards. Eilish's nominations include Song and Record of the Year for her hit single from the Barbie soundtrack, “What Was I Made For?”
Cyrus has a chance to win her first Grammy this year with her nominations.
Her track “Flowers” is nominated for Record and Song of the Year, while her album “Endless Summer Vacation” is nominated for Album of the Year.
Olivia Rodrigo is another big name in contention for a trophy.
Olivia – who has already won three Grammys – was nominated for six awards this year, including Album of the Year, Record of the Year and Song of the Year.
Other key nominees include jazz crossover artist Jon Batiste, the trio Boygenius (composed of Phoebe Bridges, Lucy Dacus and Julien Baker), Lana Del Rey, Janelle Monáe and Victoria Monét, who was nominated for best new artist for her album and multiple times Jaguar II and its singles were awarded.
In addition to the big names celebrating their professional successes, numerous celebrities will also appear at the trade fair.
Christina Aguilera, Lenny Kravitz, Lionel Richie, Mark Ronson, Maluma, Meryl Steep, Samara Joy, Taylor Tomlinson and Oprah Winfrey were announced as presenters.
Viewers and spectators will also be treated to a number of incredible performances including Billie Eilish, Billy Joel, Burna Boy, Dua Lipa, Luke Combs, Olivia Rodrigo, SZA, Travis Scott and U2.
Folk music icon Joni Mitchell will also perform at the Grammy Awards for the first time this year. She is also nominated for an award in the “Best Folk Album” category for Joni Mitchel AT Newport [Live].
Tim Malone (l.) and Don Lemon were a real couple in their elegant suits
Nancy Pelosi and Paul Pelosi looked happy and healthy as they stepped out for the big night
Icon Dionne Warwick was pretty in pink
News anchor Ari Melber joined the ranks of glitterati
The war and the treaty were absolutely breathtaking in their magnificence
Victoria Monet stole the spotlight with a black and white appearance
Maluma wore an animal fur coat over his maroon suit
Lainey Wilson was a vision in white as she wore a chic jumpsuit
Romeo and Monica turned heads as they hit the red carpet
