Kristen Stewart to Preside Over Biarritz Nouvelles Vagues Festival in France Kristen Stewart is set to preside over the competition jury of the fourth edition of the Biarritz Nouvelles Vagues Festival, an event dedicated to showcasing films that focus on youth in Southwestern France. The festival, supported by the French luxury house Chanel and founded by fashion veteran Jérôme Pulis, aims to highlight “youth as a state of the world: a moment of effervescence, transformation and creation, where we build, question and invent in dialogue with the issues of our time.” Stewart, who made her directorial debut last year with The Chronology of Water, will lead a jury of eight international talents. She previously chaired the Berlinale jury in 2023 and was part of Cannes’ jury in 2018. The festival’s mission aligns with Stewart’s artistic ethos, as noted in a statement that describes her as embodying the festival’s spirit through her independence, risk-taking, and artistic freedom. Stewart will also present her film The Chronology of Water at the event and participate in a masterclass. The film, produced by Charles Gillibert’s Paris-based CG Cinema, premiered at Un Certain Regard in Cannes and screened at multiple international festivals. In addition to Stewart’s involvement, the festival has welcomed notable figures such as Gregory Caulier, the general delegate of the Cesar Awards, who now heads the film division. Caulier is working with a selection committee to curate the lineup, which will be announced in late May. Last year’s festival featured high-profile guests like Sofia Coppola, who presented The Virgin Suicides and delivered a masterclass, and Richard Linklater, whose film Nouvelle Vague premiered on opening night.#chanel #kristen_stewart #biarritz_nouvelles_vagues_festival #jerome_pulis #cesar_awards
Love Story’s Sarah Pidgeon and Paul Anthony Kelly Brought Rom-Com Energy to Chanel’s Pre-Oscars Party The 2026 Oscars pre-party hosted by Chanel was a star-studded gathering, with Love Story co-stars Sarah Pidgeon and Paul Anthony Kelly taking center stage. The event, known for its intimate and glamorous atmosphere, saw the couple reuniting for the first time as Academy Awards weekend approached. Their presence added a nostalgic, rom-com vibe to the evening, with attendees describing the ambiance as “2000s-coded.” Pidgeon, playing Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy in the film, showcased her signature blend of celebrity style and character inspiration. She wore a periwinkle-toned sequin slip from Matthieu Blazy’s Métiers d’art 2026 collection, calling it “super chic toothpaste.” Her look was completed with mint green and black spring 2026 pumps, a Chanel Strass imitation pearls and gold-tone evening bag, and an array of Chanel jewelry, including a Bouton De Camelia Ring, Extrait De Camelia Transformable ring, and Bouton De Camelia Earrings. Kelly opted for a sleek, all-black tailored suit paired with an unbuttoned black silk shirt, eschewing a tie for a more relaxed yet polished appearance. Pidgeon’s fashion choices reflected her evolving sense of style, balancing her on-screen persona with a playful, modern edge. Recently, she has been spotted in a Celine peplum jacket, a Colleen Allen silk shirt, and Prada leathers, often carrying a Loewe Amazona bag or a Bvlgari Rodeo tan shoulder bag. On red carpets, her outfits have been experimental and whimsical, such as the pastel pink Balenciaga balloon dress she wore to the 2026 SAG Actors Awards.#love_story #2026_oscars #chanel #sarah_pidgeon #paul_anthony_kelly
Chanel Pre-Oscar Dinner Draws Nicole Kidman, Lily-Rose Depp The 17th annual Chanel pre-Oscar dinner, hosted by Charles Finch at the Beverly Hills Hotel’s Polo Lounge, brought together a star-studded gathering of Oscar nominees, actors, musicians, directors, producers, and writers on the eve of the Academy Awards. The event featured fine dining, fashion showcases, and lively mingling among Hollywood’s elite. Guests arrived to enjoy passed hors d'oeuvres such as tuna tartare, caviar puffs, and pigs in a blanket, accompanied by cocktails, before settling in for dinner. The evening highlighted Chanel’s longstanding connection to cinema, a legacy rooted in its founder Gabrielle Chanel’s collaborations with pioneering filmmakers. Attendees, including Nicole Kidman, Lily-Rose Depp, Gracie Abrams, and Sarah Pidgeon, showcased the brand’s latest collections, with Kidman making a striking entrance in a white knot silk organza embroidered jacket and skirt. Rose Byrne, dressed in a black embroidered silk satin dress with feather embellishments, and her husband Bobby Canavale also drew attention. The event’s host, Charles Finch, opened the evening with a speech during the cocktail hour, reflecting on the 17-year tradition of celebrating film. He acknowledged Chanel’s role in the event, thanked attendees, and humorously shared his experience of enduring a kidney stone attack the day before. Finch also mentioned his current film project, Custom of the Country, directed by Josie Rourke and starring Sydney Sweeney, which explores themes of societal ambition. He paid tribute to the industry’s history, recalling collaborations with icons like Al Pacino and Harvey Keitel, and emphasized the joy of gathering for the event.#nicole_kidman #chanel #lily_rose_depp #charles_finch #beverly_hills_hotel
Kirsten Dunst and Jesse Plemons Are Hollywood’s Most Private Power Couple Kirsten Dunst and Jesse Plemons have long been celebrated as one of Hollywood’s most discreet yet endearing couples, balancing their personal lives with high-profile careers. While Plemons missed out on an Oscar nomination in 2026, his performance in Bugonia earned him a BAFTA nod, prompting Dunst to make a series of striking red carpet appearances in support of her partner. Dunst made a bold fashion statement at Chanel’s pre-BAFTA party in London on February 21, donning a sheer black dress from the brand’s Pre-Fall 2026 collection. The look, paired with red-and-black heels and a matching red lip, drew widespread admiration for its elegance and audacity. The next day, she joined Plemons at the BAFTA Film Awards in a vibrant pink and black Valentino couture ensemble, further cementing her status as a style icon. The couple’s journey began in 2017, when Dunst and Plemons, who played siblings in Fargo, became engaged after a year together. They welcomed their first son, Ennis, in May 2018, and their second child, James, in May 2021. Their marriage in July 2022, a private ceremony in Jamaica, marked a quiet yet significant milestone in their relationship. Dunst has often spoken about her fashion inspirations, revealing in a W Magazine interview that her style is shaped by a blend of personal and cinematic influences. She cited Sofia Coppola’s effortless chic, her mother’s playful sense of style, and iconic film figures like Nastassja Kinski, Blondie, and Charlotte Rampling. “The ’70s is my favorite era in terms of fashion,” she said, highlighting her enduring admiration for that decade’s bold aesthetics.#kirsten_dunst #jessie_plemons #chanel #valentino #bafta_film_awards
