Ariana Grande turned heads at the 2024 Oscars in a custom pink strapless ruched column gown by Giambattista Valli Haute Couture, stealing the spotlight with her stunning look. The supermodel, Haley Kalil, couldn't help but shower her with compliments, as captured in a social media video where Kalil praised Grande's attire, reciprocated by Grande admiring Kalil's red dress.
Grande's ensemble was further elevated with matching opera gloves and 30-carat Lorraine Schwartz diamond stud earrings worth $2.5 million. Her signature sky-high ponytail and precise cat-eye makeup added to her glamorous appearance, staying true to her iconic style.
This red carpet appearance marked Grande's first since the 2020 Grammy Awards, where she also wowed in a Giambattista Valli Haute Couture ballgown made from 400 yards of tulle, showcasing the intricate craftsmanship that went into its creation.
During the Oscars ceremony, Grande joined her Wicked co-star Cynthia Erivo on stage to present the awards for Best Original Song and Best Original Score. The duo highlighted the importance of movie songs and film scores in setting the mood, revealing character depth, and captivating audiences with their emotional impact.
Erivo and Grande's poignant words paid homage to the timeless classic 'Somewhere Over the Rainbow' from The Wizard of Oz, emphasizing the power of music to evoke wonder, sadness, and transport listeners to magical realms where dreams come true.
Grande's presence at the Oscars not only showcased her impeccable fashion sense but also her ability to captivate audiences with her on-stage charisma and eloquence, solidifying her status as a multi-talented performer in the entertainment industry.
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