The night of June 8, 2026, was a whirlwind of cultural significance in New York City. While the New York Knicks battled the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA finals at Madison Square Gardendowntown, Chanel was hosting its annual Tribeca Festival Artists Dinner at the Tribeca Grill. This event marked the 25th anniversary of the Tribeca Film Festival and the 20th anniversary of Chanel’s partnership with the festival.
The dinner was a star-studded affair, bringing together a diverse mix of celebrities, artists, and filmmakers. Among the notable attendees were Robert De NiroJane RosenthalTeyana TaylorSofia Coppolaand Julia Louis-Dreyfus. The evening was a celebration of art, film, and the unique spirit of New York City.
The Intersection of Fashion and Sports
One of the most intriguing aspects of the evening was the blend of fashion and sports. Teyana Taylora devoted Knicks fan and Chanel enthusiast, made a brief appearance at the dinner. She posed for a photo and a portrait sitting with illustrator Pepe Muñoz before rushing off to catch the Knicks game. “I might even take the train, girl,” she remarked, highlighting her enthusiasm for the game.
The fashion world’s love for the Knicks was evident throughout the evening. Molly Gordonknown for her roles in The Bear and Oh, Hi!wore a Knicks leather bomber jacket. Stylist Kate Young was so engrossed in the game that she couldn’t take her eyes off the screen. The dinner even featured blue and orange cookies, a nod to the Knicks’ colors, and goodie bags included Knicks hats.
A Celebration of Art and Film
The dinner also celebrated the Tribeca and Chanel Artist Awards Programwhich has been supporting artists and filmmakers for nearly two decades. This year’s cohort included notable artists such as Bony RamirezBrendan Fernandesand Carrie Mae Weems. Each artist contributed original works to be presented to the festival’s winning filmmakers.
Vanity Fair collaborated with illustrator Pepe Muñoz to create artistic portraits of the attendees. The portrait studio became a popular hangout spot, with stars like Ayo EdebiriWhitney Peakand Paloma Elsesser taking selfies and catching up. Sofia Coppola and Julia Louis-Dreyfus waited for their turn to be drawn, while Teyana Taylor joked about her pose reminding her of the Knicks game.
The Return of Tribeca Grill
The dinner marked the soft return of the Tribeca Grillwhich had been closed since after 35 years in business. Owned by Robert De Nirothe grill was once an icon of the downtown culinary scene. In 2027, De Niro, along with Ira DrukierChef Rich Torrisiand Major Food Groupplans to open a new restaurant at the same location.
During the dinner, Robert De Niro gave a heartfelt toast to Jane Rosenthalco-founder of the Tribeca Film Festival. He praised her as a tough business leader and a patron of the arts, highlighting her understanding of the artist’s soul. The evening was a testament to the enduring spirit of the Tribeca Film Festival and its commitment to celebrating creativity and solidarity.
