The scene at Bar Marmont felt like a snapshot of a changing industry: warm greetings, impromptu reunions, and a palpable buzz that underscored the evening’s purpose. vanity fair’s Vanities Party convened on a Wednesday during Oscars week, gathering entertainers whose recent work and upcoming projects have pushed them into the spotlight. The room was a studied mash-up of film premieres, streaming hits, and social-media-fueled careers—an atmosphere that suggested collaboration and shared momentum more than rivalry. Guests moved between booths, snapshots, and the small dance floor, all framed by low light and the storied walls of a Hollywood staple.
The hosts and their moment
At the center of the night was Odessa A’zion, who helped anchor the evening as a co-host while promoting a busy awards season. A’zion, who has been associated with films such as Marty Supreme and the HBO comedy I Love LA directed by Rachel Sennott, embraced fans and friends with easy warmth. She spoke about the dual feeling of exhaustion and exhilaration that comes with awards campaigning, noting that the process has been as rewarding as it has been intense. The Vanities Party provided a momentary pause from screenings and press circuits, a chance for performers to decompress and celebrate one another’s wins.
Fashion, crossover careers, and onstage moments
Also on the hosting roster were Kaia Gerber, Tyriq Withers, and musician-turned-actor Role Model, a lineup that illustrated how modern careers blend modeling, acting, and music. Gerber, wearing a black lace Givenchy by Sarah Burton, has steadily accumulated credits across film and television, most recently drawing attention for a notable turn on the second season of Palm Royale. She remarked on the industry’s growing fluidity, saying it no longer feels compartmentalized—an observation that reflected the evening’s diverse guest list and the variety of creative paths represented under one roof.
Debuts and quick pivots
Role Model chatted about his first acting role in Lena Dunham’s upcoming rom-com Good Sex, describing the shoot as unusually relaxed and creatively freeing. Though he admitted he had not yet seen his finished performance, he seemed buoyed by the experience of working on a set that allowed him to learn without pressure. Nearby, Gerber and A’zion shared photos and later dove into the crowd when Rod Stewart’s “Da Ya Think I’m Sexy?” cued a spontaneous dance floor moment, underscoring how the night oscillated between industry talk and simple celebration.
Who turned up and what they signaled
The guest list read like a cross-section of contemporary celebrity: actors such as Chase Infiniti—fresh from an acclaimed run in One Battle After Another and on the cusp of the Hulu series The Testaments with Rowan Blanchard—rubbed shoulders with musicians and creators. Names including The Kid LAROI, Lux Pascal, and social-media personalities like Josh Richards, Olivia Jade, and Jake Shane were part of the crowd. The mix of established and emerging profiles reinforced the idea that recognition now comes from multiple platforms, not just traditional studios, and that the next wave of stars is defined by versatility.
Generational voice and a shared purpose
Tyriq Withers, whose film Reminders of Him follows his breakout in the 2026 horror hit Him, spoke about generational shifts he sees in Hollywood. He emphasized a desire to escape limiting labels, to tell stories authentically, and to dismantle old expectations—goals that resonated with others in the room. The atmosphere at Bar Marmont felt less like a networking gauntlet and more like an encouragement session: artists cheering peers on rather than sizing them up, and imagining collaborations instead of competition.
Late-night moments and what comes next
As the evening waned, small theatrics and loud declarations of affection punctuated the night—A’zion yelled back to friends from a balcony railing, a testament to the intimate, clubby vibe of the gathering. For many attendees the party was both a celebration of recent success and a preview of future work: supportive chatter about upcoming roles, potential collaborations, and the kinds of projects that will define the next few seasons. With the 98th Academy Awards approaching on Sunday, March 15, 2026, the Vanities Party served as one of several waypoints in a week-long rhythm of events, including Vanity Fair’s Oscar Party livestream hosted by Quenlin Blackwell, Jake Shane, and Brittany Broski at 10:30 p.m. ET / 7:30 p.m. PT—a reminder that the industry’s social calendar is woven tightly with its awards timeline.
