Hollywood’s A-list date night! George and Amal Clooney lead the glam ‘power’ couples as they host Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber, Daniel Craig and Rachel Weisz and Emily Blunt and John Krasinski at star-studded charity event in New York City
- The Albie Awards are held by the Clooney Foundation For Justice, which bills them as being for ‘courageous defenders of justice who are at great risk for what they do’
- They were named for Justice Albie Sachs, an internationally famous South African jurist subjected to jail and then exile for his activism against the apartheid regime
- The couple’s A-list pals turned out to show their support including Emily Blunt, John Krasinski, Daniel Craig, Rachel Weisz, Scarlett Johannsson, Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, Cindy Crawford and more
Hollywood’s most famous couples were out in force on Thursday as A-listers descended upon the New York Public Library for the second annual Albie Awards.
Hosted by George Clooney and Amal Clooney, the glamorous soiree welcomed a host of showbiz heavy hitters, with an array of A-list pairs using the event as a date night.
Among the celebrity couples on the night were the likes of Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber, Daniel Craig and Rachel Weisz and Emily Blunt and John Krasinski.
Yet despite being one half of a famously popular and wealthy pairing, Amal admitted she hadn’t let her stature go to her head, as when George joked about the ‘power couple’ tag he and his wife have acquired, she confessed that she doesn’t feel that way herself.
While they may not have felt like a power couple, the duo drew in a powerful crowd for The Albie Awards, which are held by the Clooney Foundation For Justice.
Double date night: George and Amal Clooney hosted Hollywood’s most glamorous date night with the second annual Albie Awards at New York Public Library on Thursday night (right: Rande Gerber and Cindy Crawford)
An A-list night out: It was a night to remember for Hollywood’s elite as they mingled with other A-list couples (L-R) Rachel Weisz and Daniel Craig, Emily Blunt and John Krasinski and Luciana Damon and Matt Damon
The awards are billed as being for ‘courageous defenders of justice who are at great risk for what they do.’
They were named for Justice Albie Sachs, an internationally famous South African jurist subjected to jail and then exile for his activism against the apartheid regime.
This year’s honorees included a Ukrainian NGO, a Congolese anti-rape activist and the two Iranian journalists who broke the story of the killing of Mahsa Amini that ignited their country’s Woman Life Freedom uprising.
For her latest red carpet appearance, Amal draped her statuesque figure in a white sequined gown that featured a small train and matched her tiny clutch.
Letting her dark hair cascade over her shoulders in luxurious waves, she sharpened her cloven-in-marble features with makeup and lent the ensemble a dash of glitz with an ornate bracelet.
Meanwhile George, plumping for the silver fox look with a white beard and distinguished salt-and-pepper hairdo, modeled his signature classic tuxedo as he posed on his wife’s arm.
As they posed up a storm in front of the event’s gold backdrop, they mingled with some of the other attendees, including Amal’s mother, the Lebanese journalist Baria Alamuddin.
At one point the Hollywood power couple also posed flanking fashion designer Donatella Versace, who slid her trademark wiry frame into a daringly see-through brocaded gown.
They also got in a bit of hobnobbing with none other than beauty mogul Charlotte Tilbury, who made a splash in an eye-popping dress with a design reminiscent of fish scales.
The couple stopped to talk to Entertainment Tonight during their red carpet stint, with George telling the outlet that he’s ‘inspired’ by his spouse.
The event occurred just one day after the lovebirds celebrated their ninth wedding anniversary and George joked about people expecting their union to be over long before now.
‘[Amal] inspires me in everything she does. And by the way, yesterday was our 9th anniversary! Said it wouldn’t last, you know what I’m saying?’ he said.
An A-list night out: It was a night to remember for Hollywood’s elite as they mingled with other A-list couples (L-R) Bart Freundlich and Julianne Moore, Julianna Margulies and Keith Lieberthal and Nina Dobrev and Shaun White
Delightful duos: John Oliver’s wife Kate Norley wowed in an ab-flashing glittering dress while Greta Gerwig stunned in florals as she posed alongside partner Noah Baumbach
Cosying up: Keegan-Michael Key wrapped a loving arm around wife Elle Key, Jeremy Strong cuddled up to his wife Emma Wall and Barry Diller held hands with wife Diane von Furstenberg as they graced the gold carpet
Namesake: The ceremony was named for Justice Albie Sachs, an internationally famous South African jurist subjected to jail and then exile for his activism against the apartheid regime
Details: The Albie Awards are held by the Clooney Foundation For Justice, which bills them as being for ‘courageous defenders of justice who are at great risk for what they do’
Hello, gorgeous: For her latest red carpet appearance, Amal draped her statuesque figure in a white sequined gown that featured a small train and matched her tiny clutch
Meanwhile: George, plumping for the silver fox look with a white beard and distinguished salt-and-pepper hairdo, modeled his signature classic tuxedo as he posed on his wife’s arm
A-list stars! A whole host of major talent flocked to the event including (L-R) Mark Ronson, Guest, Jodie Turner-Smith, Mary J. Blige, Charlotte Tilbury, Kate Moss, Michaela Jae Rodriguez, Heidi Klum, Sofia Vergara and Jack Huston
Close: George and Amal appeared to be as loved-up as ever as they arrived at the event hand-in-hand
George also joked about the ‘power couple’ tag he and his wife have acquired.
He asked Amal: ‘Do you feel like a power couple, my love?’ She replied: ‘Not really.’
What are the Albies?
The annual event is held to honour ‘brave individuals who, at great personal risk, have devoted their lives to justice,’ in the worlds of human rights, business, entertainment, fashion and technology.
The Albies are named after Justice Albie Sachs, who worked to end apartheid in South Africa.
The Clooney Foundation For Justice, founded by the actor and lawyer, plays host to the event.
The Albies – which are named after Justice Albie Sachs, who worked to end apartheid in South Africa – honour ‘brave individuals who, at great personal risk, have devoted their lives to justice,’ in the worlds of human rights, business, entertainment, fashion and technology.
And Amal, 45, admitted it was special to continue their anniversary celebrations highlighting such important issues.
She said: ‘Well, we’re really happy. This is our second Albies.
‘We hope to do it every year and it’s really an honour to be able to put on a stage tonight five amazing people. Many of whom we worked with in Ukraine and Congo and Syria, and places that still, you know, sometimes seem to be forgotten.
‘They’re people who are really making a difference and it’s amazing to be able to honour them tonight.’
George added: ‘We’re lucky that we get to focus a lot of the attention we get on people that need attention. ‘Cause we don’t. So, it’s fun to be able to. Especially tonight.
‘This is a good way to spend this, you know, this equity, which is to say, ‘Let’s shine a light on people who may very well end up in jail for standing up for justice and standing up for democracy.”
Andra Day, who garnered critical acclaim and an Oscar nod for her portrayal of Billie Holiday in a recent biopic, also managed to get in a bit of posing with her hosts.
Couples galore turned the fete into a date night, from ex-James Bond Daniel Craig and his actress wife Rachel Weisz to Oscar-winner Julianne Moore and her husband Bart Freundlich.
Cindy Crawford, reigning Supermodel of the 1990s, attended the fete on the arm of her dashing husband Rande Gerber, who co-founded the tequila brand Casamigos with George and businessman Mike Meldman.
Family photo: As they posed up a storm in front of the event’s gold backdrop, they mingled with some of the other attendees, including Amal’s mother, the Lebanese journalist Baria Alamuddin
Fashionista: At one point the Hollywood power couple also posed flanking fashion designer Donatella Versace, who slid her trademark wiry frame into a daringly see-through brocaded gown
Terrific: They also got in a bit of hobnobbing with none other than beauty mogul Charlotte Tilbury, who made a splash in an eye-popping dress with a design reminiscent of fish scales
Troika: Andra Day, who garnered critical acclaim and an Oscar nod for her portrayal of Billie Holiday in a recent biopic, also managed to get in a bit of posing with her hosts
A fine romance: Couples galore turned the fete into a date night, from ex-James Bond Daniel Craig and his actress wife Rachel Weisz (left) to Oscar-winner Julianne Moore and her husband Bart Freundlich (right)
Connections: Cindy Crawford, reigning Supermodel of the 1990s, attended the fete on the arm of her dashing husband Rande Gerber, who co-founded the tequila brand Casamigos with George and businessman Mike Meldman
Kiss! Close pals Sofia Vergara and Heidi Klum appeared to be in jovial spirits at the event as the supermodel planted a kiss on the actress’ cheek
All smiles: The two bombshells flashed huge grins and shared a hug as they reunited on the red carpet
Glitzy: The close friends struck playful poses as they shared a friendly kiss while posing for photographers
George’s old Ocean’s Eleven co-star Matt Damon flashed his winning smile as he wrapped an arm around his wife Luciana Barrorso, while Emily Blunt beamed beside her sizzling husband John Krasinski.
Modern Family bombshell Sofia Vergara received an affectionate kiss on the cheek from Heidi Klum, who currently sits with her on the judging panel of America’s Got Talent.
Keegan-Michael Key of Key & Peele fame smiled radiantly as he cozied up to his wife Elle, while pioneering fashion designer Diane von Furstenberg could be spotted with her media mogul husband Barry Diller.
The Vampire Diaries sizzler Nina Dobrev emphasized her impressively taut physique in a tantalizingly see-through gown as she struck a pose beside her snowboarder boyfriend Shaun White.
Kate Moss flaunted her still sensational figure in a translucent white gown, while Mark Ronson opted for a muted midnight blue suit and matching shirt and Stephanie March rocked a gleaming silver skirt.
Scarlett Johansson was unmistakable in a sleekly severe black trouser suit that perfectly accentuated her petite frame, garnished by jewelry from Ana Khouri.
Anne Hathaway rocked a checkerboard print silver and lime green gown with lace accents, whilst Jon Stewart stuck to a simple suit-and-tie combo and Mary J. Blige flashed the flesh in a busty mini dripping with fringe.
Greta Gerwig and Noah Baumbach, fresh off the thunderous billion-dollar success of the Barbie movie they co-wrote and she directed, were also amid the top-flight guest list.
Glitzy: Kate Moss looked as stunning as ever in a floating white gown and platform gold heels as she posed with Charlotte Tilbury
Wow! Make-up brand owner Charlotte put on a very eye-catchnig display in a blue sequinned gown
Hunk-tastic: George’s old Ocean’s Eleven co-star Matt Damon flashed his winning smile as he wrapped an arm around his wife Luciana Barrorso (left), while Emily Blunt beamed beside her sizzling husband John Krasinski (right)
Co-stars reunited: Modern Family bombshell Sofia Vergara received an affectionate kiss on the cheek from Heidi Klum, who currently sits with her on the judging panel of America’s Got Talent
The look of love: The Vampire Diaries sizzler Nina Dobrev emphasized her impressively taut physique in a tantalizingly see-through gown as she struck a pose beside her snowboarder boyfriend Shaun White
So many stars: (from left) Kate Moss flaunted her still sensational figure in a translucent white gown, while Mark Ronson opted for a muted midnight blue suit and matching shirt and Stephanie March rocked a gleaming silver skirt
Bringing the look together: She let her silky platinum hair down and complemented it with a retro chic pair of gleaming gold platforms
Still got it: Playing up her ethereal complexion with makeup, the onetime epitome of ‘heroin chic’ added a pop of bright color to her largely muted ensemble with cherry red nail polish
Hello, gorgeous: Scarlett Johansson was unmistakable in a sleekly severe black trouser suit that perfectly accentuated her petite frame, garnished by jewelry from Ana Khouri
Superstar parade: (from left) Anne Hathaway rocked a checkerboard print silver and lime green gown with lace accents, whilst Jon Stewart stuck to a simple suit-and-tie combo and Mary J. Blige flashed the flesh in a busty mini dripping with fringe
True to form: Greta Gerwig and Noah Baumbach, fresh off the thunderous billion-dollar success of the Barbie movie they co-wrote and she directed, were also amid the top-flight guest list
Heavy hitters: (from left) Viola Davis cut a regal figure in an elegant off-the-shoulder purple frock, while AnnaSophia Robb cut a saucier figure in a black lace gown and Lorne Michaels went classic in a tuxedo
Chic to the hilt: Jodie Turner Smith worked a touch of monochrome magic in an off-the-shoulder black leather jumpsuit that featured snappy white lapel and a set of long sleeves that flowed into gloves
Quality time: Bill Gates’ ex-wife Melissa and daughter Phoebe (left) posed à deux for the photographers, as did Succession alumnus Jeremy Strong and his psychiatrist wife Emma Wall (right)
There they are: Among the cavalcade of couples who made their way to this year’s Albie Awards were The Good Wife star Julianna Margulies and her smoldering lawyer husband Keith Lieberthal
Place to be: Zola heartthrob Colman Domingo raised the style quotient in a sparkling black suit, while Oprah Winfrey’s best friend Gayle King made her presence felt in a striped purple number
On this night of a thousand stars: A parade of celebrities, including Rachel and Daniel, were spotted arriving at the New York Public Library where the Albies were held
Making their entrance: George and Amal, the proud parents of a set of six-year-old twins, were also pictured on the stairs as they showed up at the gala they were hosting
Spotted: A throng of onlookers had gathered to catch a glimpse of the high-profile duo
Hobnobbing: Charlotte and Kate were spotted emerging from the Mark Hotel side by side to attend the Albies, with Mark Ronson trailing not far behind them
Viola Davis cut a regal figure in an elegant off-the-shoulder purple frock, while AnnaSophia Robb cut a saucier figure in a black lace gown and Lorne Michaels went classic in a tuxedo.
Jodie Turner Smith worked a touch of monochrome magic in an off-the-shoulder black leather jumpsuit that featured snappy white lapel and a set of long sleeves that flowed into gloves.
Bill Gates’ ex-wife Melissa and daughter Phoebe posed à deux for the photographers, as did Succession alumnus Jeremy Strong and his psychiatrist wife Emma Wall.
Among the cavalcade of couples who made their way to this year’s Albie Awards were The Good Wife star Julianna Margulies and her smoldering lawyer husband Keith Lieberthal.
Zola heartthrob Colman Domingo raised the style quotient in a sparkling black suit, while Oprah Winfrey’s best friend Gayle King made her presence felt in a striped purple number.
Once the guests made their way into the New York Public Library, they sat down at an elegantly appointed set of tables adorned with extravagant floral arrangements.
Meryl Streep, who skipped the red carpet portion of the event, could be spotted sharing a laugh with George as she sat next to the Hollywood heartthrob, whom she co-starred with in Fantastic Mr. Fox.
On the other side of George was Matt Damon, who could be seen placing a warm hand on the host’s shoulder as they had a confab over their food.
Having a ball: Once the guests made their way into the New York Public Library, they sat down at an elegantly appointed set of tables adorned with extravagant floral arrangements
Together again: Meryl Streep, who skipped the red carpet portion of the event, could be spotted sharing a laugh with George as she sat next to the Hollywood heartthrob, whom she co-starred with in Fantastic Mr. Fox
Heartthrob summit: On the other side of George was Matt Damon, who could be seen placing a warm hand on the host’s shoulder as they had a confab over their food
Miranda and Andy: The evening’s festivities also offered Meryl an opportunity to enjoy a reunion with her The Devil Wears Prada castmate Anne Hathaway, 17 years after the release of their beloved office comedy
Duo of duos: Jeremy Strong could be spotted sharing a warm moment with Donatella Versace (left), while Meryl in the course of working the room got her picture taken with Matt Damon (right)
Luxury: George and Amal took the stage together during the glamorous affair, held in the same iconic venue where the inaugural Albie Awards took place one year earlier
Such fun: Scarlett and Diane indulged in an affectionate embrace in front of the cameras
Whoops: Andra and Alicia Keys got together for a photo inside the event – but they were close enough to George’s table that the host was able to leap at the chance to playfully photobomb them
Coordinated: The assembled notables in their audience included HBO host John Oliver and his wife Kate Norley, whose peekaboo dress allowed her to flash her washboard abs
The evening’s festivities also offered Meryl an opportunity to enjoy a reunion with her The Devil Wears Prada castmate Anne Hathaway, 17 years after the release of their beloved office comedy.
Andra and Alicia Keys got together for a photo inside the event – but they were close enough to George’s table that the host was able to leap at the chance to playfully photobomb them.
Jeremy Strong could be spotted sharing a warm moment with Donatella Versace, while Meryl in the course of working the room got her picture taken with Matt Damon.
George and Amal took the stage together during the glamorous affair, held in the same iconic venue where the inaugural Albie Awards took place one year earlier.
The assembled notables in their audience included HBO host John Oliver and his wife Kate Norley, whose peekaboo dress allowed her to flash her washboard abs.
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