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The Breakthrough Prize Awards 2026: The Best Dressed

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20 April 2026

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The Breakthrough Prize Awards, often referred to as the “Oscars of Science,” celebrates the research achievements of scientists across life sciences, fundamental physics, and mathematics. Founded by Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, Anne Wojcicki, Priscilla Chan, Sergey Brin, Julia and Yuri Milner, the annual event gathers some of the leading researchers from institutions such as Stanford University, MIT, Oxford, and Columbia University.

The 2026 edition, held at the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, marks the 14th year of the Breakthrough Prize. The event brought together a mix of scientists, innovators, and celebrities, with the red carpet featuring a series of celebrity appearances. The guest list included names such as Gigi Hadid, Anne Hathaway, Robert Downey Jr., Zoe Saldana, director Darren Aronofsky, Ben Affleck, Evan Spiegel, Margot Robbie, and Lionel Richie.

Gal Gadot In Altuzarra and Rahaminov jewelry
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On the red carpet, some attendees went for darker tones. Gal Gadot appeared in a black two-piece consisting of a cropped long-sleeve top and a flowing skirt. Michelle Williams chose a black gown with a gold draped detail across one side from the neckline, while Paris Hilton wore a black corset-style top and matching skirt covered in silver stones, paired with opera gloves. Anne Hathaway followed the same palette in a one-shoulder asymmetrical gown, styled with a Bulgari clutch and jewellery.

Gigi Hadid in David Koma
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In contrast, others arrived in lighter tones. Gigi Hadid wore a silky white gown featuring a crisscross halter neckline, secured with a brooch. Katharine McPhee also chose white, stepping out in a slim-strapped gown with floral detailing.

Lily Collins in Saint Laurent by Anthony Vaccarello
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Lily Collins appeared in a strapless olive-toned gown with gathered detailing at the waist, while Zoe Saldana chose a sleeveless orange two-piece from Alaïa’s Fall/Winter 2026 collection.

Chrissy Teigen & John Legend in Cong Tri (Teigen)
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Several couples also walked the red carpet together. Chrissy Teigen arrived alongside John Legend in a strapless gown with a thigh-high slit, while he wore a classic black suit. Robert Downey Jr. and Susan Downey coordinated in dark tones, with the latter wearing a slim-strapped gown featuring triangular cutouts at the top.

See more additional red carpet looks from the 2026 Breakthrough Prize Awards below.