Kim Kardashian stole the show while leading the honorees and guests at the TIME 100 Gala held at Lincoln Center’s Frederick P. Rose Hall in New York City on Wednesday.
The annual event is in celebration of those who the magazine has selected as the 100 most influential people in the world for 2023, which includes Kardashian.
The reality TV star-turned-law student, 42 – who recently spoke at the TIME100 Summit – wowed in a silky white gown that clung to her hourglass frame.
She was drenched in diamonds and carried a gorgeous pearlescent clutch as she posed for a sea of adoring photographers.
Her raven hair flowed down her back and chest in effortless waves and she amped up her gaze with a black smokey eyeshadow look.
Scene stealer: Kim Kardashian stole the show while leading the honorees and guests at the TIME 100 Gala held at Lincoln Center’s Frederick P. Rose Hall in New York City on Wednesday
Angelic: The reality TV star-turned-law student, 42 – who recently spoke at the TIME100 Summit – wowed in a silky white gown that clung to her hourglass frame
Kim’s already plump pout was lined in a dupe nude liner and topped with a peachy pink gloss.
She had an ethereal glow to her and was captured offering a friendly wave in the direction of the cameras.
While speaking at the TIME100 summit on Tuesday, the business woman admitted that she would be ‘happy’ to give up stardom to be a ‘full-time’ lawyer.
Kim became a household name after starring in her family’s E! reality series Keeping Up With The Kardashians, which came to an end after 20 seasons on the air.
The Kardashian-Jenner clan has since moved their reality TV empire to Hulu, with the highly-anticipated third season of the show set to premiere in May.
But Kim has also been training as a lawyer since 2019 in memory of her dad Robert – who worked as a high-profile attorney but died in 2003 at the age of 59.
She’s also devoted herself to prison reform, which includes seeking justice for the wrongfully accused and reducing sentences for convicts with low-level crimes.
The influencer told Tuesday’s crowd that she ‘always jokes’ to her mother Kris Jenner that she will be ‘retiring’ her celebrity persona to focus on her law career.
”I would be just as happy being an attorney full-time. The journey just really opened up my eyes so much,’ she said.
Along with Kardashian, a slew of Hollywood A-listers hit the red carpet at the annual gala on Wednesday night.
Actors, singer, philanthropists, directors and more high-profile faces alternated between posing in front of the event’s signature red backdrop and a white one featuring the ‘TIME100’ logo and the night’s sponsors, which included Booking.com and Cadillac.
Grammy Award-winner Doja Cat left little to the imagination as she exposed her bust through a sheer black strapless top worn under a ruffled purple organza dress.
The singer gave her ensemble an edgy flair by slipping on a pair of red vinyl opera gloves and a pair of sky-high patent leather heels.
Brunette Beauty: Her hair flowed down her back and chest in effortless waves and she amped up her gaze with a black smokey eyeshadow look
Glowing: She had an ethereal glow to her during her red carpet stint
Kissable: Kim’s already plump pout was lined in a dupe nude liner and topped with a peachy pink gloss
She was swarmed by interviewers to share her two cents
Diamond darling: She was drenched in diamonds and carried a gorgeous pearlescent clutch as she posed for a sea of adoring photographers
Actors, singer, philanthropists, directors and more high-profile faces alternated between posing in front of the event’s signature red backdrop and a white one featuring the ‘TIME100’ logo and the night’s sponsors, which included Booking.com and Cadillac
Cheeky: The dress highlighted the star’ famous backside
Kim’s hair was done up by her go-to hairstylist Chris Appleton, whose wedding she recently officiated
Kim lit up the room in her glamorous look
She waved and chatted with press and photographers just before posing in front of the backdrops
The Kiss Me More hitmaker’s chic bleach blonde buzzcut allowed her to show off her stunning bone structure.
She was decked out in diamond jewels and thick, black eyeliner made her sultry brown eyes pop.
Supermodel Kaia Gerber stunned onlookers as she arrived with her hunky boyfriend Austin Butler.
The daughter of Cindy Crawford, 21, and the Academy Award nominee, 31, couldn’t keep their hands off each other during their time in front of the cameras.
Kaia looked sensational in a backless gray gown that showed off her runway-worthy frame.
She rocked her go-to brown smokey eyeshadow and nude lip combo for the evening.
Austin made the ladies swoon in a stylish black suit that was impeccably tailored to fit his 6foot frame.
The Elvis star’s blonde coif was pushed off his face and he sported light stubble.
The couple have been romantically involved since late 2021 following Kaia’s split from Euphoria star Jacob Elordi and Austin’s breakup with girlfriend of 10 years Vanessa Hudgens.
Salma Hayek looked incredibly youthful as she smoldered for shutterbugs in a blue satin and black lace gown with a lengthy train.
The From Dusk Til Dawn actress carried a silver clutch and her shoulder-length brunette hair looked freshly blown out for the occasion.
Ali Wong turned heads in a gorgeous white lace cheongsam gown with fringed bell sleeves that touched the floor.
It was adorned with rhinestones that sparkled under the red carpet lights.
The BEEF star – who is of Chinese and Vietnamese heritage – sported a stunning white headdress with beaded strands that fell onto her shoulders and down her back as she posed.
Lovely in lace: Salma Hayek looked incredibly youthful as she smoldered for shutterbugs in a blue satin and black lace gown with a lengthy train
Glamour girl: The From Dusk Til Dawn actress carried a silver clutch and her shoulder-length brunette hair looked freshly blown out for the occasion
Power couple: Supermodel Kaia Gerber stunned onlookers as she arrived with her hunky boyfriend Austin Butler. The daughter of Cindy Crawford, 21, and the Academy Award nominee, 31, couldn’t keep their hands off each other during their time in front of the cameras
Sensational: Kaia looked sensational in a backless gray gown that showed off her runway-worthy frame
Going strong: The couple have been romantically involved since late 2021 following Kaia’s split from Euphoria star Jacob Elordi and Austin’s breakup with girlfriend of 10 years Vanessa Hudgens
Swoon-worthy: Austin made the ladies swoon in a stylish black suit that was impeccably tailored to fit his 6foot frame
Sexy: Grammy Award-winner Doja Cat left little to the imagination as she exposed her bust through a sheer black strapless top worn under a ruffled purple organza dress
Edgy: The singer gave her ensemble an edgy flair by slipping on a pair of red vinyl opera gloves
She strolled the venue in a pair of sky-high patent leather heels
Stunner: The Kiss Me More hitmaker’s chic bleach blonde buzzcut allowed her to show off her stunning bone structure
Legendary director Steven Spielberg was caught admiring the musician on the red carpet
Beautiful: Ali Wong turned heads in a gorgeous white lace cheongsam gown with fringed bell sleeves that touched the floor
It was adorned with rhinestones that sparkled under the red carpet lights
The BEEF star – who is of Chinese and Vietnamese heritage – sported a stunning white headdress with beaded strands that fell onto her shoulders and down her back as she posed
Sleek: Her silky raven tresses were worn in a sleek bun
Ali’s look: She rocked her signature large-frame seeing glasses
Longtime love: Ashley Graham flaunted her enviable curves beside her handsome husband Justin Ervin upon their arrival at the star-studded soiree
Curvy: The Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue model slipped into a clingy black gown with numerous straps across the chest, shoulders and down her arms. Her brunette hair was slicked back in a sleek ponytail and she stood on strappy black heels.
She blew kisses for the cameras
Princess: Lea Michele looked like a princess in a billowing blue satin dress that flowed to the floor
Beaming beauty: She flashed a stunning smile at photographers through nude lips, which she paired with bold black eyeliner and a sun-kissed complexion.
The Glee star’s gown had a flattering plunging neckline and a cinched waist, making her look even more svelte
She was joined by her husband Zandy Reich
The couple married in 2019 and share two-year-old son Ever
Glittering: Angela Bassett looked incredible as she emerged in a dazzling black a gold suit styled with a busty black corset top
Funky flair: The American Horror Story actress carried an eye-catching clutch shaped like a boombox
Ethereal: Drew Barrymore looked ethereal in a flowing white gown boasting an elegant blue floral pattern
The talk show host also modeled a matching cape that flowed to the floor
She opted for a natural yet glamorous makeup look consisting of a bare eye, rosy cheeks and a berry toned lip stain
Her silky raven tresses were worn in a sleek bun and she rocked her signature large-frame seeing glasses.
Ashley Graham flaunted her enviable curves beside her handsome husband Justin Ervin upon their arrival at the star-studded soiree.
The Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue model slipped into a clingy black gown with numerous straps across the chest, shoulders and down her arms.
Her brunette hair was slicked back in a sleek ponytail and she stood on strappy black heels.
Lea Michele looked like a princess in a billowing blue satin dress that flowed to the floor.
The Glee star’s gown had a flattering plunging neckline and a cinched waist, making her look even more svelte.
She flashed a stunning smile at photographers through nude lips, which she paired with bold black eyeliner and a sun-kissed complexion.
Angela Bassett looked incredible as she emerged in a dazzling black a gold suit styled with a busty black corset top.
The American Horror Story actress carried an eye-catching clutch shaped like a boombox.
She rocked a sparkly diamond choker with a starburst-like pendant.
Drew Barrymore looked ethereal in a flowing white gown boasting an elegant blue floral pattern.
The talk show host also modeled a matching cape that flowed to the floor.
She opted for a natural yet glamorous makeup look consisting of a bare eye, rosy cheeks and a berry toned lip stain.
The White Lotus star Jennifer Coolidge looked ultra glam in a stunning black velvet dress decked out with mirrored beads on the shoulders, cuffs and hem.
The actress’ newly cut fringe bangs were softly curled to frame her face while the rest of her blonde hair remained tucked up in a bun.
Comedian Tiffany Haddish took the plunge in a sparkling black and red gown that flattered her svelte figure.
She continued to rock her bleach blonde pixie cut which allowed her to show off her oblong silver hoops earrings.
Glamazon! The White Lotus star Jennifer Coolidge looked ultra glam in a stunning black velvet dress decked out with mirrored beads on the shoulders, cuffs and hem
The actress’ newly cut fringe bangs were softly curled to frame her face while the rest of her blonde hair remained tucked up in a bun
Jennifer also posed for photos once inside the event space
Dazzling: Comedian Tiffany Haddish took the plunge in a sparkling black and red gown that flattered her svelte figure. She continued to rock her bleach blonde pixie cut which allowed her to show off her oblong silver hoops
She smiled for photographers and posed with her hands on her hips
Ravishing in red: Aubrey Plaza looked ravishing in a chic satin skirt and blouse combo that showed off her toned legs. The actress stood on classic black heels and wore her brunette hair in a bun with her bangs pushed to one side
Reunion: She reunited on the red carpet with her Parks And Recreation co-star Amy Poehler
Periwinkle perfection: Amy Poehler stunned in a sparkly periwinkle gown that flowed to the floor and pooled at her feet. The SNL alum’s cropped blonde hair was styled sleek and straight
Girl gang: The ladies also made sure to pose for snapshots with their close friend and fellow TV star Natasha Lyonne
Bombshell: Natasha Lyonne looked like a classic Hollywood bombshell with voluminous hair and a plunging strapless black dress
She mingled with Ronan Farrow
Aubrey Plaza looked ravishing in a chic satin skirt and blouse combo that showed off her toned legs.
The actress stood on classic black heels and wore her brunette hair in a bun with her bangs pushed to one side.
She reunited on the red carpet with her Parks And Recreation co-star Amy Poehler.
Poehler stunned in a sparkly periwinkle gown that flowed to the floor and pooled at her feet.
The SNL alum’s cropped blonde hair was styled sleek and straight.
The ladies also made sure to pose for snapshots with their close friend and fellow TV star Natasha Lyonne.
Lyonne looked like a classic Hollywood bombshell with voluminous hair and a plunging strapless black dress.
Padma Lakshmi wowed onlookers as she hit the red carpet in a ruffled periwinkle gown with a daring thigh-high slit that revealed her sculpted legs.
The model slipped her feet into scrappy chrome heels that coordinated with her pedicure.
Conservative journalist and DailyMail.com contributor Meghan McCain looked absolutely stunning in a classic white blouse styled with a red full-length skirt.
She wore her blonde hair slicked back in a bun and popped on a bold fire engine red lip to punctuate her makeup look.
Meghan was joined by her glamorous mother Cindy McCain.
Rosemary’s Baby star Mia Farrow looked radiant while modeling an elegant off white slip dress with black leather sandals.
She tucked her essentials away in a chic black clutch.
The film star’s curly, golden hair tumbled down her chest and she sported a rosy flush.
Legendary supermodel Helena Christensen showed off her sun-kissed glow as she stepped out in a plunging black dress and chrome-toed heels.
Gayle King embraced the spring season as she rocked a pretty pastel yellow dress.
She accessorized with a number of colorful bangles and carried a shiny rainbow clutch.
Hollywood hunk Michael B. Jordan also delivered spring vibes by suiting up for the occasion in lavender.
Head turner: Padma Lakshmi wowed onlookers as she hit the red carpet in a ruffled periwinkle gown with a daring thigh-high slit that revealed her sculpted legs
The model slipped her feet into scrappy chrome heels that coordinated with her pedicure
Conservative journalist and DailyMail.com contributor Meghan McCain looked absolutely stunning in a classic white blouse styled with a red full-length skirt
Mother-daughter duo: Meghan was joined by her glamorous mother Cindy McCain
Bold lip: She wore her blonde hair slicked back in a bun and popped on a bold fire engine red lip to punctuate her makeup look
Icon: Rosemary’s Baby star Mia Farrow looked radiant while modeling an elegant off white slip dress with black leather sandals
She was joined by her son Ronan Farrow
Blushing: The film star’s curly, golden hair tumbled down her chest and she sported a rosy flush
Awkward! Mia bumped into director Steven Spielberg, whose she’s feuded with from the past
Catwalk queen: Legendary supermodel Helena Christensen showed off her sun-kissed glow as she stepped out in a plunging black dress and chrome-toed heels
Pretty in pastel: Gayle King embraced the spring season as she rocked a pretty pastel yellow dress. She accessorized with a number of colorful bangles and carried a shiny rainbow clutch
Hollywood hunk Michael B. Jordan also delivered spring vibes by suiting up for the occasion in lavender
Sparkling: Pretty In Pink star Molly Ringwald glittered in a red sequin gown with a plunging neckline that exposed her smooth décolletage. She cozied up to her longtime husband Panio Gianopoulos during her time with photographers
Dapper: Director Steven Spielberg looked dapper in a classic black tuxedo and black bow tie
News star Don Lemon – who was recently sacked by CNN after appearing on the network for nearly 20 years – tried to shake off the workplace drama as he posed for photographers
Support system: He was supported at the occasion by his handsome partner Tim Malone
Pretty In Pink star Molly Ringwald glittered in a red sequin gown with a plunging neckline that exposed her smooth décolletage.
She cozied up to her longtime husband Panio Gianopoulos during her time with photographers.
Director Steven Spielberg looked dapper in a classic black tuxedo and black bow tie.
News star Don Lemon – who was recently sacked by CNN after appearing on the network for nearly 20 years – tried to shake off the workplace drama as he posed for photographers.
He was supported at the occasion by his handsome partner Tim Malone.
This is Lemon’s first red carpet since his shock firing which was allegedly due to his ‘misogynistic’ actions towards female guests and co-hosts.
