- Timothée Chalamet celebrated Oscar loss with Kardashian-Jenner family at Vanity Fair party
- Governors Ball hosted instant Oscar engraving station for winners like Mikey Madison
- Elton John raised $8M for AIDS research through celebrity-packed performance event
- 1970s-themed decor dominated post-Oscar celebrations across Beverly Hills venues
While Cillian Murphy took home Best Actor honors, Timothée Chalamet proved victory comes in many forms at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party. The 28-year-old actor swapped his lemon-yellow Louis Vuitton runway look for classic black-tie attire as he laughed with Kylie Jenner and Chris Rock, who jokingly declared him the people's champion.Nearby, Conan O'Brien entertained guests with razor-sharp commentary about his hosting gig, proving the after-party circuit rewards both golden statue holders and crowd favorites equally.
At the official Governors Ball, first-time winner Zoe Saldaña danced nervously while waiting for her Oscar engraving. The Emilia Pérezstar's husband captured the emotional moment when her statuette returned bearing the permanent inscription - a ritual 83% of winners complete before midnight. Nearby, Anoradirector Sean Baker juggled four trophies while discussing plans for his victory lap through West Hollywood's iconic nightlife district.
Beverly Hills transformed into a glittering playground for Hollywood's elite, with themed events generating an estimated $20M in local revenue. The Vanity Fair party's disco-inspired layout featured four immersive zones, including a retro burger bar serving 1,200 In-N-Out sliders between midnight and 3 AM. Meanwhile, Elton John's AIDS benefit at West Hollywood Park saw 700 guests contribute to record-breaking fundraising efforts through premium open-bar packages and exclusive merchandise sales.
Industry analysts note a 40% increase in branded after-parties since 2020, with luxury sponsors leveraging star power for social media visibility. These events aren't just celebrations - they're strategic marketing platforms,explained Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce president Linda Oto. When Chalamet poses with a champagne flute, that brand gains instant access to 18 million Gen Z followers.
As dawn approached, emerging stars like Jenna Ortega networked with veterans like Serena Williams near the valet stations. The mix of established icons and fresh faces highlighted Hollywood's evolving hierarchy, where TikTok fame and traditional accolades now hold equal weight in party invitations. With Uber drivers ferrying home exhausted nominees and winners alike, the 2024 Oscar celebrations proved that in Tinseltown, every ending sparks new beginnings.
