Angela Bassett is having a banner year, dazzling fans on the red carpet and returning to the big screen in one of Hollywood’s most anticipated blockbusters. The acclaimed actress, now 66, continues to prove why she’s a force in both fashion and film.
Met Gala Debut: A Night to Remember
Bassett made her long-awaited debut at the 2025 Met Gala, and it was a moment her family—and the internet—won’t soon forget. The Emmy winner attended fashion’s biggest night as a first-timer, impressing her 19-year-old twins, Bronwyn and Slater, who were “excited” to see their mom’s red carpet moment. “We lived to impress these young ones. They were so thrilled that I got a chance to go and as was I,” Bassett told PEOPLE after the event.
She spent weeks looking forward to the gala, and the night did not disappoint. Between running into friends, enjoying a meal by James Beard Award–winning chef Kwame Onwuachi, and soaking in performances by Stevie Wonder and Usher, Bassett described the experience as “entertainment at its highest.” But it was her show-stopping outfit that truly turned heads.
Fashion Inspired by La Sape
Collaborating with Burberry creative director Daniel Lee and stylist Jennifer Austin, Bassett wore a custom blue jacquard velvet ensemble with a cape-sleeve waistcoat and trousers, topped off with Messika jewelry and a Jon Narcisso Millinery hat. She drew inspiration from the La Sape subculture of the Congo, known for its dapper, expressive style. On Instagram, Bassett gushed, “Ooo We. Had. Us. a. TIME!!!” and thanked her glam squad and Met co-chair Anna Wintour for the unforgettable night.
Back in Action: ‘Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning’
Bassett isn’t just making waves in fashion—she’s back on the big screen in the eighth installment of the
Mission: Impossible franchise,
The Final Reckoning, which hits theaters May 23. She reprises her role as Erika Sloane, now the President of the United States, joining Tom Cruise’s Ethan Hunt in a high-stakes battle against a rogue artificial intelligence known as “the Entity.” Director Christopher McQuarrie promises a “satisfying conclusion to a 30-year story arc,” though he’s keeping details under wraps about whether this will truly be the franchise’s last ride.
A Legacy of Excellence
Bassett’s career continues to soar, with recent accolades including an Academy Honorary Award and a spot on Time’s list of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2023. From her iconic portrayal of Tina Turner to her powerful roles in
Black Panther and
9-1-1, Bassett remains a trailblazer for Black women in Hollywood and a role model for the next generation.
What’s Next for Angela Bassett?
With her children cheering her on, a blockbuster film on the horizon, and a Met Gala debut that set social media abuzz, Angela Bassett shows no signs of slowing down. Whether she’s commanding the screen or the red carpet, she continues to inspire with her talent, style, and grace.
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