Jennifer Lopez
Jennifer Lopez Breaks Silence on Divorce from Ben Affleck with Cryptic Instagram Post (Photo: REUTERS)

Jennifer Lopez turned heads at the Los Angeles premiere of Wicked on Saturday, reaffirming her status as a red-carpet icon with a stunning ensemble. The 55-year-old actress and singer attended the premiere at the historic Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, donning a striking beaded gown by Zuhair Murad. The daring dress featured a halter neck, a high slit, and strategically placed cutouts at the waist, exuding elegance and confidence.

Lopez completed her look with beaded bracelets, a sparkling clutch, and diamond-encrusted nude heels. Her hair was styled in a loose updo with two face-framing curls, a nod to French actress Brigitte Bardot, according to her hairstylist Andrew Fitzsimons. "Once the extensions were securely in place, I sprayed the hair with @andrewfitzsimonshair Après Sexe Texture Spray, gathered it up and twisted it to create this effortless Bardot-style updo," Fitzsimons shared on Instagram.

The Wicked premiere celebrated the upcoming film adaptation of the beloved musical, which explores the origin story of The Wizard of Oz through the perspectives of two witches, Elphaba and Glinda. The red carpet was also graced by Broadway legends Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth, who originated the roles of Elphaba and Glinda, respectively, as well as the film's stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande. Lopez's presence highlighted her passion for musical theater; she previously expressed a desire to perform on Broadway, telling Vogue in 2022, "I hope so," when asked if she would take the stage.

  Lopez, a longtime supporter of Ariana Grande, has collaborated with the pop star in the past, including on the 2019 track "Focus On My Medicine." The pair's friendship was evident as they posed for photographers and shared lighthearted moments on the red carpet. Lopez's glamorous appearance came on the heels of a whirlwind promotional tour for her upcoming film Unstoppable in London. Her standout press tour looks included a white mohair Magda Butrym halter dress paired with an alpaca jacket and Christian Louboutin leather pumps, as well as a bow-embellished mini dress complemented by a synthetic fur coat.

Lopez's recent public engagements coincide with personal transitions, including her separation from Ben Affleck after two years of marriage. Speaking candidly about her journey, she told Interview magazine, "My whole life has been proving my enoughness... I think my whole life I've just been trying to say I'm good enough, until where I am now, when I know. I'm giving myself credit."

The red carpet wasn't just about fashion and glamour; it also served as a platform for Lopez to embrace her renewed confidence. "I refuse to not give myself everything that little girl deserves," she said, reflecting on her childhood in the Bronx and the obstacles she has overcome throughout her career. "There's something to be said for that because things can really change your life in a way that you do want to give up... But I'm not there."