Third Annual Gold Gala Honors Over 100 Asian Pacific Changemakers in Los Angeles

The third annual Gold Gala, hosted by Gold House, convened on May 11, 2024, at the historic Music Center in downtown Los Angeles, celebrating the most impactful Asian Pacific changemakers. The prestigious event recognized the 2024 A100 List, highlighting influential individuals across various industries. Social media personality GIRLSET, attending the gala, expressed profound inspiration, stating, > "feeling so inspired at @GoldHouseCo’s gold gala honoring so many amazing voices in the asian pacific community ✨."

Among the distinguished honorees were acclaimed actress Lucy Liu, culinary icon Padma Lakshmi, and the cast and creators of Netflix's "Beef," who received the Gold Icon honor for their groundbreaking representation. Other notable figures recognized included Saweetie, Cynthia Erivo, Bang Si-Hyuk, Karan Johar, Hoa Xuande, and Valkyrae. The Gold Gala serves as a definitive event to celebrate cross-industry excellence and promote multicultural leadership.

The gala's theme, "A Gold New World," envisioned a future built by all, with luxury fashion designer Prabal Gurung serving as the event's first-ever Creative Director. Gurung emphasized the global and inclusive nature of the gathering, noting, "It’s about people from their respective fields coming together to inspire." The evening featured a Michelin-level three-course dinner, with a menu curated by Padma Lakshmi and Chef Vijay Kumar.

Attendees enjoyed unique activations, including glam stations and custom drinks, culminating in an inaugural Billboard x Gold House Founders Party. The after-party featured a headlining DJ performance by two-time Grammy-nominated artist Steve Aoki and a performance by "RuPaul's Drag Race" winner Nymphia Wind. Gold House, as a cultural ecosystem, aims to expand pathways that elevate collective power and foster a more inclusive future.