Lifestyle October 26 2025

Something Extra | Monday

Updated December 9 2025 1 min read

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  • Lifetime Achievement Award recipient Ben Vereen walked the red carpet in an all-white double-breasted suit. Lifetime Achievement Award recipient Ben Vereen walked the red carpet in an all-white double-breasted suit.
  • Choreographer of the Year honouree Mandy Moore added a pop of colour to her maxi-length black dress. Choreographer of the Year honouree Mandy Moore added a pop of colour to her maxi-length black dress.
  • Advocate Award recipient Debbie Gibson wears an off-the-shoulder black gown with a thigh-high split. Advocate Award recipient Debbie Gibson wears an off-the-shoulder black gown with a thigh-high split.
  • Humanitarian Award recipient JoJo Siwa wears a floor-length black gown with pearl detailing. Humanitarian Award recipient JoJo Siwa wears a floor-length black gown with pearl detailing.
  • Actor and dancer Jenna Dewan dons a strapless, lilac, crystal-embellished dress and sparkly heels. Actor and dancer Jenna Dewan dons a strapless, lilac, crystal-embellished dress and sparkly heels.
  • ICON Award recipient Janet Jackson arrives at the Gala of the Stars in a Tom Ford dress and Christian Louboutin boots. ICON Award recipient Janet Jackson arrives at the Gala of the Stars in a Tom Ford dress and Christian Louboutin boots.

Music and dance royalty collided last Tuesday night as Janet Jackson was named Icon of the Year at The Gala of the Stars, an annual benefit supporting Dancers Against Cancer, held at The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles. Presented by her long-time friend Liza Minnelli — making a rare public appearance — the honour celebrated Jackson’s enduring impact on culture and choreography. Something Extra brings you the highlights.