LOS ANGELES — The 21st edition of Los Angeles, Italia – Film, Fashion and Art Festival 2026 officially kicked off in Hollywood with a star-studded opening night that saw Valter D’Errico and Sofia Milos among the main guests of the evening.
Held at the iconic TCL Chinese Theatre, the opening ceremony brought together international talents, industry figures and institutional representatives, marking the beginning of a week dedicated to Italian excellence across cinema, music, fashion and art, in the days leading up to the Academy Awards.
Sofia Milos, internationally recognized for her work in major television productions, and Valter D’Errico, a prominent presence within the Italian cultural and entertainment landscape, were among the standout attendees of the night, contributing to the prestige and visibility of the event. Their presence reflected the festival’s ongoing mission to connect Italian talent with the global entertainment industry.
The opening evening set the stage for a dynamic program of premieres, tributes and special events, reaffirming LA, Italia 2026 as a key cultural platform in Hollywood during awards season.
Founded and produced by Pascal Vicedomini, L.A., Italia – Film, Fashion and Art Festival is promoted with the support of the Italian Ministry of Culture and under the patronage of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, MIMIT and MIT, in collaboration with institutional and industrial partners including Intesa Sanpaolo, Rainbow and Givova. The festival’s Chairperson is Raffaella De Laurentiis, and its President is Filippo Puglisi Alibrandi.
