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Lady Gaga and Joaquin Phoenix rule the red carpet on Day 8 of Venice Film Festival

The Bad Romance singer is starring in the second Joker film

Updated: September 4, 2024

Day 7 of the Venice Film Festival was dominated by British stars, however, the Americans were back in force to mark the eighth day and the premiere of Joker: Folie à Deux.

The film's lead cast members, includingJoaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga, looked phenomenal as they took centre stage at photocalls and the red carpet. There was still plenty of British talent in attendance, however, as The Lion King star Chiwetel Ejiofor made his long-awaited entrance.

See below for the main talent…

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Lady Gaga

Applause singer Lady Gaga has had an incredible 2024 with both the Olympics and her appearance as Harley Quinn in the new Joker film. Her black dress, beret and heels were worlds apart from the zany fashion of the beloved villain.

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Gaga's premiere look

When it came to Joker's premiere, Mother Monster wore an outfit that screamed 'Gaga'. The singer was dressed to the nines in a black dress with an extravagant headpiece.

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Joaquin Phoenix

Leading man Joaquin struck a casual look for the photocall, rocking a plain white tee and black jeans with a pair of comfortable trainers.

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Joaquin and Rain Phoenix

Joaquin smartened up for the red carpet and looked suave in a black tuxedo. He was joined by sister Rain who made a bold fashion statement in her bodysuit.

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Chiwetel Ejiofor

British star Chiwetel rocked up at the Venice Film Festival and he looked super suave in a grey jacket and jeans.

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Adjoa Andoh

Bridgerton star Adjoa left the 'Ton to head to Venice, and the actress rocked a regal black-and-white dress. And look at those earrings!

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Zoe Lister-Jones

American actress Zoe, best known for starring in the new hit show Slip, looked sublime in a slinky silver mini dress.

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Iris Law

Jude Law's daughter Iris looked magical as she stepped out for the Joker premiere in a divine blue dress. Her father already made a suave appearance on the fourth day.

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Jasmine Sanders

America's Next Top Model star Jasmine had her modelling credentials on full display as she stunned in a ravishing striped dress with a daring thigh-high slit.