Celebrity Sightings: From Fashion Week to Fried Chicken – A September 2025 Snapshot
A whirlwind of events across the United States saw celebrities stepping out in style throughout the first half of September 2025, from the runways of New York Fashion Week to the courtside at the US Open. Here’s a look at the star-studded gatherings and candid moments that captured attention.
New York Fashion Week & The Fashion Scene
New York City was a focal point for celebrity activity, particularly during New York Fashion Week. Several stars graced events showcasing the latest collections. Ashlee Simpson attended the Alice + Olivia event on September 13, 2025, highlighting the brand’s new “American Woman” collection alongside Casamigos cocktails. Nicky Hilton also made an appearance at the same event, adding to the star power.
The fashion world also celebrated its own at The Daily Front Row’s 12th Annual Fashion Media Awards on September 12, 2025, held at the Rainbow Room in Rockefeller Plaza. Machine Gun Kelly and his daughter, Casie Colson Baker, were in attendance, as were fashion icons Iman and Christy Turlington.
Beyond the runways, Dakota Johnson turned heads on September 11, 2025, at the Kering Foundation’s event, opting for a daring sheer long-sleeve dress. Naomi Watts, meanwhile, showcased a classic look on the same day, sporting an iconic Lands’ End monogrammed cashmere cardigan while walking her dog in the city.
Raising Cane’s Takes Center Stage
Surprisingly, Raising Cane’s emerged as a frequent backdrop for celebrity encounters. The brand hosted a brunch during the US Open on September 6, 2025, attracting Jessica Alba and Danny Ramirez. Later in the week, on September 7, 2025, Emma Roberts was spotted enjoying the atmosphere at Raising Cane’s owner-founder Todd Graves’ US Open suite.
The connection didn’t stop there. Cardi B was photographed with a basket of Raising Cane’s fried chicken after her performance at Graves’ US Open afterparty at Chez Margaux, demonstrating a clear affinity for the brand. Even TikTok star Livvy Dunne was seen enjoying the fast food chain’s offerings at their New York Fashion Week show on September 10, 2025.
Gala Nights & Award Shows
The social calendar also included several high-profile galas and award shows. The 11th Annual Oceana New York Gala at the Rainbow Room on September 9, 2025, drew a sophisticated crowd, including Ted Danson and Mary Steenburgen, as well as Laura Dern.
The MTV Video Music Awards on September 7, 2025, at UBS Arena in Elmont, New York, saw Love Island couple Olandria Carthen and Nic Vansteenberghe enjoying Bacardi cocktails.
West Coast & Beyond
The celebrity circuit wasn’t limited to the East Coast. Charlize Theron enjoyed a day at Disneyland in Anaheim, California, on September 6, 2025, while Farrah Abraham was spotted stretching on the beach in Los Angeles on September 5, 2025. Noah Schnapp, star of Stranger Things, celebrated the 30th anniversary of the “got milk?” campaign in Los Angeles on September 9, 2025, posing with a poster featuring his #gotmilk30 portrait.
Other Notable Sightings
Rounding out the celebrity sightings, Meredith Marks and her son, Brooks Marks, attended the Glance Fashion Week Immersive Pop-Up event in New York City on September 12, 2025. Candice Swanepoel and Amelia Gray Hamlin shared an affectionate moment with The Lions founder, Ali Kavoussi, at the ALO Bag Collection release party in collaboration with Vogue on September 9, 2025. Finally, Lexi Wood celebrated her collaboration with Hanky Panky at an exclusive launch party in New York City on the same day.
The diverse range of events and locations underscores the busy schedules and varied interests of today’s celebrities, offering a glimpse into their lives beyond the screen.
