Julia Roberts turned heads at the Kennedy Center Honors event in Washington, DC, by wearing a custom-designed gown covered in photos of her close friend George Clooney. The Moschino creation, crafted by Jeremy Scott, featured images from Clooney’s career, including his time on “ER” and a polka-dot cover for W Magazine’s December 2013 art issue. Roberts paired the dress with a cropped black blazer and silver jewelry. Clooney, honored for his acting career and philanthropy, shared a special bond with Roberts since they first met on the set of “Ocean’s Eleven” in 2001.

The actress and Clooney, known for their playful dynamic, recently co-starred in the 2022 romantic comedy “Ticket to Paradise.” Despite Roberts’ humorous approach, Clooney praised her as an “amazing mother, an amazing wife, and a great, great friend.” The Kennedy Center event also celebrated other honorees, including Gladys Knight, Amy Grant, Tania León, and U2 band members. Earlier, Roberts sported a sleek black outfit at a reception hosted by President Joe Biden. The actress’s stylist, Elizabeth Stewart, confirmed the custom gown’s origin but did not provide further details. Representatives for Roberts and Stewart have not responded to inquiries about the distinctive ensemble.