Alicia Keys - Clive Davis 2012 Pre-Grammy gala



Alicia Keysand husband Swizz Beatz attended the Clive Davis and the Recording Academy’s 2012 Pre-GRAMMY Gala and Salute to Industry Icons Honoring Richard Branson held at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on Saturday (February 11) in Beverly Hills, California.
The 31-year-old singer took the stage in a white military inspired jacket, black tuxedo pants, black peep-toe pumps and diamond stud earrings.
The mood of the Clive Davis and the Recording Academy’s 2012 Pre-GRAMMY gala and salute to industry icons honoring Richard Branson fête totally changed with the horrible news of Whitney Houston passing away earlier today. Artists and friends spoke of Houston’s talent and her friendship at the event. Whitney’s mentor and friend, Clive Davis, 79-year-old Chief Creative Officer of Sony Music Entertainment came out and said some nice words about Whitney and then held a moment of silence before dedicating the night to her.
Sanaa Lathan in Julian Joyce - Clive Davis 2012 Pre-Grammy gala

Sanaa Lathan attended the Clive Davis and the Recording Academy’s 2012 Pre-GRAMMY Gala and Salute to Industry Icons Honoring Richard Branson held at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on Saturday (February 11) in Beverly Hills, California.
The Contagion actress, 40, wore a sleeveless black sequined Julian Joyce by Mandalay mini cocktail dress with a plunging neckline and laced bodice detailing. The sexy LBD dress was accessorized with long earrings, diamond encrusted bracelet, black clutch and patent black platform pumps.
The mood of the Clive Davis and the Recording Academy’s 2012 Pre-GRAMMY gala and salute to industry icons honoring Richard Branson fête totally changed with the horrible news of Whitney Houston passing away earlier today. Artists and friends spoke of Houston’s talent and her friendship at the event. Whitney’s mentor and friend, Clive Davis, 79-year-old Chief Creative Officer of Sony Music Entertainment came out and said some nice words about Whitney and then held a moment of silence before dedicating the night to her.
Kelly Rowland - Clive Davis 2012 Pre-Grammy gala




Kelly Rowland attended the Clive Davis and the Recording Academy’s 2012 Pre-GRAMMY Gala and Salute to Industry Icons Honoring Richard Branson held at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on Saturday (February 11) in Beverly Hills, California.
The 28-year-old singer chose a long sleeve blue green sequined floor length gown with sexy cutout back.
The mood of the Clive Davis and the Recording Academy’s 2012 Pre-GRAMMY gala and salute to industry icons honoring Richard Branson fête totally changed with the horrible news of Whitney Houston passing away earlier today. Artists and friends spoke of Houston’s talent and her friendship at the event. Whitney’s mentor and friend, Clive Davis, 79-year-old Chief Creative Officer of Sony Music Entertainment came out and said some nice words about Whitney and then held a moment of silence before dedicating the night to her.
Gladys Knight - Clive Davis 2012 Pre-Grammy gala




Gladys Knight attended the Clive Davis and the Recording Academy’s 2012 Pre-GRAMMY Gala and Salute to Industry Icons Honoring Richard Branson held at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on Saturday (February 11) in Beverly Hills, California.
The legendary singer wore a long sleeve blue floor length gown with beaded embellishment that runs down the center of the dress with ruching gathering details. The dress was accessorized with matching statement earrings.
The mood of the Clive Davis and the Recording Academy’s 2012 Pre-GRAMMY gala and salute to industry icons honoring Richard Branson fête totally changed with the horrible news of Whitney Houston passing away earlier today. Artists and friends spoke of Houston’s talent and her friendship at the event. Whitney’s mentor and friend, Clive Davis, 79-year-old Chief Creative Officer of Sony Music Entertainment came out and said some nice words about Whitney and then held a moment of silence before dedicating the night to her.
Shaun Robinson – Clive Davis 2012 Pre-Grammy gala


Shaun Robinson attended the Clive Davis and the Recording Academy’s 2012 Pre-GRAMMY Gala and Salute to Industry Icons Honoring Richard Branson held at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on Saturday (February 11) in Beverly Hills, California.
The TV personality opted for a black sequin embellished cocktail dress with diamond hoop earrings, diamond cocktail ring, black clutch and black peep-toe pumps.
The mood of the Clive Davis and the Recording Academy’s 2012 Pre-GRAMMY gala and salute to industry icons honoring Richard Branson fête totally changed with the horrible news of Whitney Houston passing away earlier today. Artists and friends spoke of Houston’s talent and her friendship at the event. Whitney’s mentor and friend, Clive Davis, 79-year-old Chief Creative Officer of Sony Music Entertainment came out and said some nice words about Whitney and then held a moment of silence before dedicating the night to her.
Gayle King - Clive Davis 2012 Pre-Grammy gala





Gayle King attended the Clive Davis and the Recording Academy’s 2012 Pre-GRAMMY Gala and Salute to Industry Icons Honoring Richard Branson held at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on Saturday (February 11) in Beverly Hills, California.
Oprah’s BFF opted for a sleeveless tan floor length gown with side gathering. The dress was accessorized with gold earrings, bold statement necklace, gold watch, snakeskin bracelet, python print clutch and heels.
The mood of the Clive Davis and the Recording Academy’s 2012 Pre-GRAMMY gala and salute to industry icons honoring Richard Branson fête totally changed with the horrible news of Whitney Houston passing away earlier today. Artists and friends spoke of Houston’s talent and her friendship at the event. Whitney’s mentor and friend, Clive Davis, 79-year-old Chief Creative Officer of Sony Music Entertainment came out and said some nice words about Whitney and then held a moment of silence before dedicating the night to her.
Serena Williams in Dolce & Gabbana – Clive Davis 2012 Pre-Grammy gala


Serena Williams attended the Clive Davis and the Recording Academy’s 2012 Pre-GRAMMY Gala and Salute to Industry Icons Honoring Richard Branson held at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on Saturday (February 11) in Beverly Hills, California.
The 30-year-old tennis star wore a strapless green Dolce & Gabbana floor length gown. The dress was accessorized with diamond XIV disc earrings, stacked XIV bracelets, XIV cocktail ring and Giuseppe Zanotti heels.
The mood of the Clive Davis and the Recording Academy’s 2012 Pre-GRAMMY gala and salute to industry icons honoring Richard Branson fête totally changed with the horrible news of Whitney Houston passing away earlier today. Artists and friends spoke of Houston’s talent and her friendship at the event. Whitney’s mentor and friend, Clive Davis, 79-year-old Chief Creative Officer of Sony Music Entertainment came out and said some nice words about Whitney and then held a moment of silence before dedicating the night to her.
Amber Rose - Clive Davis 2012 Pre-Grammy gala



Amber Rose attended the Clive Davis and the Recording Academy’s 2012 Pre-GRAMMY Gala and Salute to Industry Icons Honoring Richard Branson held at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on Saturday (February 11) in Beverly Hills, California.
The 28-year-old model wore a one-shoulder leopard print floor length gown that featured a high side slit. The dress was accessorized with drop earrings, gold bracelet and black strappy sandals.
The mood of the Clive Davis and the Recording Academy’s 2012 Pre-GRAMMY gala and salute to industry icons honoring Richard Branson fête totally changed with the horrible news of Whitney Houston passing away earlier today. Artists and friends spoke of Houston’s talent and her friendship at the event. Whitney’s mentor and friend, Clive Davis, 79-year-old Chief Creative Officer of Sony Music Entertainment came out and said some nice words about Whitney and then held a moment of silence before dedicating the night to her.
Miranda Lambert in Atelier Pavoni - Clive Davis 2012 Pre-Grammy gala





Miranda Lambert and husband Blake Shelton walks the red carpet at Clive Davis and the Recording Academy’s 2012 Pre-GRAMMY Gala and Salute to Industry Icons Honoring Richard Branson held at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on Saturday (February 11) in Beverly Hills, California.
The 28-year-old Country singer chose a sexy long-sleeve black beaded lace Atelier Pavoni Resort 2012 Collection mini dress featuring a crew-neck and raw-edge hem. The frock was accessorized with large silver earrings, statement cocktail rings, black glittering VBH clutch and black platform sandals with thick ankle straps.
The mood of the Clive Davis and the Recording Academy’s 2012 Pre-GRAMMY gala and salute to industry icons honoring Richard Branson fête totally changed with the horrible news of Whitney Houston passing away earlier today. Artists and friends spoke of Houston’s talent and her friendship at the event. Whitney’s mentor and friend, Clive Davis, 79-year-old Chief Creative Officer of Sony Music Entertainment came out and said some nice words about Whitney and then held a moment of silence before dedicating the night to her.
Toni Braxton in Marc Bouwer - Clive Davis 2012 Pre-Grammy gala






Toni Braxton walks the red carpet at Clive Davis and the Recording Academy’s 2012 Pre-GRAMMY Gala and Salute to Industry Icons Honoring Richard Branson held at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on Saturday (February 11) in Beverly Hills, California.
The 44-year-old singer opted for a silver and black sequin embellished animal print Marc Bouwer Fall 2010 floor length gown with a cutout back.
The mood of the Clive Davis and the Recording Academy’s 2012 Pre-GRAMMY gala and salute to industry icons honoring Richard Branson fête totally changed with the horrible news of Whitney Houston passing away earlier today. Artists and friends spoke of Houston’s talent and her friendship at the event. Whitney’s mentor and friend, Clive Davis, 79-year-old Chief Creative Officer of Sony Music Entertainment came out and said some nice words about Whitney and then held a moment of silence before dedicating the night to her.