Athina Onassis made a rare public appearance at the Friends of the Pompidou Center dinner, held on March 11, 2025, in Paris. The granddaughter of Aristotle Onassis attended the prestigious event, organized to celebrate the expansion of the museum’s collections from 1977 to the present.

The evening followed a strict formal dress code with a strong 1970s influence and was co-chaired by Florian de Saint-Pierre and Suzanne Deal Booth. It brought together leading figures from the world of art and culture. Onassis’s presence drew significant attention, as she typically avoids public appearances and maintains a low profile. The event concluded with a special musical performance curated by Jean-Charles de Castelbajac.

See the photo shared by the official Amis du Centre Pompidou page.

About the Amis du Centre Pompidou

The Friends of the Pompidou Center is a philanthropic association dedicated to enriching and promoting the collections of the National Museum of Modern Art in Paris. Founded in 1903 as the Société des Amis du Musée du Luxembourg, it was renamed Société des Amis du Musée National d’Art Moderne in 1947 and took its current name in 2017.

The association includes art enthusiasts, collectors, artists, and entrepreneurs who contribute through donations, events, and initiatives aimed at supporting and expanding the museum. It organizes exclusive gatherings, such as the annual Gala Dinner, exhibition visits, and private meetings with artists. Additionally, specialized acquisition and research committees, like the Photography Acquisition Group and the Design Acquisition Group, work to enhance the museum’s collections in specific fields.

Overall, the Amis du Centre Pompidou plays a crucial role in supporting and promoting contemporary art, strengthening the museum’s collections and activities.