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Salma Hayek Stuns In Bedazzled Green Gown For Baby2Baby Gala As She Shares Heartfelt Story About Her Mission Trip: 'It Filled Me With Purpose And Gratitude'

November 18, 2023 by Marissa Matozzo
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Salma Hayek‘s philanthropic efforts were celebrated at the annual Baby2Baby Gala last week, where fans also applauded her stunning style. The Oscar winner, 57, dazzled in a dark green sequined gown that accentuated her curves with its halter neckline and backless design, shimmering with sparkles.

The Eternals star was honored at the event held at the Pacific Design Center in West Hollywood on November 11th. Hayek received the prestigious Giving Tree Award for her efforts to support the well-being of disadvantaged children across the globe. As seen on social media, fans also thought it was a “well-deserved” recognition of the film producer’s “admirable work.”

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Salma Hayek stunning in full-length dress at Baby2Baby Gala 2023

Salma Hayek Honored At Baby2Baby Gala While She Glows In Sequined Green Gown

To complement her elegant look, Hayek donned glittery silver dangly earrings and tied her signature long raven tresses into a magnificent high ponytail, with loose curly strands framing her face. Hayek's Bottega Veneta dress was also paired with chunky silver rings, and the item boasted a chic bow at the neckline.

In an Instagram post following the star-studded gathering, Hayek expressed her gratitude for her award and for fellow human rights advocates.

"I am incredibly honored and grateful beyond words to receive this year’s Giving Tree Award at the 2023 Baby2Baby Gala," she captioned her post for her 27.4  million followers. "  

 
 
 
 
 
 
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She continued, writing: "@kellysawyer and @norahweinstein, I am in awe of your resilience, thoroughness, and hard work in creating @baby2baby, providing children living in poverty across the country with diapers, clothing, and all the basic necessities. I am also deeply grateful for your donation of 50,000 diapers you provided to the children of Acapulco who are living in the aftermath of Hurricane Otis—thank you from the bottom of my heart. that every child deserves."    

Back view of Salma Hayek's elegant dress at Baby2Baby Gala 2023

Hayek also thanked her Magic Mike's Last Dance co-star Channing Tatum, who presented the coveted award to her. "My dear friend @channingtatum, thank you for presenting me with this award (I know how much you hate doing this kind of thing, so thank you SO much)."

The Frida actress concluded her message, writing: "I promise I will continue to make it my lifetime commitment to help children across the world."

For her striking makeup look, Hayek stunned fans with smokey silver eyeshadow, black liner, voluminous lashes, rosy blush on her high cheekbones and a shiny nude lip.

"Your beauty shines from the inside to the outside! Love you!" one fan commented beneath her upload as another added: "Beautiful inside and out. Well deserved."  

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Former Senior Staff Writer

Marissa is a Brooklyn-based journalist and former senior staff writer at SheFinds, specializing in pop culture, entertainment, and lifestyle topics. She crafted engaging, SEO-driven content on celebrity style, entertainment news, beauty trends, and wellness. Her work, including red carpet coverage and features on fashion, music, film, and NYC culture, has appeared in PAPER Magazine, Paste Magazine, The Knockturnal, Bandsintown, and more. When not writing, you can find her with her nose in a great book, at an indie concert, vintage shopping or visiting the best coffeeshops in NYC.

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