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Lori Loughlin Shines at LACMA Gala After Split

4/18/2026

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Summary

Lori Loughlin's New Chapter

Lori Loughlin returned to public view at the LACMA Opening Gala on April 16, 2026, debuting a bob.
Loughlin wore a silver sequined gown with a thigh-high slit.
Olivia Jade Giannulli, 26, wore a black lace dress.
The appearance marked their first red-carpet appearance together since Lori Loughlin split from Mossimo Giannulli in October 2025.
Sources indicate Loughlin is embracing a new chapter and dating casually after her marriage's end.

History

Historical Context

The 2019 college admissions scandal, known as Operation Varsity Blues, revealed a scheme where wealthy parents, including celebrities Lori Loughlin and Felicity Huffman, paid over $25 million to secure spots for their children at elite universities through bribery and fraud. The FBI charged 50 individuals, highlighting systemic issues of privilege in education and prompting calls for reform in college admissions practices.

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Lori Loughlin's New Chapter

Lori Loughlin returned to public view at the LACMA Opening Gala on April 16, 2026, debuting a bob.
Loughlin wore a silver sequined gown with a thigh-high slit.
Olivia Jade Giannulli, 26, wore a black lace dress.
The appearance marked their first red-carpet appearance together since Lori Loughlin split from Mossimo Giannulli in October 2025.
Sources indicate Loughlin is embracing a new chapter and dating casually after her marriage's end.

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