The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge along with stylist A-listers like Jennifer Lopez, Nicole Kidman, Jennifer Garner and Blake Lively gathered at Belasco Theatre on Saturday, July 9, 2011 to attend the BAFTA Brits to Watch Gala, an event to honor 42 British professionals.
Prince William, current president of the BAFTA, gave a speech to pay tribute and support those in attendance.
On the occasion, people particularly directed attention to the meeting between Jennifer Lopez, PEOPLE's 2011 Most Beautiful Woman, and Prince William’s wife, who was ranked No. 26 in the 2011 Maxim Hot 100 List. The royal couple had a short, intimate talk with “On the Floor” star and her mother.
Now, let's take some impressive photos of how celebrities got glamour at the BAFTA Gala.
Jennifer Lopez

"On The Floor" star Jennifer Lopez wears an abs-revealing Emilio Pucci gown, and completes her look with a Lena Erziak clutch, Brumani earrings and rings by Amrapali and Le Vian to attend the British Academy of Film and Television Arts "Brits to Watch" gala (BAFTA Brits to Watch Gala)

Lopez meets Prince William and Kate
The Duchess of Cambridge

Kate looks stunning and feminine in a lilac Alexander McQueen creation, Jimmy Choo sandals and clutch, plus earrings borrowed from the Queen. She attends the event along with her husband, Prince William
Jennifer Garner

In a dramatic, draped blue Yves Saint Laurent gown, accessorized with David Webb gems, Lanvin clutch and Casadei platforms, Jennifer Garner looks fabulous to attend the BAFTA Brits to Watch Gala
Elizabeth Banks

New mom Banks wearing an attractive, slit-to-there Versace creation, highlighted with gold Medusa buttons and Neil Lane jewelry walks on the red carpet of the BAFTA Brits to Watch Gala
Zooey Deschanel

The “New Girl” star Zooey Deschanel wears a platinum-hued, silk organza dress by Oscar de la Renta
Nichole Kidman

Wearing an ice-blue, custom Elie Saab gown, Cathy Waterman green tourmaline earrings and Salvatore Ferragamo clutch, Nicole Kidman shares a tablet with Prince William and his wife during the dinner party
Maria Bello

In a shimmering Donna Karan dress, Rene Caovilla heels and jewelry by Vram for Gray Gallery, Maria Bello appears at the BAFTA gala
Kristin Chenoweth

In a patterned frock by BCBG Max Azria, Kristin Chenoweth poses on the red carpet
Blake Lively

“Gossip Girl” star Blake Lively wears a light blue, lace-embroidered gown by Marchesa and Lorraine Schwartz baubles to attend the BAFTA Brits to Watch Gala
Rita Wilson

Mrs. Tom Hanks, who met the Queen in May, meets the younger royals in a sparkly, cap-sleeved gown
2011 BAFTA Gala: Superstars Get Glamour for Duke & Duchess of Cambridge
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2011 BAFTA Gala: Superstars Get Glamour for Duke & Duchess of Cambridge