The renowned art figure and former wife of Roman Abramovich shared vibrant moments from the gallery opening in Los Angeles on her Instagram, where she was surrounded by global stars.
Dasha Zhukova, a 44-year-old art figure and former wife of Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich, made a splash in public in Los Angeles. She chose a striking total black look: a black backless dress and elegant heeled mules. She shared her new photos from the event on her personal Instagram blog.
In the photos, Dasha is captured at the grand opening of the David Geffen Gallery, located in the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. Among her companions were notable figures such as Mexican architect Frida Escobedo and billionaire David Geffen himself. The photographs also feature Swiss architect Peter Zumthor, former president of the Ford Foundation Darren Walker, and society journalist Derek Blasberg, as well as other well-known guests.
Frida Escobedo and Dasha Zhukova.
David Geffen and Dasha Zhukova with a guest.
Dasha Zhukova, David Geffen, Derek Blasberg, Darren Walker and a guest.
Among other celebrities spotted at this landmark event were Sharon Stone in a daring "nude" dress and Heidi Klum, who attended with her son. Eva Longoria and many other famous personalities were also present at the opening.
Connection to the Art World
Dasha Zhukova is inextricably linked to the art world, as evidenced by her significant achievements. In 2008, she became the founder of the famous Moscow museum "Garage."
In 2023, Zhukova successfully completed her studies at New York University, earning a master's degree in art history. In 2025, Dasha launched her own development brand, Ray.
The goal of this ambitious project is to harmoniously integrate art into everyday life and to fill cultural gaps in modern urban developments.
Personal Life and Family
Since 2019, Dasha Zhukova has been married to Stavros Niarchos, the heir to a Greek billionaire. The couple resides in New York and raises three children.
In Russia, her name is often associated with her former marriage to oligarch Roman Abramovich. Their union lasted ten years, ending in divorce in 2018.
From this marriage, Dasha Zhukova has a son, Aaron, and a daughter, Leah.
In 2024, another significant event occurred in the family: Dasha Zhukova's 69-year-old mother, Elena, got married. Her chosen partner is 95-year-old billionaire and media mogul Rupert Murdoch.
Previously, Elena Zhukova was married to Russian businessman Alexander Zhukov.
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