The annual Gold Gala (or as the non-profit Gold House informally calls, the “Asian Pacific Met Gala”) celebrates the top 100 Asian Pacific leaders who have had a profound impact on culture and society. Held during AAPI Heritage Month, the glitzy 2024 affair honored Lucy Liu, the Emmy award-winning cast of Beef, and rapper Saweetie among other stars who are significantly pushing boundaries for diversity and representation in sectors like film, fashion, music and technology. CNN interviews celebrities on the red carpet as they reflect on the most transformative moments for the Asian community over the past year.