Actress and comedian Ego Nwodim will co-chair the Whitney Museum of American Art’s annual Art Party on January 27, 2026. The event, hosted by the Whitney Contemporaries, will take place at the museum’s Gansevoort Street building and feature DJ sets by Raúl de Nieves and The Dare. Nwodim joins co-chairs including artists Martine Gutierrez and Emma Safir, as well as Whitney Contemporaries Steven Beltrani, Micaela Erlanger, and Alexander Hankin. The evening will offer after-hours gallery access, cocktails, and dancing, with proceeds supporting the Whitney’s exhibitions, education, and public programs.
The Art Party is a fixture on New York’s arts and philanthropy calendar, drawing young patrons and figures from art, fashion, and entertainment. Nwodim’s involvement bridges the museum’s contemporary art audience with mainstream pop culture, potentially expanding the Whitney’s reach. The event’s emphasis on “bold expression” and vibrant style underscores the museum’s commitment to engaging younger, diverse audiences while funding its core programming.