Ludacris' performance at Art Basel bash was halted by the fire marshal while the party itself was marked by star-studded appearances and exclusive access.
- Dec 8, 2024
AceShowbiz - Ludacris' performance was on fire - literally! Amidst an adrenaline-pumping Art Basel week in Miami, the fire marshal had to step in and shut down the star-studded event, leaving the crowd wanting more.
The exclusive bash took place at "The Real Housewives of Miami" star Lenny Hochstein's Star Island mansion. With new Art Week regulations in force, heavy police presence ensured that private home parties adhered to strict occupancy limits and noise restrictions.
However, these rules couldn't dampen the electrifying atmosphere of the party, which saw Ludacris rocking the stage with hits like "Area Codes" and "What's Your Fantasy."
About thirty minutes into his dynamic set, the fire marshal took the stage to halt the performance, much to the attendees' collective dismay. The high-profile party marked Ludacris' first time in Miami for Art Basel.
Sharing some advice for aspiring art collectors, he told Page Six exclusively, "I just started collecting art. I wanted to focus on it after focusing on real estate. You have to buy all the houses first before you get the art for them."
Among the A-listers gracing the event were "Havana" singer Camila Cabello, singer and actress Janelle Monae, DJ John Summit, and "The O.C." star Misha Barton. The extravagant bash was also adorned with the presence of other stars such as Tinx, Dale Moss, and "Food God" Jonathan Cheban.
Because of the hour-long traffic jams, many guests, including Ludacris, took an innovative approach by arriving via water, shaving off considerable travel time.
Reflecting on the vibrant atmosphere, Ludacris donned a custom $50,000 diamond Movado watch and expressed his admiration for the city's creative energy. "I love all the creative energy that comes to the city," Ludacris commented, acknowledging the inconvenience of traffic but celebrating the influx of art and creativity during the high-profile event.
Not to be overshadowed, party host Lenny Hochstein was spotted watching the festivities from a balcony above the stage, enjoying the company of his ex-fianceé Katharina Mazepa. The pair were seen getting cozy at multiple Art Basel parties throughout the week.
Their PDA came after the pair celebrated Thanksgiving together. The surgeoun, who finalized his divorce from "RHOM" star Lisa Hochstein in November, posted on Instagram with caption, "Happy thanksgiving from St. Barths. Forever grateful for this one @katharinanahlik."
