How A-Listers Celebrated New Year’s Eve 2023 In The Region And Beyond
From Nancy Ajram to Paris Hilton, here’s how stars from the region and beyond celebrated the arrival of the New Year
New Year’s Eve, a kaleidoscope of emotions and reflections, ushers in the transition from the old to the new with contagious excitement. As the clock ticks towards midnight, a global symphony of jubilation unfolds, marked by shimmering fireworks and joyous cheers.
Whether celebrated in intimate gatherings or lively festivities, New Year’s Eve encapsulates a collective spirit of renewal. This year, several A-listers from the region and beyond took to Instagram to share highlights of their New Year’s Eve 2023 celebrations.
How A-Listers Celebrated New Year’s Eve 2023 In The Region And Beyond
Nancy Ajram
Joining fellow mega-stars Elissa, Ahlam, Assala, Angham, and Asmaa Al-Mnawar, Nancy Ajram dazzled audiences with a spectacular performance at Arab Stars Night, a unique New Year’s Eve concert held at the Mohamed Abdo Theatre in Riyadh. The Lebanese singer additionally posted a sentimental Instagram reel—which swiftly went viral across various social media platforms—to commemorate the arrival of 2024.
Paris Hilton
Paris Hilton, our former cover star, rang in the New Year in the most Paris Hilton way possible. Donning a sequin pink number, the successful entrepreneur took to Instagram to say she is “Get in losers, we’re #Sliving into the New Year ?.”
Najwa Karam
Alongside fellow musical icons Sherine and Georges Wassouf, the Lashhad Hobbak singer electrified audiences at the Moments Events New Year’s Eve concert held at the Festival Arena Dubai. “There is no one, I would rather celebrate this night with more than…you,” writes Najwa in a sentimental caption on Instagram.
Alia Bhatt
Bollywood superstar Alia Bhatt rang in the New Year on an island with her loved ones. From the images shared on her Instagram page, it seems like our former cover star surely brought in 2024 in the most wholesome way.
Cyrine Abdelnour
The renowned Lebanese singer and actor took to Instagram to wish her followers a joyous New Year, encouraging them to “take a deep breath and start again.” Cyrine additionally promoted Wella Arabia’s Koleston Intense, inviting fans to discover their signature hair colour for 2024.
Karen Wazen
In celebration of the New Year, the trailblazing influencer and entrepreneur took to Instagram to honour her team’s various accomplishments over the past year. “This year has been one of growth, awakening and appreciation,” reads the caption. Featuring Angelina Jolie, her husband, her beloved children as well as countless fantastic business achievements, Karen’s carrousel inspires followers to chase their dreams.
Mariah Carey
The singer spent New Year’s Eve surrounded by friends and family. But perhaps the most memorable moment of the night for her and her fans was when she decided to take a swim while dressed in a lovely evening gown. Why? Because she can.
Laila Eloui
In celebration of 2024, the Egyptian icon wished her audience “a sweet year full of goodness, happiness, love and peace” in a sentimental Instagram video and caption.
Sabrina Carpenter
The singer had a fabulous year, taking over headlines, breaking records and touring with mega popstar Taylor Swift. So, it’s no surprise she decided to end the year with a bang with a performance for the Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve.
Dua Lipa
It seems like the singer took the advice of her latest hit Houdini and disappeared to India for the last week of the year. The artist looks happy and radiant amongst family as they wish everyone a Happy New Year from Jaipur.
Lindsay Lohan
The actress took it simple this year, choosing to spend New Year’s Eve with her husband as they watched the celebrations on Burj Khalifa.
David and Victoria Beckham
The couple spent their afternoon with in-laws and their evening with their kids. They took to Instagram to wish everyone a happy year and to tag in their eldest son Brooklyn Beckham, and his wife Nicola Peltz Beckham who were unable to make it.
Beyoncé
The queen opted to end the year with a post sharing an amazing outfit and festive nails. While there’s no caption to her post, do we really need one?!
Lead image courtesy of Instagram/ @nancyajram and @cyrineanour