A glimpse of Sansa Stark, Burna Boy, and other stars on the night of the Ballon d’Or

The Ballon d’Or ceremony was a vibrant gathering of football stars. However, this glamorous event in London drew attention not only for its footballers but also for celebrities from the worlds of music, acting, and entertainment. From the red carpet to the main stage, stars were present everywhere.

British actress Sophie Turner was a major focal point. Known globally for her role as ‘Sansa Stark’ in the hit TV series *Game of Thrones*, she added an extra layer of allure to the Ballon d’Or ceremony.

Stars from the worlds of music and entertainment

Popular Nigerian rapper Burna Boy and British singer Jorja Smith were in attendance, transforming the football awards ceremony into a hub for stars from the music and entertainment industries.

The event was hosted by French football legend Thierry Henry and British football presenter Kate Scott. Kate Scott was accompanied by her husband, former boxer Malik Scott. German model Caroline Daur was also present.

Representatives from women’s football

The presence of representatives from women’s football was also notable. Scarlett Camberos, a forward for the Mexican women’s national team, attended the event; she was among the contenders for this year’s Women’s Ballon d’Or.

Players from the Chelsea women’s team were also in the spotlight. Their presence served as a reminder that stars of women’s football have become a major attraction in the global sporting landscape.

A gathering of football stars

The event featured Brazilian legend Ronaldo Nazário and former English star Michael Owen. Ousmane Dembélé, a winner of the Ballon d’Or in a previous year, was also spotted at the ceremony.

Young Barcelona star Lamine Yamal arrived accompanied by his girlfriend. Bayern Munich’s English striker Harry Kane was present, accompanied by his wife. Spanish football star Alexia Putellas was seen holding the Women’s Ballon d’Or trophy.

All in all, the Ballon d’Or night was not limited to a celebration of the football world’s biggest stars alone. The presence of well-known figures from the realms of acting, music, fashion, and women’s football added an extra layer of vibrancy to the event.

Source: Prothom Alo