Here’s a visual look at some of the most significant highlights that shaped the year 2024 in entertainment.
2024 Entertainment Highlights: A Year in Review
From groundbreaking music tours and blockbuster films to fashion revivals, social media trends, and heartfelt tributes, the entertainment industry in 2024 was a mix of innovation, nostalgia, and reflection.
In January, Beyoncé made headlines early in the year with Cowboy Carter, an unexpected and critically acclaimed venture into country music. Meanwhile, Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer dominated awards season, celebrated for its storytelling and artistry. At the Grammy Awards, Taylor Swift achieved a historic fourth Album of the Year win, while Pixar’s Inside Out 2 broke records as the highest-grossing animated film of all time.
Summer delivered iconic moments, with Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour becoming the first to surpass $1 billion in revenue. Oasis reunited, sparking excitement among fans, while the viral “Brat Summer” trend captured the spirit of the season on social media.
The latter half of the year was marked by reflection and loss. The entertainment world bid farewell to legends including Donald Sutherland, James Earl Jones, Maggie Smith, Quincy Jones and Liam Payne, whose contributions shaped generations of storytelling and artistry.
Here you can explore more highlights from 2024 through the IMAGO Pictures of the Year: Curated Monthly Collections.
