ESPN senior NFL analyst Mina Kimes turned heads at the 2026 Gold Gala in Los Angeles.
The 40-year-old arrived at The Music Center on Saturday, looking regal in a floral-inspired black dress accented with bold red and pink accents.
Kimes’ form-fitting dress featured a strapless sweetheart neckline with detached off-shoulder sleeves. It has a high front slit that adds a dramatic and elegant touch. The veteran sportscaster capped off her look with metallic strappy high heels and minimal jewelry.
Kimes brought elegance and confidence to one of the most prestigious Asian Pacific cultural events of the year. She shared her standout ensemble on Instagram.
“Always a lovely time at the Gold Gala ✨” she captioned the post.
Gold House unites and promotes creatives of Asian and Pacific Islander descent. The organization gathered over 650 leaders from across industries to honor the 2026 Gold100 List, celebrating the year’s most impactful cultural figures.
Kimes has established herself as one of ESPN’s most respected female voices in football.
The Yale graduate built her foundation as an award-winning investigative journalist at Fortune and Bloomberg before ESPN came calling in 2014.
In 2020, ESPN named her an NFL analyst for its relaunched “NFL Live,” and she never looked back.
Kimes is a woman of many talents. The Emmy Award-winning analyst also serves as a senior writer, podcast host and television contributor across “NFL Live,” “First Take,” “Get Up” and “Around the Horn.” Her impact extends beyond the broadcast.
On the field or off it, Kimes continues to make her presence felt. As the 2026 NFL season approaches, she remains one of the most trusted and compelling voices the sport has to offer.
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This story was originally published by Athlon Sports on May 12, 2026, where it first appeared in the Entertainment section. Add Athlon Sports as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
