Kate Beckinsale returns to red carpet for first time since hospitalization for mystery illness: Actress wears thigh-baring gown and six-inch platforms to mingle with A-list at King's Trust Gala

Kate Beckinsale put on a breathtaking display in a stunning gown as she attended the star-studded, King's Trust 2024 Global Gala in New York City on Thursday. Kate Beckinsale, 50, put on a breathtaking display in a stunning gown as she attended the star-studded, King's Trust 2024 Global Gala in New York City on Thursday The star wowed in a one-shoulder, white dress that was made of a layered, shimmering organza material the flowed down towards the ground on her left side She accessorized the gown by adding a pair of dangly, sparkling earrings as well as a chunky ring on her right hand. At the time, Kate uploaded tearful selfies to her main Instagram page while also paying a tribute to her mother in celebration of Mother's day in the U.K. A cutout could be seen on the right portion of the eye-catching outfit that offered a sultry flare to the look Beckinsale additionally flaunted her toned legs by slipping into a pair of open-toed, white platform heels that were secured with thin straps that wrapped around her ankles Her brunette locks were swept up into a chic up do, allowing loose wavy strands to border the sides of face. A black ribbon was tied into a bow on top of her head for a stylish touch Kate's makeup was glammed up for the evening, and comprised of a layer of mascara to her lashes as well as a smoky shadow around her eyes A warm blush and contour was added to better accentuate her cheekbones, while a glossy, nude-colored tint was worn on her lips for a finishing touch Kate was Beckinsale easily carried a small, glittering green clutch in her hand to hold a few items she needed during the festivities Her outing marks her first red carpet appearance since being hospitalized in March for an undisclosed illness She soon gave an update her fans as she uploaded additional photos of herself resting in a hospital bed with her pet cat which the star captioned as 'visitor.' At the time, Kate uploaded tearful selfies to her main Instagram page while also paying a tribute to her mother in celebration of Mother's day in the U.K. Kate - whose stepfather Roy Battersby passed away earlier this year in January - also uploaded another snap with her Pomeranian named Myf Kate - who didn't disclose her mysterious health ailment - later hit back at a troll who claimed that her pup would die following the hospital visit The Total Recall actress added, 'You wanted me to feel pain.