Zac Efron made his first public appearance since a swimming pool incident that led to hospitalization, attending the amfAR Gala during the 81st Venice International Film Festival on September 1. Dressed in an all-black outfit, he mingled with celebrities like Richard Gere, who received the Award of Inspiration that night. Efron had suffered a 'minor swimming incident' in Ibiza on August 2, where he ingested water into his lungs after hitting the pool bottom, prompting a precautionary hospital visit. Fortunately, medical examinations confirmed he was fine, and he reassured fans via Instagram shortly after, stating he was 'happy and healthy.' The gala, hosted by Kate Beckinsale, also honored Antonio Banderas and included performances by Kelly Rowland and Rumer Willis.