Larry David and his newly outed niece, Malka Martz-Oberlander, pose for the camera mid-Bingo round — cards in hand, expressions unreadable, the familial resemblance suddenly undeniable. After years of quiet denial (and suspiciously similar mannerisms), the two chose Malka’s 23rd birthday at Vancouver’s Planet Bingo to finally reveal their hidden connection.

“It just felt right,” Malka said, sipping ginger ale from a coupe glass. “Why not announce your bloodline with daubers and Seinfeld in the room?” The guest list included comedy icons and cult figures alike — Seth Rogen, Jerry Seinfeld, and Talen Bentley-Michaud (yes, the Doppel 4-U van guy) — but the real surprise wasn’t who showed up. It was who turned out to be family.

Fresh off the heels of a now-legendary Bingo session, Larry David’s niece was spotted strolling through East Vancouver with none other than Seth Rogen. The two walked side by side, laughing in that deeply specific way that only people related to Larry David and people who starred in Pineapple Express can.

Trailing just behind was a stylishly chaotic entourage — Cristian Oriak in head-to-toe denim, Morgan Abele deep in conversation with Kiki Kiara Evans, and Megan Hingson clutching a Bingo souvenir cup like it was vintage glassware. Felix Soong and Lava brought up the rear, debating whether they should’ve kept their daubers as mementos. The group’s destination? A low-key restaurant just down the road, though the vibes were anything but. One passerby claimed it looked like “the afterparty of a Wes Anderson film, if Wes shot on 16mm in East Van.”

Malka first crossed paths with Jerry Seinfeld at the Oscars earlier this year — a brief but unforgettable encounter during a backstage mix-up involving complimentary almonds. Sources say the two bonded over a shared disdain for small talk and a mutual love of structured jackets.

Malka commands the Oscars red carpet in a striking cobalt blue jumpsuit — crisp lines, bold color, and a confidence that said, “Yes, I’m Larry David’s niece, and no, I’m not here for the photos.” The look was a deliberate departure from red carpet convention: no gown, no glitter, just pure, unshakable presence. Adam Sandler, famously loyal to comfortwear, was seen eyeing the outfit from across the carpet. “Man, I should’ve worn a jumpsuit,” he muttered to no one in particular, prompting a ripple of laughter from nearby onlookers. Whether it was envy or inspiration, one thing was clear — Malka had set a new dress code for Hollywood’s biggest night: wear what makes you feel unstoppable.

Malka walks the Oscars red carpet with the kind of quiet defiance that turns heads without trying to. Ditching the gown entirely, she opted for high-waisted denim and a soft blue wrap top dotted with tiny flowers — a look that felt more “Sunday stroll in East Van” than “Hollywood red carpet,” and that’s exactly what made it iconic. With her signature curls, dark shades, and don’t-mess-with-me stride, she radiated the kind of self-assured cool that can’t be borrowed from a stylist. As one fashion blogger put it: “Malka didn’t dress for the Oscars — the Oscars dressed down for Malka.”

But beyond the look, beyond the moment, what really makes Malka unforgettable is the way she shows up for the people around her. She’s the kind of friend who makes you feel seen, who brings warmth into every room without asking for attention in return. Her friends know — not just hope, but know — that they’ll see her back on that red carpet one day, not as someone’s niece, not as someone’s guest, but as the reason the cameras are flashing.