Black Stars Who Slayed at the 97th Academy Awards

Black Hollywood dominated the 97th Academy Awards red carpet, serving several head-turning fashion moments. From bold silhouettes to shimmering couture, these stars brought style and sophistication. Tap in to see the night’s most show-stopping looks!

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Halle Berry stunned in a dazzling mirror mosaic gown, reflecting pure elegance and timeless beauty on the Oscars red carpet.

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Zoe Saldana's structured gown with a shimmering bodice and ruched silhouette brought a bold yet regal energy to the red carpet.

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Cynthia Erivo's sculptural velvet gown and statement nails gave us pure high-fashion drama.

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"Sing Sing" stars Clarence Maclin and John 'Divine G' Whitfield brought personality and style to the Oscars’ red carpet.

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Doja Cat brings the drama in a fierce, form-fitting leopard print gown, proving that the red carpet is her personal runway.

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Model Anok Yai stunned in a champagne-colored mermaid gown, draped in a dramatic feathered train that oozed old-Hollywood glamour with a modern twist.

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Actor Keith Powers looked dashing in a sleek black velvet tux, proving that classic elegance never goes out of style.

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Storm Reid turned heads in a dramatic red mini dress with a voluminous cape, serving high-fashion superhero energy.

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Ava DuVernay served futuristic elegance in a sculpted gray gown with bold shoulder details.

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Singer and songwriter H.E.R. looked regal in a shimmering gold gown with a structured corset bodice and rustic belt detail, giving major medieval-meets-modern couture vibes.

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Paul Tazewel's tailored ensemble, complete with a dramatic high-collared shirt and jeweled accent, exuded vintage glamour with a modern edge.

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Whoopi Goldberg made a bold statement in a futuristic, high-shine gown.

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Lupita Nyong'o's stunning white ensemble blended soft pleats and pearl embellishments for a dreamy, angelic look.

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Colman Domingo commanded everyone’s attention in a sharp red-and-black suit, serving sophistication with a bold edge.

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