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Home · Emmys

Behold, The Best Beauty Moments From The 2016 Emmys

As expected, the 2016 Primetime Emmy Awards red carpet is filled to the brim with black girl magic. Tracee Ellis Ross, Taraji P. Henson and Kerry Washington continue their winning streak in the beauty department, alongside a slew of other brown beauties. Behold, all of the award-winning hair and makeup looks from tonight's show.   
By Nikki Brown · Updated October 26, 2020
01
Kerry Washington

We cannot get over the Emmy nominee’s textured mane. Anyone else getting throwback Donna Summer vibes?

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Tracee Ellis Ross

The Blackish star slicked back her signature curls and wore minimal makeup for the big night. 

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Angela Bassett

Per usual, the movie and television star is beauty perfection on the red carpet. 

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Regina King

The American Crime star flaunts a lob and classic eyeliner look for this year’s ceremony. 

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Viola Davis

Viola Davis’ berry lipstick and silver shadow are a winning combo. 

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Niecy Nash

Niecy Nash pairs her custom Siriano with an equally stylish bob. 

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Laverne Cox

Laverne Cox is a golden goddess. From the bombshell hair to the gold eyeshadow, we’re obsessed! 

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Yara Shahidi

The Blackish star rocks a shimmery eye and her natural curls on the primetime red carpet. 

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Porsha Williams

Porsha’s bone straight locks made for a standout hair moment. 

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Priyanka Chopra

Chopra’s red hot lipstick deserves its own award tonight. 

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Zuri Hall

The TV host sexy smoky eye is fall makeup goals. 

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Angel Parker

Angel Parker’s textured bob is a beauty hit on the Emmys red carpet. 

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13
Rachel Smith

We’re completely obsessed with Rachel’s berry-tinged lipstick. 

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Alia Shawkat

Shawkat opts for minimal makeup so her gorgeous freckles can flourish. Love! 

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