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6 Best Beauty Looks From The 2017 Tony Awards

No awards show is more show-stopping than the Tony's and this year, we weren't surprised to see our favorite performers bring their beauty A-game to the red carpet. From Cynthia Erivo's regal headwrap to Condola Rashad's golden ponytail, these are the 6 hair and makeup moments we're still thinking about. 
These Ladies Brought Their Beauty A-Game To The 2017 Tony Awards
Jemal Countess
By Nikki Brown · Updated October 26, 2020
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01
Denée Benton

The Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 actress–who was nominated in the “Best Leading Actress in a Musical” category–made her Tony’s debut in a head full of kinky curls (styled by Vernon Francois) and a hint of emerald green shadow. 

These Ladies Brought Their Beauty A-Game To The 2017 Tony Awards
Kevin Mazur
02
Cynthia Erivo

Before her “New York, New York” performance with Leslie Odom, the Tony Award winner lit up the red carpet with her megawatt smile and regal headwrap, styled by celebrity hairstylist Vernon Francois. 

These Ladies Brought Their Beauty A-Game To The 2017 Tony Awards
Walter McBride
03
Condola Rashad

The “Best Featured Actress in a Play” nominee (A Doll’s House, Part 2) took our breath away with her clean makeup look, but we’re especially in love with her hairdo. 

These Ladies Brought Their Beauty A-Game To The 2017 Tony Awards
Walter McBride
04
Condola Rashad

The do, styled by celebrity hairstylist Lacy Redway, is a lengthy ponytail accessorized with gold wire throughout. Simply exquisite and totally weather-proof for the summer heat! 

These Ladies Brought Their Beauty A-Game To The 2017 Tony Awards
Dimitrios Kambouris
05
Patina Miller

With her pregnancy glow in tow, the actress and singer looked absolutely radiant on the red carpet in wavy locks and pretty pink lipstick. 

These Ladies Brought Their Beauty A-Game To The 2017 Tony Awards
Walter McBride
06
Michelle Wilson

The “Best Actress in a Featured Role in a Play” nominee (Sweat) transformed into a siren for her big night. You can never go wrong with a red lipstick! 

These Ladies Brought Their Beauty A-Game To The 2017 Tony Awards
Walter McBride
07
Alek Wek

The Sudanese model is the queen of effortless beauty and last night was no exception. 

These Ladies Brought Their Beauty A-Game To The 2017 Tony Awards
Jemal Countess
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