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15 Throwback Photos That Prove Angela Bassett Has Always Been Flawless

After being blessed with Angela Bassett's magnificent presence at the 2016 Emmy Awards we began to reminisce about the many times she's slayed the red carpet. In addition to being the eptiome of #blackgirlmagic, we've got proof that Angela has always been an absolute style godess! 
By Dominique Hobdy · Updated October 26, 2020
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Angela Bassett Style

1995: Angela better serve this printed velvet moment!

15 Throwback Photos That Prove Angela Bassett Has Always Been Flawless
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Angela Bassett Style

1995: Angela would be right on point with the embellished trend in this look.

15 Throwback Photos That Prove Angela Bassett Has Always Been Flawless
Ron Galella
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Angela Bassett Style

1995: Loving this chic lace look!

15 Throwback Photos That Prove Angela Bassett Has Always Been Flawless
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Angela Bassett Style

1996: Giving major princess vibes.

15 Throwback Photos That Prove Angela Bassett Has Always Been Flawless
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Angela Bassett Style

1996: The perfect black dress never goes out of style.

15 Throwback Photos That Prove Angela Bassett Has Always Been Flawless
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Angela Bassett Style

1997: We’re here for this classic floral moment.

15 Throwback Photos That Prove Angela Bassett Has Always Been Flawless
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Angela Bassett Style

1998: This slick sea-green frock is fierce!

15 Throwback Photos That Prove Angela Bassett Has Always Been Flawless
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Angela Bassett Style

1998: Angela gives us a dramatic yet romantic look with this dress.

15 Throwback Photos That Prove Angela Bassett Has Always Been Flawless
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Angela Bassett Style

2000: Yes to this sheer situation! Love!

15 Throwback Photos That Prove Angela Bassett Has Always Been Flawless
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Angela Bassett Style

2001: How chic is this slip dress with lace detailing?

15 Throwback Photos That Prove Angela Bassett Has Always Been Flawless
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Angela Bassett Style

2002: Looking flawless in all white.

15 Throwback Photos That Prove Angela Bassett Has Always Been Flawless
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Angela Bassett Style

2002: Do you all see this sheer embellished panel?!! Angela is killing it!

15 Throwback Photos That Prove Angela Bassett Has Always Been Flawless
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Angela Bassett Style

2002: Come through with the printed jumpsuit!!

15 Throwback Photos That Prove Angela Bassett Has Always Been Flawless
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Angela Bassett Style

2002: Looking effortlessly flawless in a floral number.

15 Throwback Photos That Prove Angela Bassett Has Always Been Flawless
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Angela Bassett Style

2002: Our point has been proven. Angela Bassett has always been flawless.

15 Throwback Photos That Prove Angela Bassett Has Always Been Flawless
Ron Galella
TOPICS:  Angela Bassett