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Red Carpet Roundup: The 54th NAACP Image Awards

Zendaya, Issa Rae, Viola Davis — see all the stellar looks from the red carpet at the 2023 NAACP Image Awards.
Red Carpet Roundup: The 54th NAACP Image Awards
By Essence Fashion · Updated February 26, 2023

Another award show, another red carpet! And not just any ole red carpet, a red carpet dedicated to celebrating Black excellence. We’re talking about the NAACP Image Awards. Last night the biggest and brightest across Black culture and media gathered in California looking their absolute best for the 54th annual NAACP Image Awards. From Viola Davis continuing her purple streak wearing an ethereal purple Dior gown and KJ Smith in a Harbison bustle gown to Gabrielle Union-Wade in archival Versace couture and Tracee Ellis Ross in a sleek Brandon Maxwell gown straight off the NYFW F/W 23′ runway. This carpet was full of volume, self-expression, and tons of personal style.

Another red carpet highlight was the return of Zendaya. The red carpet mainstay hasn’t done too many award shows or public appearances as of late, but she showed up and out wearing a glamourous black and green archival Versace gown, channeling every bit of old Hollywood glam. It was a pleasant surprise to see the style superstar, who soon after changed into a custom white Prada number (a recreation of a 90’s Prada look). Serena Williams was also the talk of the night, wearing a custom black gown designed by accessories king Brandon Blackwood. This marks yet another iconic red carpet moment for the designer, following his original design for the ultimate dreamgirl, Sheryl Lee Ralph, at last year’s Emmy Awards.

Red Carpet Roundup: The 54th NAACP Image Awards
PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 25: (L-R) Ivy-Victoria Maurice and Sheryl Lee Ralph attend the 54th NAACP Image Awards at Pasadena Civic Auditorium on February 25, 2023 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Unique Nicole/FilmMagic)
Red Carpet Roundup: The 54th NAACP Image Awards
PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 25: Tracee Ellis Ross attends the 54th NAACP Image Awards at Pasadena Civic Auditorium on February 25, 2023 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Kayla Oaddams/WireImage)

Ahead, see all the stellar looks from the 2023 NAACP Image Awards.

Zendaya
Red Carpet Roundup: The 54th NAACP Image Awards
PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 25: Zendaya attends the 54th NAACP Image Awards at Pasadena Civic Auditorium on February 25, 2023 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)
Damson Idris
Red Carpet Roundup: The 54th NAACP Image Awards
PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 25: Damson Idris attends the 54th NAACP Image Awards at Pasadena Civic Auditorium on February 25, 2023 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Kayla Oaddams/WireImage)
Method Man
Red Carpet Roundup: The 54th NAACP Image Awards
PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 25: Method Man attends the 54th NAACP Image Awards at Pasadena Civic Auditorium on February 25, 2023 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Kayla Oaddams/WireImage)
Brandee Evans
Red Carpet Roundup: The 54th NAACP Image Awards
PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 25: Brandee Evans attends the 54th NAACP Image Awards at Pasadena Civic Auditorium on February 25, 2023 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Unique Nicole/FilmMagic)
Quinta Brunson
Red Carpet Roundup: The 54th NAACP Image Awards
PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 25: Quinta Brunson attends the 54th NAACP Image Awards at Pasadena Civic Auditorium on February 25, 2023 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Unique Nicole/FilmMagic)
Jerrie Johnson
Red Carpet Roundup: The 54th NAACP Image Awards
PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 25: Jerrie Johnson attends the 54th NAACP Image Awards at Pasadena Civic Auditorium on February 25, 2023 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Unique Nicole/FilmMagic)
Rutina Wesley
Red Carpet Roundup: The 54th NAACP Image Awards
PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 25: Rutina Wesley attends the 54th NAACP Image Awards at Pasadena Civic Auditorium on February 25, 2023 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)
Kerry Washington
Red Carpet Roundup: The 54th NAACP Image Awards
PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 25: Kerry Washington attends the 54th NAACP Image Awards at Pasadena Civic Auditorium on February 25, 2023 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)
Tabitha Brown
Red Carpet Roundup: The 54th NAACP Image Awards
PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 25: Tabitha Brown attends the 54th NAACP Image Awards at Pasadena Civic Auditorium on February 25, 2023 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)
Yara Shahidi
Red Carpet Roundup: The 54th NAACP Image Awards
PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 25: Yara Shahidi attends the 54th NAACP Image Awards at Pasadena Civic Auditorium on February 25, 2023 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)
Marsai Martin
Red Carpet Roundup: The 54th NAACP Image Awards
PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 25: Marsai Martin attends the 54th NAACP Image Awards at Pasadena Civic Auditorium on February 25, 2023 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)
Serena Williams
Red Carpet Roundup: The 54th NAACP Image Awards
PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 25: Serena Williams attends the 54th NAACP Image Awards at Pasadena Civic Auditorium on February 25, 2023 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)
Jonathan Majors
Red Carpet Roundup: The 54th NAACP Image Awards
PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 25: Jonathan Majors attends the 54th NAACP Image Awards at Pasadena Civic Auditorium on February 25, 2023 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)
Terrence Howard
Red Carpet Roundup: The 54th NAACP Image Awards
PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 25: Terrence Howard attends the 54th NAACP Image Awards at Pasadena Civic Auditorium on February 25, 2023 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)
Issa Rae
Red Carpet Roundup: The 54th NAACP Image Awards
PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 25: Issa Rae attends the 54th NAACP Image Awards at Pasadena Civic Auditorium on February 25, 2023 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)
Viola Davis
Red Carpet Roundup: The 54th NAACP Image Awards
PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 25: Viola Davis attends the 54th NAACP Image Awards at Pasadena Civic Auditorium on February 25, 2023 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)
Angela Bassett
Red Carpet Roundup: The 54th NAACP Image Awards
PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 25: Angela Bassett attends the 54th NAACP Image Awards at Pasadena Civic Auditorium on February 25, 2023 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)
Gabrielle Union
Red Carpet Roundup: The 54th NAACP Image Awards
PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 25: Gabrielle Union attends the 54th NAACP Image Awards at Pasadena Civic Auditorium on February 25, 2023 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)
Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union
Red Carpet Roundup: The 54th NAACP Image Awards
PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 25: (L-R) Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union attend the 54th NAACP Image Awards at Pasadena Civic Auditorium on February 25, 2023 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)
Janelle Monáe
Red Carpet Roundup: The 54th NAACP Image Awards
PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 25: Janelle Monáe attends the 54th NAACP Image Awards at Pasadena Civic Auditorium on February 25, 2023 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)
Ruth Carter
Red Carpet Roundup: The 54th NAACP Image Awards
PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 25: Ruth Carter attends the 54th NAACP Image Awards at Pasadena Civic Auditorium on February 25, 2023 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Kayla Oaddams/WireImage)
Novi Brown
Red Carpet Roundup: The 54th NAACP Image Awards
PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 25: Novi Brown attends the 54th NAACP Image Awards at Pasadena Civic Auditorium on February 25, 2023 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Unique Nicole/FilmMagic)
Bre-Z
Red Carpet Roundup: The 54th NAACP Image Awards
PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 25: Bre-Z attends the 54th NAACP Image Awards at Pasadena Civic Auditorium on February 25, 2023 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)
Shannon Thornton
Red Carpet Roundup: The 54th NAACP Image Awards
PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 25: Shannon Thornton attends the 54th NAACP Image Awards at Pasadena Civic Auditorium on February 25, 2023 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)
Ms. Pat
Red Carpet Roundup: The 54th NAACP Image Awards
PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 25: Ms. Pat arrives to the 54th Annual NAACP Image Awards at Pasadena Civic Auditorium on February 25, 2023 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Aaron J. Thornton/Getty Images)
Janelle James
Red Carpet Roundup: The 54th NAACP Image Awards
PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 25: Janelle James attends the 54th NAACP Image Awards at Pasadena Civic Auditorium on February 25, 2023 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Kayla Oaddams/WireImage)
Nicco Annan
Red Carpet Roundup: The 54th NAACP Image Awards
PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 25: Nicco Annan attends the 54th NAACP Image Awards at Pasadena Civic Auditorium on February 25, 2023 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Kayla Oaddams/WireImage)
KJ Smith
Red Carpet Roundup: The 54th NAACP Image Awards
PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 25: KJ Smith attends the 54th NAACP Image Awards at Pasadena Civic Auditorium on February 25, 2023 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Kayla Oaddams/WireImage)

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