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A Look Back…
This was a major week for politicians as well as Hollywood celebrities. President Barack Obama delivered his hopeful annual State of the Union address, while Joy Bryant, Terrence Howard, and more hit the wintery slopes of Utah for the Sundance Film Festival. Plus, several legendary models reunited for the Tribute to the Models of Versailles 1973 event at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Take a look back at the week in photos…
Michelle Obama
First Lady Michelle Obama wore a Rachel Roy dove gray number to this week’s State of the Union Address on Tuesday. She also wore a black and white ribbon in honor of Rep. Gabrielle Giffords.
Joan Smalls
Joan Smalls worked Paris’ runway at the Christian Dior Show. Fierce!
Will and Jada Smith
Will and Jada Smith have a private moment on set Willow’s new music video, “21st Century Girl.” Love these two!
Willow Smith
Willow Smith shot the music video for her newest single “21st Century Girl” this week.
Robin Thicke
Robin Thicke got into the groove with a conga recently at W Retreat & Spa-Vieques Island for the kick-off of the W Vieques Symmetry Live Unplugged series.
Usher
Usher attended this year’s NRJ Music Awards in Cannes, France.
Terrence and Michelle Howard
Terrence Howard and his wife Michelle Ghent Howard were spotted at the Nintendo 3DS gifting suite at the Sundance Film Festival.
Jessie Williams and Joy Bryant
Jesse Williams raised a glass to toast friend Joy Bryant as she was honored at a Dinner with Bevy Smith at Sundance.
Danny Glover and Bevy Smith
Danny Glover and Bevy Smith were all smiles at the Dinner with Bevy Smith event at the Sundance Film Festival..
Nicki Minaj
Nicki Minaj concluded her London takeover this week. Here, she is arriving to the Landmark hotel in London after her and her entourage were kicked out of her first hotel.
Ne-Yo
Ne-Yo took the stage this week, performing overseas in Jakarta, Indonesia.
Kerry Washington
Kerry Washington wore a stunning Herve Leger dress and Rene Caovilla shoes at the 22nd Annual Producers Guild Awards.
Joy Bryant
“Parenthood” star Joy Bryant enjoyed the slopes in Park City, Utah, during the Sundance Film Festival.
Harry Belafonte
Harry Belafonte attended “The Last Mountain” premiere party at The Yard during in Park City, Utah during the Sundance Film Festival..
Alek Wek
Alek Wek turned Manhattan’s sidewalk into her own catwalk. See her out braving the bad weather.
Models of Versailles Luncheon
Models Amina Warsuma, Norma Jean Darden, Pat Cleveland, fashion designer Stephen Burrows, models Charlene Dash, Alva Chin, China Machado, Billie Blair, and Bethann Hardison attend the Tribute To The Models Of Versailles 1973 at The Metropolitan Museum Of Art this week.
Models of Versailles Luncheon
Pat Cleveland, Oscar de la Renta, Donna Karan, and Iman attend the Tribute To The Models Of Versailles 1973 at The Metropolitan Museum Of Art. What a fabulous reunion!
Estelle
Estelle was on-hand to celebrate the original Models of Versailles this week.
Cicely Tyson
Keeping warm in her fur, Cicely Tyson attended the Tribute to The Models Of Versailles 1973 at The Metropolitan Museum Of Art.
Zoe Salanda
Zoe Saldana attended the Hope Brunch for ‘Espwa’ in Park City, Utah.
Mo’Nique
Oscar-winning actress Mo’Nique was on hand to announce the 83rd Academy Awards Nominations Announcement this week.
Thandie Newton
Thandie Newton attended InStyle’s Best Of British Talent Party in London, England. Fabulous Thandie!
June Ambrose
The always-fashionable June Ambrose was a guest on Martha Stewart’s radio show at SIRIUS XM Studio.
Iman and Isaac Mizrahi
Iman and Isaac Mizrahi visited Martha Stewart Living Radio at SIRIUS XM Studio this week.
Kanye West and George Condo
Painter George Condo and Kanye West attended George’s VIP Opening Reception at the New Museum in NYC. Condo is the artist behind Kanye’s album cover for “My Beauutiful Dark Twisted Fantasy.”
Yvette Nicole Brown
Yvette Nicole Brown visited ESSENCE to promote her show “Community” on NBC.
Michelle Obama and Oprah Winfrey
Michelle Obama was Oprah’s special guest on Thursday’s show. The two discussed the sacrifices military families make.
Angela Simmons
Angela Simmons rocked a silky black mini dress to the MTV Staying Alive Fundraising and farewell event in London.
Lauryn Hill
Lauryn Hill put on a show at Harry O’s for the EXPRESS Rocks event at Sundance Film Festival.
Michelle Obama
First Lady Michelle Obama and Vice President Joe Biden attend the funeral service for Sargent Shriver at Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church in Potomac, Maryland.
Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz
Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz sat courtside at the NY Knicks vs. Miami Heat game on Thursday night.