While the 2026 Actor Awards centered on the craft of performance, the red carpet proved that the “art of the entrance” is a discipline all its own. This year’s theme, “Reimagining Hollywood Glamour,” challenged the industry’s brightest stars to look back at the 1920s and ’30s through a modern, often avant-garde lens. From surrealist silhouettes to a masterclass in precision tailoring, the Shrine Auditorium was transformed into a high-fashion runway where legacy
brands and emerging designers shared the spotlight.
The fashion story of the night was one of bold textures and refined risks. We saw a resurgence of sculptural bodices and “trompe l’oeil” details that blurred the line between clothing and fine art. At the same time, the men moved beyond the traditional black tie, opting for cropped proportions and unexpected pops of color. It wasn’t just about looking expensive; it was about narrative dressing, each look serving as a visual prologue to the cinematic achievements being honoured inside. Whether it was the ethereal, draped silks of the leading ladies or the daring, shirt-free suiting from the gentlemen, these are the stars who truly understood the assignment.
Below, we’ve curated the definitive list of the women who walked the
red carpet and owned it.
The Leading Women
Viola Davis
EGOT winner, Viola Davis all regal and radiant in an all-green Gucci gown
Demi Moore
The ultimate showgirl of the night, Demi Moore turned heads in a voluminous Schiaparelli
silhouette that redefined “Schiap” chic.
Kate Hudson
Ethereal and effortless, Kate floated down the carpet in a white Valentino cape dress and a
stunning 10 carat diamond.
Chase Infiniti
A breakthrough fashion moment, Chase was a literal work of art in a sequined nude mermaid
Louis Vuitton gown.
Quinta Brunson
Quinta played with pattern and poise in a harlequin-inspired Gabriela Hearst look that was
easily one of the night’s most creative.
Teyana Taylor
One slay after another, Teyana was a next-level goddess in a surrealist “painted on” Thom
Browne gown with art-deco flair.
Sheryl Lee Ralph
Bringing the drama with a feather boa and a sharp pixie cut, Sheryl looked like she was having the most fun on the carpet wearing Saiid Kobeisy.
Wunmi Mosaku
Ravishing in a deep red, Wunmi balanced structural precision with pure Hollywood glamour
wearing custom Louis Vuitton
Jessie Buckley
Jessie leaned into the theme with a sculptural black-and-white Balenciaga gown that was as
bold as her performance in Hamnet.
Yerin Ha
Yerin brought an avant-garde spirit to the night, proving that Balenciaga’s modern lines fit
perfectly within the “Actor” aesthetic
.
Mindy Kaling
Mindy mesmerized the crowd in a sheer black peplum Yara Shoemaker gown that was the
perfect mix of mystery and allure.
Gwyneth Paltrow
Plunging and sequin-studded, Gwyneth reminded us all why she is the perennial gold standard
of red carpet style wearing Givenchy
Kristen Bell
Our host set the bar high in a beaded and pleated Georges Hobeika deco delight that
shimmered under the stage lights.
Sarah Paulson
A true polka dot perfection, Sarah leaned into the archives with a vintage YSL look and a blunt,
chin-grazing bob that defined classic glamour.
Leslie Bibb
Leslie masterfully blended Art Deco elegance with Eastern design motifs in an ornate, beaded
Ashi Studio Couture dress that was a highlight for The White Lotus cast.
The Leading Men
Miles Caton
Flared trousers and a double-breasted Louis Vuitton jacket made Miles the undisputed king of 70s-meets-modern cool.
Charlie Hunnam
Charlie stuck to the classics with a Brioni fit that defined rugged, well-tailored masculinity.
Paul Mescal
Paul wore Yves Saint Laurent and took a historical risk with an 18th-century stock tie that somehow felt like the most fashion-forward move of the night.
Connor Storrie
Oozing sexy appeal, Connor ditched the shirt for a Saint Laurent suit that was the talk of social media.
Jeremy Allen White
Effortlessly cool as always in Louis Vuitton, Jeremy showed that minimalist tailoring is sometimes the loudest statement
.
Michael B. Jordan
The biggest winner of the night (if we do say so ourselves), Michael looked every bit the leading man in a grey Tom Ford suit that fit like a second skin.
Timothée Chalamet
Timothée kept it relatively subdued but undeniably chic in a cream satin Prada suit.
Tyler James Williams
Breaking the mold in a crimson Sergio Hudson dinner jacket and shades, Tyler was the personification of cool.
Damson Idris
Not much effort, but he still oozed cool. Damson in Prada was a suave addition to the night.
Noah Wyle
The night’s other big winner for The Pitt saved lives and looked good doing it, opting for a simple Balenciaga tuxedo paired with theme-appropriate wide-leg pants.