A dazzling number of stars graced the 56th NAACP Image Awards red carpet at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium on Saturday.
Kerry Washington, 48, teased a hint of her toned midriff in a stunning floral gown, featuring a bandeau top and floor-length skirt.
The Scandal star completed her look with peep-toe black heels and wore her raven tresses in soft curls. Kerry is nominated for Outstanding Actress in a Motion Picture, for her role in The Six Triple Eight.
Meanwhile Zoe Saldana, 46, looked chic as ever in a grey silk dress with a polka dot pattern, and black heels.
Gabrielle Union, 52, made a striking appearance in a glittering, floor-sweeping silver gown.
The NAACP Image Awards are an annual ceremony honoring outstanding achievements and performances of Black people in film, television, music, and literature.
Kerry Washington, 48, Zoe Saldana, 46, and Gabrielle Union, 52, led the glamour at the 56th NAACP Image Awards, held at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium on Saturday
Kerry teased a hint of her toned midriff in a stunning floral gown, featuring a bandeau top and floor-length skirt
Zoe’s film, Emilia Pérez, won in the Outstanding International Motion Picture category at the awards ceremony.
While on the red carpet, the star was also joined by her sister Mariel Saldana Nazario.
Halle Bailey, 24, was a vision in a busty sparkling dress that showcased her toned figure. The Little Mermaid star accessorized with a silver necklace.
Her sister Chloe Bailey, 26, had all eyes on her in a dramatic black and golden gown with wing-like embellishments.
She accessorized with shimmering earrings from Sterling Forever.
Cynthia Erivo, 38, showcased her effortless style in a sharp pinstripe suit.
She paired the business chic look with a pair of sunglasses and a number of earrings.
The Wicked star also rocked a nose ring.
Cynthia is nominated alongside Kerry in the Outstanding Actress in a Motion Picture category, for her role as Elphaba, the Wicked Witch of the West, in Wicked.
Orange Is the New Black star Laverne Cox, 52, wowed in a bustier-style gown with a nude top and black skirt.
The Scandal star completed her look with peep-toe black heels
She wore delicate glam for the occasion
She wore her raven tresses in soft curls
She accessorized with earrings that matched her dress
Kerry is nominated for Outstanding Actress in a Motion Picture, for her role in The Six Triple Eight
Zoe looked chic as ever in a grey silk dress with a polka dot pattern, and black heels
Her film, Emilia Pérez, won in the Outstanding International Motion Picture category at the awards ceremony
She wore her tresses down in soft locks
Zoe was also joined by her sister Mariel Saldana Nazario
Gabrielle made a striking appearance in a glittering, floor-sweeping silver gown
The back of her shimmering ensemble featured cut-outs
Gabrielle flashed her megawatt smile for the cameras
Cynthia Erivo, 38, showcased her effortless style in a sharp pinstripe suit
The Wicked star also rocked a nose ring
Halle Bailey, 24, was a vision in a busty sparkling dress that showcased her toned figure
The Little Mermaid star accessorized with a silver necklace
The beauty styled her hair in a wavy ponytail
Halle rocked red manicure
Chloe Bailey, 26, had all eyes on her in a dramatic black and golden gown with wing-like embellishments
Chloe’s hair was styled into a sophisticated updo
She accessorized with shimmering earrings from Sterling Forever
The singer showed off her unique gown
She sported bleached blonde eyebrows.
The star also accessorized with gold earrings and a gold necklace.
Madisin Rian looked incredible in an ethereal white gown with sheer panels.
Karla Mosley, 43, was a bright sight in a turquoise gown.
Kyla Pratt, 38, was glamorous in sleeveless gown with a sizzling side slit.
Samara Joy, 25, captivated in a mesmerizing golden gown and matching heels.
MC Lyte, 54, rocked a sequin dress.
Tamron Hall, 54, graced the event in a black sequin gown.
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ adopted son, Quincy Brown, 33, also attended the event, going shirtless underneath a black leather jacket.
Orange Is the New Black star Laverne Cox , 52, wowed in a bustier-style gown with a nude top and black skirt
She accessorized with gold earrings and a gold necklace
Madisin Rian looked incredible in an ethereal white gown with sheer panels
Naturi Naughton, 40, looked angelic in a white silk gown
Tamron Hall, 54, graced the event in a black sequin gown
MC Lyte, 54, rocked a sequin dress. Samara Joy, 25, captivated in a mesmerizing golden gown and matching heels
Kyla Pratt, 38, was glamorous in sleeveless gown with a sizzling side slit
Sarina Renee and Jennifer Freeman stunned in gold looks
Tichina Arnold, 55, took the plunge in a low-cut silver gown with a stylish hood
Karla Mosley, 43, was a bright sight in a turquoise gown
Jussie Smollett’s sister, Jurnee Smollett, 38, wowed in a busty burgundy strapless gown
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ adopted son, Quincy Brown, 33, also attended the event, going shirtless underneath a black leather jacket
Kingsley Ben-Adir sported a red suit, while Denzel Washington’s son John David Washington rocked a navy one
Morris Chestnut showed off his unique style in a black jacket with gold stripes on it
Shannon Sharpe and Aldis Hodge both opted for black suits
David Banner wore a distinctive mustard-colored suit
Diddy is currently in jail and awaiting trial, after he charged with sex trafficking, racketeering and transportation to engage in prostitution last year. He’s been denied bail multiple times.
Quincy is the son of the late Kim Porter — who dated Diddy on and off for about 13 years — and Al B. Sure!
Naturi Naughton, 40, looked angelic in a white silk gown.
Denzel Washington’s son John David Washington rocked a navy suit for the event.
Tichina Arnold, 55, took the plunge in a low-cut silver gown with a stylish hood.
Morris Chestnut showed off his unique style in a black jacket with gold stripes on it.
Shannon Sharpe and Aldis Hodge both opted for black suits.
David Banner wore a distinctive mustard-colored suit.
Keke Palmer, 31, skipped the red carpet but was pictured mingling with guests inside
She laughed it up with Chloe
Keke stunned in a black mini dress and a chunky beaded necklace
Jurnee and Chloe were pictured presenting an award
Laverne and George Wallace pictured on stage
Janelle James and Ego Nwodim graced the stage
Former Vice President Kamala Harris was honored with the prestigious Chairman’s Award at the event
Michael Rainey Jr. was seen accepting the award for Outstanding Actor in a Drama Series for his role in Power Book II: Ghost
Jussie Smollett’s sister, Jurnee Smollett, 38, wowed in a busty burgundy strapless gown.
She teamed the look with matching pointed-toe heels.
Sarina Renee and Jennifer Freeman stunned in gold looks.
Keke Palmer, 31, skipped the red carpet but was pictured mingling with guests inside. The actress stunned in a black mini dress and a chunky beaded necklace.
The NAACP Image Awards cover a wide range of categories, including motion picture, television, music, literature and podcast.
There are also special awards given to individuals who have made significant contributions to civil rights and social justice.
Former Vice President Kamala Harris was honored with the prestigious Chairman’s Award at the event.
Michael Rainey Jr. was seen accepting the award for Outstanding Actor in a Drama Series for his role in Power Book II: Ghost.