NAACP Image Awards 2023: Zendaya, Serena Williams, Angela Bassett stun on red carpet

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Zendaya made a show-stopping appearance donning a plunging black and neon green gown while Serena Williams, Angela Bassett, and Kerry Washington stunned in fitted ensembles at the 54th NAACP Image Awards in Pasadena on Saturday.

The Euphoria actress, 26, who was recently seen filming a Bulgari campaign in France, showcased her slim physique as she stepped onto the red carpet alongside other talented celebrities.

The professional tennis player, 41, also braved the rainy weather and dazzled in a sculpting, black velvet dress while The Black Panther: Wakanda Forever star, 64, was radiant wearing a white, jumpsuit.

Kerry, 46, put on a leggy display in a strapless gown that contained a thigh-high slit as she posed for a brief photo session before the annual ceremony commenced.

The event. which is hosted by Queen Latifah, honors outstanding representations and achievements of people of color in motion pictures, television, music, and literature in the year 2022.

Zendaya flaunted her slim physique wearing a form-fitting strapless dress that contained a plunging neckline around her chest. 

The gown contained hues of black along with striped portions of neon green for a one-of-a-kind touch to the ensemble. 

The stunning dress contained a train that fell down behind her from fabric bustled around her thigh area on the back. 

The former Disney channel actress, who was a presenter during the ceremony, gave a glimpse of her toned legs that peaked through a slit that was located in the middle of the gown for a rather sultry edge. 

Her brunette locks were parted to the side, and effortlessly flowed down in light waves to nearly brush the tips of her shoulders for an elegant look. 

To allow the ensemble to be the main focal point for the night, the Replay songstress kept her accessories minimalistic and slipped on a silver, rhinestone bracelet along with a matching ring placed on her right hand that sparkled under the lights. 

Zendaya also opted for a pair of dangly earrings that were partially covered by her voluminous locks. 

The Greatest Showman star slipped into a pair of classic, black heels to coincide with the color scheme of her red carpet gown for the evening.  

NAACP Image Awards 2023: Zendaya, Serena Williams, Angela Bassett stun on red carpet

Eye-catching: The former Disney channel actress, who was a presenter during the ceremony, gave a glimpse of her toned legs that peaked through a slit that was located in the middle of the gown

Beautiful: Zendaya flaunted her slim physique wearing a form-fitting strapless dress that contained a plunging neckline around her chest

Beautiful: Zendaya flaunted her slim physique wearing a form-fitting strapless dress that contained a plunging neckline around her chest

Unique details: The stunning dress contained a train that fell down behind her from fabric bustled around her thigh area on the back

Unique details: The stunning dress contained a train that fell down behind her from fabric bustled around her thigh area on the back

A kiss for the cameras: Zendaya was seen placed her fingers to her lips to blow a kiss towards the cameras while posing for a photo session on the red carpet

A kiss for the cameras: Zendaya was seen placed her fingers to her lips to blow a kiss towards the cameras while posing for a photo session on the red carpet 

Her makeup was classically done for the night, and comprised of a layer of black mascara on her long lashes along with a shimmering, bronze shadow around her eyes. 

A light pink blush and a touch of contour was added to better accentuate her cheekbones. 

A nude-colored matte tint was added to her lips for a finishing touch to her overall look. 

Zendaya was soon joined by Serena Williams, who also wowed in a fitted, long-sleeved black gown made of a velvet material. 

Fabric pooled around the professional tennis player in a short train, while a thigh-high slit on the left side showed a glimpse of her toned legs. 

The dress contained a V-neck cut that was covered with a sheer, black material for a stylish flare. 

The mother of one slipped into a pair of closed-toed, black heels that contained silver, rhinestone embellishments on the top for a dazzling touch. 

To accessorize the dress, the renowned sports star donned a dainty, diamond necklace along with rhinestone rings that glittered under the lights. She also added a pair of sparkling, dangly earrings that contained black-colored emeralds.  

All about the velvet: Zendaya was soon joined by Serena Williams, who also wowed in a fitted, long-sleeved black gown made of a velvet material

All about the velvet: Zendaya was soon joined by Serena Williams, who also wowed in a fitted, long-sleeved black gown made of a velvet material

Making a statement: To accessorize the dress, the renowned sports star donned a dainty, diamond necklace along with rhinestone rings that glittered under the lights

Making a statement: To accessorize the dress, the renowned sports star donned a dainty, diamond necklace along with rhinestone rings that glittered under the lights

Sparkling: The mother of one slipped into a pair of closed-toed, black heels that contained silver, rhinestone embellishments on the top for a dazzling touch

Sparkling: The mother of one slipped into a pair of closed-toed, black heels that contained silver, rhinestone embellishments on the top for a dazzling touch

Getting glammed up: The professional sports star also shared Instagram snaps to give her fans a special look at her glamorous look before braving the rain to attend the awards ceremony

Getting glammed up: The professional sports star also shared Instagram snaps to give her fans a special look at her glamorous look before braving the rain to attend the awards ceremony 

Serena teased her ensemble for the night to her fans by sharing a post on Instagram as she showed off her glamorous look before braving the rain to attend the awards ceremony. 

The tennis star flaunted a pose in front of a piano placed on top of an ornate rug to take a couple photos. 

In the caption, the beauty penned to her 16.3 million followers, ‘On my way to the @naacpimageawards but stopped for a quick pic.’ 

During the evening, close friend, Kerry Washington, presented Williams with the Jackie Robinson Sports Award. 

After stepping onto the star-studded stage, Serena, who announced her retirement from playing tennis professionally last year, jokingly stated, ‘I haven’t held up a trophy in a long time.’ 

She also sent her thanks to the NAACP, ‘which continues to accelerate change with important areas such as health care, education, sports, the economy and so, so much more.’ 

When reflecting on the award, the star added, ‘Jackie Robinson’s impact goes far beyond sport. His legacy has empowered many African Americans across various industries to dream big and beyond the boxes so many of us are put in, a key message the NAACP stands for.’ 

To conclude her heartfelt speech, Serena once again expressed how grateful the honor was and added that it was a ‘privilege’ to take home the award. 

Special night: During the evening, close friend, Kerry Washington, presented Williams with the Jackie Robinson Sports Award

Special night: During the evening, close friend, Kerry Washington, presented Williams with the Jackie Robinson Sports Award

Honored: To conclude her heartfelt speech, Serena once again expressed how grateful the honor was and added that it was a 'privilege' to take home the award

Honored: To conclude her heartfelt speech, Serena once again expressed how grateful the honor was and added that it was a ‘privilege’ to take home the award

Glowing: Angela Bassett showed off her personal sense of style wearing a white jumpsuit with puffy sleeves

Glowing: Angela Bassett showed off her personal sense of style wearing a white jumpsuit with puffy sleeves 

A pop of color: The talented actress, who recently won Best Supporting Actress at the HCA Film Award on Friday, carried a large silver clutch bag in her hand

A pop of color: The talented actress, who recently won Best Supporting Actress at the HCA Film Award on Friday, carried a large silver clutch bag in her hand 

A big smile: The Golden Globe winner flashed a cheerful smile as she posed for snaps on the red carpet during the evening

A big smile: The Golden Globe winner flashed a cheerful smile as she posed for snaps on the red carpet during the evening 

Angela Bassett made a fashion statement of her own wearing a white pantsuit that contained, puffy ruffled embellishments around her elbows. 

The bottom portion of the ensemble contained loose-fitting pants that fell down past her ankles to conceal her shoes. 

The eye-catching outfit contained a V-neck cut on the front portion that clung to her toned frame. 

The actress, who recently won an HCA Film Award earlier Friday for Best Supporting Actress in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, carried a shiny, rectangular-shaped silver clutch in her hand. 

Her dark brunette locks flowed down past her shoulders in light curls, allowing her bangs to gently rest on her forehead. A pair of dangly, glittering earrings were donned for a flashy touch. 

The talented star was accompanied by her husband, Courtney B. Vance, whom she tied the knot with in 1997. He donned a classic black suit which was paired with a white dress shirt and black tie. 

To complete his look to attend the event, he also opted for sleek, black dress shoes along with a black, fedora hat placed on top of his head. 

Later in the evening, Angela happily accepted the award for Outstanding Actress in a Drama Series for her performance as Athena in the show, 9-1-1.  

Happy pair: The talented star was accompanied by her husband, Courtney B. Vance, whom she tied the knot with in 1997

Happy pair: The talented star was accompanied by her husband, Courtney B. Vance, whom she tied the knot with in 1997

Ready for the show: To complete his look to attend the event, he also opted for sleek, black dress shoes along with a black, fedora hat placed on top of his head

 Ready for the show: To complete his look to attend the event, he also opted for sleek, black dress shoes along with a black, fedora hat placed on top of his head

Emotional: Later in the evening, Angela happily accepted the award for Outstanding Actress in a Drama Series for her performance as Athena in the show, 9-1-1

Emotional: Later in the evening, Angela happily accepted the award for Outstanding Actress in a Drama Series for her performance as Athena in the show, 9-1-1

Talented: The actress has recently received numerous accolades, such as a Golden Globe win and also an Oscar nomination for her role in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever

Talented: The actress has recently received numerous accolades, such as a Golden Globe win and also an Oscar nomination for her role in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever

Angela has recently received numerous accolades, such as a Golden Globe win and also an Oscar nomination for her role in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. 

Kerry Washington turned heads wearing a strapless black dress with ruched, wrapped details on the left side of the gown that was secured with a large, gold piece.

A thigh-high slit was seen on the left side, offering a glimpse of the actress’s toned legs as she posed for snaps on the red carpet. 

A semi-sheer, sparking white bralette top was donned underneath for a fashionable edge to the outfit. 

The Scandal alum slipped into a pair of open-toed, rhinestone-covered strappy heels for a flashy touch to her look. 

To accessorize the dress, the actress chose to not wear a necklace but instead chose asymmetrical silver earrings that were differing in size. 

Her dark brunette locks were parted in the middle, and effortlessly flowed down straight behind her. 

During the ceremony, the talented actress stepped onto the stage to present the Jackie Robinson Sports Award to her close friend and professional tennis player, Serena Williams.  

Beauty: Kerry Washington turned heads wearing a strapless black dress with ruched, wrapped details on the left side of the gown that was secured with a large, gold piece

Flashy: The Scandal alum slipped into a pair of open-toed, rhinestone-covered strappy heels for a flashy touch to her look

Beauty: Kerry Washington turned heads wearing a strapless black dress with ruched, wrapped details on the left side of the gown that was secured with a large, gold piece

Striking a pose: A thigh-high slit was seen on the left side, offering a glimpse of the actress's toned legs as she posed for snaps on the red carpet

Striking a pose: A thigh-high slit was seen on the left side, offering a glimpse of the actress’s toned legs as she posed for snaps on the red carpet

Profile: A semi-sheer, sparking white bralette top was donned underneath for a fashionable edge to the outfit

Profile: A semi-sheer, sparking white bralette top was donned underneath for a fashionable edge to the outfit

Unique flare: To accessorize the dress, the actress chose to not wear a necklace but instead wore asymmetrical silver earrings that were differing in size

Unique flare: To accessorize the dress, the actress chose to not wear a necklace but instead wore asymmetrical silver earrings that were differing in size

Sleek: Her dark brunette locks were parted in the middle, and effortlessly flowed down straight behind her

Sleek: Her dark brunette locks were parted in the middle, and effortlessly flowed down straight behind her

Taking on a role: During the ceremony, the talented actress stepped onto the stage to present the Jackie Robinson Sports Award to her close friend and professional tennis player, Serena Williams

Taking on a role: During the ceremony, the talented actress stepped onto the stage to present the Jackie Robinson Sports Award to her close friend and professional tennis player, Serena Williams

NAACP Image Awards 2023 WINNERS

Entertainer of the Year 

Angela Bassett

Mary J. Blige

Quinta Brunson

Viola Davis

Zendaya

 

Outstanding Actor in a Motion Picture 

Daniel Kaluuya – Nope

Jonathan Majors – Devotion

Joshua Boone – A Jazzman’s Blues

Sterling K. Brown – Honk for Jesus. Save Your Soul

Will Smith – Emancipation

 

Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Motion Picture

Aldis Hodge – Black Adam

Cliff Method Man” Smith – On The Come Up

Jalyn Hall – TILL

John Boyega – The Woman King

Tenoch Huerta – Black Panther: Wakanda Forever – WINNER

 

Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Motion Picture

Angela Bassett – Black Panther: Wakanda Forever – WINNER

Danai Gurira – Black Panther: Wakanda Forever

Janelle Monáe – Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery

Lashana Lynch – The Woman King

Lupita Nyong’o – Black Panther: Wakanda Forever

 

Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series

Loretta Devine – Family Reunion

Maya Rudolph – Loot

Quinta Brunson – Abbott Elementary – WINNER

Tichina Arnold – The Neighborhood

Tracee Ellis Ross – black-ish

 

Outstanding Drama Series

Bel-Air

Bridgerton

Euphoria

P-Valley

Queen Sugar

 

Outstanding Actor in a Drama Series

Damson Idris – Snowfall

Jabari Banks – Bel-Air

Kofi Siriboe – Queen Sugar

Nicco Annan – P-Valley – WINNER

Sterling K. Brown – This Is Us

 

Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series 

Adjoa Andoh – Bridgerton

Bianca Lawson – Queen Sugar

Loretta Devine – P-Valley – WINNER

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Susan Kelechi Watson – This Is Us

Tina Lifford – Queen Sugar

 

Outstanding Television Movie, Limited-Series or Dramatic Special 

Carl Weber’s The Black Hamptons

From Scratch

The Best Man: The Final Chapters – WINNER

The Last Days of Ptolemy Grey

Women of the Movement

 

Outstanding Actress in a Television Movie, Limited-Series or Dramatic Special 

Niecy Nash-Betts – Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story – WINNER

Regina Hall – The Best Man: The Final Chapters

Sanaa Lathan – The Best Man: The Final Chapters

Viola Davis – The First Lady

Zoe Saldaña – From Scratch

 

Outstanding Female Artist

Beyoncé – Renaissance – WINNER

Ari Lennox – Age/Sex/Location

Chloe Bailey – Surprise

SZA – SOS

Jazmine Sullivan – Hurt Me So Good

 

Outstanding Soul/R&B Song

Beyoncé – Cuff It – WINNER

Rihanna – Lift Me Up

Lizzo – About Damn Time

H.E.R – Good Morning Gorgeous

Mary J. Blige – Good Morning Gorgeous

Jazmine Sullivan – Hurt Me So Good

 

Outstanding Music Video/Visual Album

About Damn Time – Lizzo (Atlantic Records)

Be Alive – Beyoncé (Columbia Records/ Parkwood Entertainment)

Lift Me Up – Rihanna (Def Jam Recordings) – WINNER

Lord Forgive Me feat. Fat, Pharrell and Olu of Earthgang – Tobe Nwigwe (The Good Stewards Collective)

The Heart Part 5 – Kendrick Lamar (pgLang/Top Dawg Entertainment/Aftermath/Interscope Records)

 

Outstanding Motion Picture 

A Jazzman’s Blues

Black Panther: Wakanda Forever

Emancipation

The Woman King

TILL

 

Outstanding Actress in a Motion Picture 

Danielle Deadwyler – TILL

Keke Palmer – Alice

Letitia Wright – Black Panther: Wakanda Forever

Regina Hall – Honk for Jesus. Save Your Soul

Viola Davis – The Woman King

 

Outstanding Comedy Series

Abbott Elementary

Atlanta

black-ish

Rap S**t

The Wonder Years

 

Outstanding Actor in a Comedy Series

Anthony Anderson – black-ish

Cedric The Entertainer – The Neighborhood – WINNER

Donald Glover – Atlanta

Dulé Hill – The Wonder Years

Mike Epps – The Upshaws

 

Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series

Brian Tyree Henry – Atlanta

Deon Cole – black-ish

Kenan Thompson – Saturday Night Live

Tyler James Williams – Abbott Elementary – WINNER

William Stanford Davis – Abbott Elementary

 

Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series

Janelle James – Abbott Elementary – WINNER

Jenifer Lewis – black-ish

Marsai Martin – black-ish

Sheryl Lee Ralph – Abbott Elementary

Wanda Sykes – The Upshaws

 

Outstanding Actress in a Drama Series

Angela Bassett – 9-1-1

Brandee Evans – P-Valley

Queen Latifah – The Equalizer

Rutina Wesley – Queen Sugar

Zendaya – Euphoria

 

Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series

Adrian Holmes – Bel-Air

Amin Joseph – Snowfall

Caleb McLaughlin – Stranger Things

Cliff ‘Method Man’ Smith – Power Book II: Ghost – WINNER

J. Alphonse Nicholson – P-Valley

 

Outstanding Actor in a Television Movie, Limited-Series or Dramatic Special 

Morris Chestnut – The Best Man: The Final Chapters – WINNER

Samuel L. Jackson – The Last Days of Ptolemy Grey

Terrence Howard – The Best Man: The Final Chapters

Trevante Rhodes – Mike

Wendell Pierce – Don’t Hang Up

 

Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Television Movie, Limited-Series or Dramatic Special

Glynn Turman – Women of the Movement

Keith David – From Scratch – WINNER

Omar Benson Miller – The Last Days of Ptolemy Grey

Russell Hornsby – Mike

Terrence ‘TC’ Carson – A Wesley Christmas

 

Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Television Movie, Limited-Series or Dramatic Special

Alexis Floyd – Inventing Anna

Danielle Deadwyler – From Scratch

Melissa De Sousa – The Best Man: The Final Chapters

Nia Long – The Best Man: The Final Chapters – WINNER

Phylicia Rashad – Little America

 

Outstanding Album

Renaissance – Beyoncé – WINNER

Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers – Kendrick Lamar

Age/Sex/Location – Ari Lennox

Watch The Sun – PJ Morton

Breezy – Chris Brown

 

Jackie Robinson Sports Award

Serena Williams – WINNER 

 

Chairman’s Award

Congressman Bennie G. Thompson – WINNER

 

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