NAACP Image Awards 2026: Red carpet highlights

The 2026 NAACP Image Awards took place Feb. 28 in Pasadena, California, drawing a number of well-known faces to the red carpet. Teyana Taylor, Keke Palmer and Kerry Washington were among those in attendance.

Actors and performers filled the carpet, with appearances by Colman Domingo, Chloe Bailey, Halle Bailey, Viola Davis and Regé-Jean Page. Comedians and creators also joined the crowd, including Issa Rae, Regina Hall, Sterling K. Brown and Quinta Brunson.

Musical figures and industry names rounded out the guest list: Busta Rhymes, Cheryl James, DJ Spinderella, Sandra Denton, MC Lyte and Tyla were present alongside Delroy Lindo, Wunmi Mosaku, Ryan Coogler and Zinzi Coogler.

Photos from the evening highlight a range of red-carpet looks from the ceremony’s diverse roster of stars.

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