BY SAMINU MACHUNGA
In celebration of Black History Month let’s dive into and shine the spotlight on how black entertainers represented at various award shows since the year began.
From setting the pace in music, film, literature, and education, black excellence does not fall short in fashion either.
Each with his or her own personal versatile style setting new trends annually.
Golden Globes
Starting with the 76th Golden Globes which took place on January 6, black stars dazzled brighter than the stars in the sky.
Westword star, Thandie Newton stunned in a dazzling Michael Kors dress.
Regina King in Custom Alberta Ferretti.
Kiki Layne in Christian Dior
The Queen herself, Janelle Monáe in Chanel.
Black Panther star, Lupita Nyong’o in Calvin Klein.
Screen Actors’ Guild Awards
Fast-forward to the January 27, black entertainers did not fail to make a statement at the Screen Actors’ Guild (SAG) Awards.
From creating a timeless film to the red carpet, the Black Panther cast always comes perfect.
Danai Gurira in Ralph & Russo and Bulgari jewelry.
Laura Harrier from the cast of Spider-Man: Homecoming in custom Loewe and Bulgari jewelry.
Black-ish actress and now the lead star of Grown-ish, Yara Shahidi, in Fendi Couture, Cartier jewelry and Christian Louboutin heels.
Grammy Awards
Two weeks ago the 61st Grammys took place at the Staples Center in LA.
Cardi B, who bagged the Grammy for Best Rap Album, in Archival Mugler.
Award-winning singer, Alicia Keys and the former First Lady of the United States, Michelle Obama.
Janelle Monáe in Jean Paul Gaultier.
Black-ish star, Tracee Ellis Ross in Ralph & Russo.
Boo’d Up singer, Ella Mai in Ashi Studio.
Andra Day in Custom Cheng.
Award-winning singer, Toni Braxton.
The Academy Awards
The latest entry, on Sunday night the 91st Academy Awards, popularly known as the Oscars held at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood.
David Oyelowo representing his Nigerian roots by wearing the colors of his country, green and white, with his sleek Etro tux.
Billy Porter in Custom Christian Siriano. Is it good? Is it bad? Opinions differ but what we know is that it’s never been done before – half tuxedo, half ball gown.
Tennis champion, Serena Williams in a strapless black body-skimming custom Armani Privé gown.
Angela Basset wows in a custom fuchsia Reem Acra gown.
Stephan James in a custom red velvet three-piece tuxedo by Etro.
Tessa Thompson in a tiered column Chanel gown with gold accents throughout paired with Jimmy Choo sandals.
