Black Celebrities Brought Their Fashion A-Game at the 2024 iHeartRadio Music Awards. What Do You Think?

Jennifer Hudson, Ludacris and SZA showed out at one music’s biggest shows of the year.

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The iHeartRadio Music Awards rarely provide any big surprises. It’s usually pretty clear who the winners are before the show even starts. Hip-hop legend Ludacris hosted the big event, which featured special honors for TLC and Beyoncé. In case you missed all the fun, check out our recap of Black stars’ best fashion and a few of the unforgettable highlights.

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Beyoncé

As she dominates the conversation with her new country album, “Cowboy Carter,” Stevie Wonder presented Queen Bey with the Innovator Award. She looked the Commander-In-Chief of the BeyHive.

Stevie Wonder

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As the legend presented Beyoncé with the Innovator Award, she casually dropped that he played the harmonica on her version of “Jolene.”

Jennifer Hudson

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DShWFAfmvJE

The multi-hyphenate literally shined as she celebrated Icon Award winner Cher.

GloRilla

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The rap star is ready for summer in this sexy, chic gown.

T-Pain

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The rapper kept it cool and casual in a stylish all-Black fit.

Flavor Flav

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Flav may not be know for his style, but he never works a carpet without his signature clock.

Ice Spice

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Her pink hair added a pop of color to her fashionable all-Black ensemble as she picked up the best new hip-hop artist award.

TLC

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PPf0iQqUDnY

T-Boz and Chilli haven’t aged a bit. The legends were stunning as they were honored with the Landmark Award and performed their classics, “No Scrubs” and “Waterfalls.”

Latto

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The “Big Energy” star certainly stood out in her red mini dress.

Ludacris

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The rapper/actor definitely gave off leading man vibes in this blue leather jacket.

Niecy Nash-Betts and Jessica Betts

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Niecy and Jessica are one of those couples who always compliment one another without constantly matching.

Doechii

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The young artist looked gorgeous and comfortable in this sweater dress/hoodie combo.

Brent Faiyaz

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The singer mixed things up with this stand out red varsity jacket.

Lola Brooke

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Lola Brooke exuded elegance in this stunning evening gown.

SZA

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SZA gave off major “Kill Bill” vibes as she received the R&B Artist of the Year award.

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