The Baddest Black Fashion From the 2025 Governors Awards

Damson Idris, Teyana Taylor and Debbie Allen are some of Black stars who showed off their style at the 2025 Governors Awards.

The stars were out on Nov. 16 for the 2025 Governors Awards in Los Angeles. The event, presented by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, is a chance to honor artists for their lifetime contributions to film, including Debbie Allen, who received a well-deserved honorary Oscar. When you gather the best and brightest in Hollywood, you already know that you can expect some serious style.

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Damson Idris, Teyana Taylor and Andra Day are just a few of the stars who slayed the red carpet at the 2025 Governors Awards. If this is a preview of the looks we’re going to see this award season, we can’t wait to see what’s next.

Queen Latifah

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All hail the Queen! Latifah looks regal in a floor-length Lanvin gown.

Damson Idris

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Damson Idris looks dapper in a Ralph Lauren tux.

Teyana Taylor

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Teyana Taylor continues her stunning red carpet streak wearing a gorgeous bodycon tube dress from Miss Sohee Couture.

Cynthia Erivo

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“Wicked: For Good” star Cynthia Erivo wears a floor-length Givenchy gown.

Debbie Allen

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Honorary Oscar winner Debbie Allen wears a coat with beautiful embroidery and gold accents.

Michael B. Jordan

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Michael B. Jordan keeps it classic in Louis Vuitton.

Jurnee Smollett

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Jurnee Smollett wears a Alberta Ferretti slip dress.

Regina Hall

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From the sheer long-sleeved top to the peek of leg in the skirt, Regina Hall serves red carpet sexy.

Paul Tazewell

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Award-winning costume designer Paul Tazewell pairs black and white perfectly.

Andra Day

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Actress Andra Day in a beautiful Marmar Halim corset gown.

Ryan Coogler & Zinzi Coogler

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Filmmaker Ryan Coogler and his wife, Zinzi are a perfect pair on the red carpet.

Jayme Lawson

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“Sinners” actress Jayme Lawson makes a bold statement in an orange gown with fringe detail.

Tessa Thompson

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Tessa Thompson glows in a red off-the-shoulder gown from Valentino.

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