,

These Black Celebs Looked Absolutely Beautiful at the 2024 BAFTA Awards

Stars like Colman Domingo, Kingsley Ben-Adir, Idris Elba and more graced the carpets with their Sunday best, so let's take a glance!

Photo: Getty Images Ian West/PA Images

On Sunday, the 2024 EE British Academy Film Arts Awards gathered a handful of this year’s illustrious nominees for a night of celebration across the pond. The event saw a handful of fly fits both on the carpet and at the afterparty. Because we love to see us put it on at any time whether domestically or abroad, here’s a look at a handful of special sightings.

Video will return here when scrolled back into view
Trump’s Tariffs Might Stick Around. What Should We Buy Now?
Trump’s Tariffs Might Stick Around. What Should We Buy Now?

Colman Domingo

Photo: Getty Images Kate Green/BAFTA; Dave Benett for Netflix Photo: Getty Images Kate Green/BAFTA; Dave Benett for Netflix

This “Rustin” star dresses so well, we had to include him twice — first for his red carpet look and again for the afterparty ensemble.

Fantasia

Photo: Getty Images Kate Green/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA) Photo: Getty Images Kate Green/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA)

Forget “The Color Purple” — star Fantasia stunned as the lady in red for the special event.

Ayo Edebiri

Photo: Getty Images Wiktor Szymanowicz/Future Publishing Photo: Getty Images Wiktor Szymanowicz/Future Publishing

Pantone’s color of the year for 2024 and white feathers? YES CHEF and yes, Ayo!

Da’Vine Joy Randolph

Photo: Getty Images Samir Hussein/WireImage Photo: Getty Images Samir Hussein/WireImage

What a divine sight it is to see Da’Vine Joy Randolph also sporting Pantone’s Color of the Year for 2024.

Kingsley Ben-Adir

Photo: Getty Images Ian West/PA Images Photo: Getty Images Ian West/PA Images

If there’s one thing you don’t have to worry about when it comes to “Bob Marley: One Love” star Kingsley Ben-Adir, it’s him showing up less than dapper to any event.

Lashana Lynch

Photo: Getty Images Karwai Tang/WireImage Photo: Getty Images Karwai Tang/WireImage

I don’t know about you but Lashana Lynch will be my forever “Woman King” and this look just screams REGAL.

Idris Elba

Photo: Getty Images Rowben Lantion/BAFTA Photo: Getty Images Rowben Lantion/BAFTA

The name’s Elba, Idris Elba, and what a sight he is in white. Per usual.

Sabrina Elba

Photo: Getty Images Samir Hussein/WireImage Photo: Getty Images Samir Hussein/WireImage

You can never go wrong with a “little black dress,” but this number from Sabrina Elba turned that simple concept into a high-fashion one and we’re here for it!

Naomi Campbell

Photo: Getty Images Samir Hussein/WireImage Photo: Getty Images Samir Hussein/WireImage

Naomi Campbell could wear a paper sack and still make it look good at this point. While we’ve definitrly seen her in better looks, she’s still slaying better than most people on their best days.

Rege-Jean Page

Photo: Getty Images Jed Cullen/Dave Benett Photo: Getty Images Jed Cullen/Dave Benett

Rege-Jean Page, we know you’ve evolved into a “Gray Man” who occasionally fights in dungeons with dragons but we’d be lying if we said you wouldn’t be our forever #BridgertonBae. Look at how nicely you clean up...we always love to see it, your Grace.

Cord Jefferson

Photo: Getty Images Samir Hussein/WireImage Photo: Getty Images Samir Hussein/WireImage

You know what compliments Cord Jefferson’s simple yet stylish tux? Some gold (a.k.a. a BAFTA) to match. Looking good, Cord!

Taylor Russell

Photo: Getty Images Karwai Tang/WireImage Photo: Getty Images Karwai Tang/WireImage

If there’s one young star that always seems to understand the assignment at the same level as Zendaya, it’s Taylor Russell. She just GETS IT.

Sheila Atim

Photo: Getty Images Wiktor Szymanowicz/Future Publishing Photo: Getty Images Wiktor Szymanowicz/Future Publishing

All Dirt Roads May Taste of Salt for star Sheila Atim, but its clear those roads still lead to the Renaissance given all this beautiful silver.

Sophie Wilde

Photo: Getty Images Ian West/PA Images Photo: Getty Images Ian West/PA Images

What’s black, blue and gorgeous all over? Sophie Wilde’s look at the 2024 BAFTAs.

Adjoa Andoh

Photo: Getty Images Wiktor Szymanowicz/Future Publishing Photo: Getty Images Wiktor Szymanowicz/Future Publishing

That’s our Lady Danbury right there! Still looking like the queen of all queens!

June Givanni

Photo: Getty Images Samir Hussein/WireImage Photo: Getty Images Samir Hussein/WireImage

How fitting that June Givanni would wear gold to this event! Was it a foreshadowing, a manifestation or just a good look in general? Our vote is all three.

Barbie Kyagulanyi

Photo: Getty Images Joe Maher/BAFTA Photo: Getty Images Joe Maher/BAFTA

Barbie quite literally is the perfect name for Kyagulanyi because between her face card and this dress—we couldn’t think of a more picture perfect person.

Straight From The Root

Sign up for our free daily newsletter.

Latest from The Root

Songs by White Artists You Can Add to Your Black Cookout Playlist

Songs by White Artists You Can Add to Your Black Cookout Playlist

If you're planning your Fourth of July cookout playlist, these songs by blue-eyed soul artists should be in the mix ...
A Look at How Jay-Z Became The Best Dressed Rapper Alive

A Look at How Jay-Z Became The Best Dressed Rapper Alive

A look at how the "Best Dressed Rapper Alive" leveled up in fashion ...

Flint's Water Crisis Ends With A Major Development

Flint’s Water Crisis Ends With A Major Development

This milestone marks a record for one of the worst water crises in the nation's history ...
NBA's Mike Beasley's Alleged Gambling Issues Have Him Owing Money to <i>Who??</i>

NBA’s Mike Beasley’s Alleged Gambling Issues Have Him Owing Money to Who??

The amount of money Beasley apparently owes to his barber is insane ...
Diddy's Dramatic Reaction to His Trial Verdict Says it All...

Diddy’s Dramatic Reaction to His Trial Verdict Says it All…

After giving death stares to reporters and throwing up heart symbols to his children throughout the trial, Diddy's demeanor has taken a turn ...
Lizzo Reveals The Meals She Ate To Lose 100 Pounds

Lizzo Reveals The Meals She Ate To Lose 100 Pounds

The popular singer is finally sharing some secrets behind her amazing weight loss journey and we're taking notes! ...
Seven Singers That Black People Swear Can Sing, But We Know They Can't

Seven Singers That Black People Swear Can Sing, But We Know They Can’t

Can we have a frank and honest conversation? It is time we told the truth ...
Halle Bailey Debuts Potential New Man Amid DDG Drama and the Internet Says It's About Time!

Halle Bailey Debuts Potential New Man Amid DDG Drama and the Internet Says It’s About Time!

Bailey appears to be basking in her newfound happiness and a newfound man. And the social media streets are hot about it! ...
50 Cent, Other Celebs React to Shocking Diddy Verdict

50 Cent, Other Celebs React to Shocking Diddy Verdict

A handful of famous faces are finally starting to speak out about and the responses are...interesting! ...
Why Cassie Might Be the Reason Diddy Was Acquitted

Why Cassie Might Be the Reason Diddy Was Acquitted

Cassie Ventura might not be viewed as sympathetic for this one reason ...
WATCH: Diddy Fans Pour Baby Oil Over Each Other Outside the Courthouse Following Verdict, and the Internet Has Thoughts

WATCH: Diddy Fans Pour Baby Oil Over Each Other Outside the Courthouse Following Verdict, and the Internet Has Thoughts

As soon as Diddy was found not guilty of racketeering and sex trafficking, fans took to the streets lathering up in... baby oil ...
Carnival's New Rules Got Black Folks <i>All</i> in Their Feelings, But Others Say the Cruise Line is Justified

Carnival’s New Rules Got Black Folks All in Their Feelings, But Others Say the Cruise Line is Justified

Are Carnival's new rules restrictive, or racist? Some folks say it's the latter, and they're cancelling their reservations expeditiously ...

The Story Behind the Viral ‘Boots on the Ground’ Dance Performed By Beyoncé and Michelle Obama

As we roll into the Fourth of July weekend, we're looking at the story behind the latest viral line dance ...
Why This Phone Call From Ray J's Might Be a Genuine Cause For Concern

Why This Phone Call From Ray J’s Might Be a Genuine Cause For Concern

The "One Wish" singer is no stranger to making headlines, but this time might be cause for serious concern ...
Black America Left Shocked After Diddy Trial Verdict Finally Announced

Black America Left Shocked After Diddy Trial Verdict Finally Announced

Diddy was just found not guilty on racketeering and sex trafficking but guilty on prostitution charges ...
The Real Tea Behind Tina Knowles, Mathew Divorce

The Real Tea Behind Tina Knowles, Mathew Divorce

While it's been nearly 15 years since the couple ended their marriage, we now have a good clue as to what exactly caused its dissolution ...
Suge Knight Claims Tupac's Mother Made This Shocking Move in His Final Moments

Suge Knight Claims Tupac’s Mother Made This Shocking Move in His Final Moments

Knight's latest claim follows a series of confessions that might be tough to beliieve for a lot of folks ...
Spoilers: Black TikTok Has Interesting Theories on Taraji's Daughter's Death in 'Straw'

Spoilers: Black TikTok Has Interesting Theories on Taraji’s Daughter’s Death in ‘Straw’

A very interesting theory about the major plot twist of the film is now being widely dissected and we've just got to discuss it! ...
The Unbelievable Reasons Jury Deliberations in Diddy Trial Got off to a Rocky Start

The Unbelievable Reasons Jury Deliberations in Diddy Trial Got off to a Rocky Start

So far, the jury has sent five different notes to the judge, suggesting jury deliberation in this case will be tedious and difficult ...
The Gruesome Truth Behind the Death Of a 7-Year-Old Florida Girl Found Unresponsive in Her Home

The Gruesome Truth Behind the Death Of a 7-Year-Old Florida Girl Found Unresponsive in Her Home

Naikishia L. Williams originally told police her daughter became unresponsive after she was given medication, but quickly, those claims were refuted ...