These Black Celebs Showed Up and Out at the 2026 Time Women of the Year Gala

Teyana Taylor, Sheryl Lee Ralph and Queen Latifah were among the Black women who attended the 2026 Time Women of the Year gala.

Some of the biggest names gathered in Los Angeles on March 10 for the 2026 Time Women of the Year gala. The annual event honored the 16 women chosen for their accomplishments in their fields and the role they’ve played in inspiring future generations of women to excel in the arts, science, activism and more.

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Teyana Taylor, Sheryl Lee Ralph and Amy Sherald were among the trailblazing Black women honored at this special, star-studded event. Now, we’re looking at all of the Black women who came out to celebrate excellence at the 2026 Time Women of the Year gala.

Teyana Taylor

WEST HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 10: Teyana Taylor speaks onstage during the TIME Women of the Year Gala 2026 at The West Hollywood EDITION on March 10, 2026 in West Hollywood, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images for TIME)

Teyana Taylor, one of the 2026 honorees, addressed the audience, sharing her appreciation for being recognized among some of the most influential women.

 ”I’m just so honored that I get to just be here with you all tonight—and honestly, every other amazing woman that is sitting here as well,” she said. 

Sheryl Lee Ralph

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Actress Sheryl Lee Ralph was honored for her contributions to the entertainment industry.

Tamera Mowry-Housley

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Actress Tamera Mowry-Housley wore a gorgeous off-shoulder gown.

Jordan Chiles

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Olympic gymnast Jordan Chiles

Queen Latifah and Amy Sherald

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Queen Latifah poses with 2026 honoree, artist Amy Sherald.

Elaine Welteroth

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Journalist and television personality Elaine Welteroth

Bozoma Saint John

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Marketing executive and influencer Bozoma Saint John

Chanel Iman

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Model Chanel Iman was among the stars in attendance at the 2026 gala event.

Cari Champion

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Journalist Cari Champion shined on the carpet in a gold, floor-length gown.

Nneka Onuorah

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Director and producer Nneka Onuorah

Isata Dumbuya

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Midwife and Director at Partners In Health, Isata Dumbuya was among the 2026 honorees who attended the gala in Los Angeles

Teyana Taylor Cover

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Actress and honoree Teyana Taylor posed for a stunning cover photo shoot.

Aisha Bowe

Aisha Bowe at the TIME 2026 Women of the Year Gala held at The West Hollywood EDITION on March 10, 2026 in West Hollywood, California. (Photo by Michael Buckner/Variety via Getty Images)

Aerospace engineer and STEM advocate Aisha Bowe

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