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The best red carpet looks from the 2026 Actor Awards

From Yerin Ha to Jessie Buckley...

The 2026 Actor Awards are here. Formerly known as the SAG-AFTRA Awards, the awards show has been renamed to the Actor Awards. The trophy has always been called ‘The Actor”, so they are aligning with that.

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With the awards ceremony set to begin at 12pm AEDT — follow our live updates here or watch it yourself via Netflix — the stars made their grand entrances, turning heads with their fashion choices.

Below, The Weekly has rounded up our favourite looks from the 2026 Actor Awards. The theme this year, was “Twenties”.

The best red carpet looks from the 2026 Actor Awards

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 01: Kristen Bell attends the 32nd Annual Actor Awards at Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall on March 01, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images)

Kristen Bell

Host

Kristen looked phenomenal in this silver gown.

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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 01: Fran Drescher attends the 32nd Annual Actor Awards at Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall on March 01, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Emma McIntyre/FilmMagic)

Fran Drescher

The SAG-AFTRA president Fran Drescher looked fun and fabulous in this perfectly on these ensemble, complete with a top hat and a fluffy cape.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 01: Yerin Ha attends the 32nd Annual Actor Awards at Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall on March 01, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images)

Yerin Ha

Actor Awards Ambassador

Party in the top and business at the bottom is what we think of with this terrific outfit from Australian leading lady, Yerin Ha.

Jessie Buckley at The 32nd Annual Actor Awards Presented by SAG-AFTRA held at the Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall on March 01, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Gilbert Flores/Variety via Getty Images)

Jessie Buckley

The Irish actress is having a phenomenal awards season, taking home most best actress awards for her performance in Hamnet. And unsurprisingly, she’s up for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading Role for the role!

We loved this black and white gown that oozes 1920s Hollywood glamour.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 01: Kate Hudson attends the 32nd Annual Actor Awards at Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall on March 01, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images)

Kate Hudson

This floor-length cream gown is stunningly ethereal; we would expect nothing else from the heavenly Kate Hudson. She’s also nominated for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading Role for Song Sung Blue.

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Teyana Taylor and Rue Rose Shumpert at The 32nd Annual Actor Awards Presented by SAG-AFTRA held at the Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall on March 01, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by JC Olivera/Variety via Getty Images)

Teyana Taylor and Rue Rose Shumpert

Teyana Taylor was joined on the red carpet with her adorable daughter, Rue Rose Shumpert! The two were the biggest hits on the red carpet, at one point, Rue Rose also sang a song with Jessie Buckley!

Plus, they both looked incredible!

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 01: Rose Byrne attends the 32nd Annual Actor Awards at Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall on March 01, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic)

Rose Byrne

Australia’s golden girl, Rose Byrne, also up for her Academy Award, is also nominated for Outstanding Performance by a female Actor in a Leading Role for her performance in If I Had Legs I’d Kick You.

We love this white flappy-style dress, although very on-theme, it’s timeless!

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 01: Jean Smart attends the 32nd Annual Actor Awards at Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall on March 01, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Monica Schipper/WireImage)

Jean Smart

Jean Smart oozes old-world glamour with this silky gold and black look. She’s nominated tonight for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Comedy Series for her role in Hacks.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 01: (L-R) Leslie Bibb and Sam Rockwell attend the 32nd Annual Actor Awards at Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall on March 01, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images)

Leslie Bibb and Sam Rockwell

Everyone’s favourite red carpet couple, Leslie Bibb and Sam Rockwell, looked stunning in an all-black look (including sunglasses) and a sequin ball gown with floral embellishments.

They both starred in the most recent season of The White Lotus, which is up for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series.

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Erin Doherty at The 32nd Annual Actor Awards Presented by SAG-AFTRA held at the Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall on March 01, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Gilbert Flores/Variety via Getty Images)

Erin Doherty

British actress Erin Doherty is also having a fantastic awards season. She’s nominated tonight for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Television Movie or Limited Series for Adolescence.

We also adore this structured pale rose gold gown and the matching shoes. Stunning!

Jason Bateman and Amanda Anka at The 32nd Annual Actor Awards Presented by SAG-AFTRA held at the Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall on March 01, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by JC Olivera/Variety via Getty Images)

Jason Bateman and Amanda Anka

Loved-up married couple Jason Bateman and Amanda Anka looked perfectly on these which is stunning gown! Jason is nominated tonight for her performance in Black Rabbit.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 01: Aimee Lou Wood attends the 32nd Annual Actor Awards at Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall on March 01, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Monica Schipper/WireImage)

Aimee Lou Wood

This colour on Aimee Lou Wood is simply beautiful. The flowy gown is the perfect look for The White Lotus actress. Her show is nominated for Outstanding Ensemble.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 01: Kristen Wiig attends the 32nd Annual Actor Awards at Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall on March 01, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Monica Schipper/WireImage)

Kristen Wiig

We love a daring cut-out, and Kristen Wiig really brought it with this sleek black gown. She’s nominated tonight for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Comedy Series for Palm Royale.

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Viola Davis at The 32nd Annual Actor Awards Presented by SAG-AFTRA held at the Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall on March 01, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by JC Olivera/Variety via Getty Images)

Viola Davis

Academy Award-winning actress Viola Davis was the epitome of elegance and grace in this turquoise gown with dramatic sleeves.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 01: (L-R) Calista Flockhart and Harrison Ford attend the 32nd Annual Actor Awards at Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall on March 01, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/WireImage)

Calista Flockhart and Harrison Ford

Everyone’s favourite Hollywood lovers, Calista Flockhart and Harrison Ford, graced the red carpet with classic looks. Calista is in a sleek, silky black gown with a dramatic side cape and Harrison is in a perfect tuxedo. He’s the recipient of the SAG-AFTRA Life Achievement Award.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 01: Sarah Paulson attends the 32nd Annual Actor Awards at Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall on March 01, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images)

Sarah Paulson

Her cute bob, her doll-like dress and pointy silver shoes, everything about this look from Sarah Paulson is fun and stylish.

Ethan Hawke at The 32nd Annual Actor Awards Presented by SAG-AFTRA held at the Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall on March 01, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by JC Olivera/Variety via Getty Images)

Ethan Hawke

Nominated tonight for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role for Blue Moon. He forwent a classic tuxedo for this military-esque waistcoat.

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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 01: Paul Mescal attends the 32nd Annual Actor Awards at Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall on March 01, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/WireImage)

Paul Mescal

Irish actor Paul Mescal also have some fun with is outfit with a white cravat instead of a more traditional bowtie. He’s up for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Supporting Role for Hamnet.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 01: Allison Janney attends the 32nd Annual Actor Awards at Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall on March 01, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images)

Allison Janney

This could our favourite look of the night, drama and structure combine in Allison Janney’s white gown with cicrle embellishments.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 01: (L-R) Donna Jordan and Michael B. Jordan attend the 32nd Annual Actor Awards at Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall on March 01, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images)

Donna Jordan and Michael B. Jordan

Michael B Jordan attended the awards tonight with his mother, Donna Jordan! Her dress and matching velvet scarf were fabulous. And his grey suit, paired with a blue shirt and tie, was a stylish change amongst the men.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 01: Gwyneth Paltrow attends the 32nd Annual Actor Awards at Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall on March 01, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images)

Gwyneth Paltrow

Goop’s Gwyneth Paltrow brought some dark glamours with this beaded lace dress with a deep neckline and black heels with bows.

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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 01: Demi Moore attends the 32nd Annual Actor Awards at Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall on March 01, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images)

Demi Moore

Oh, the drama! Demi Moore’s dress turned heads on the red carpet. Seemingly sleek and elegant from the front, the fabulous puffy tail was beyond fabulous.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 01: (L-R) Emma Stone and Dave McCary attend the 32nd Annual Actor Awards at Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall on March 01, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images)

Emma Stone and Dave McCary

Oscar-winning-actress Emma Stone is up for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading Role for Bugonia. Her lilac lookis very on theme with a modern colour twist.

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Jamie Lee Curtis

Jamie Lee Curtis, nominated this year for her performance in The Last Showgirl, opted for this fabulous, sparkly black gown which featured a feathered neckline and sleeves.

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Kathy Bates

Kathy Bates sure makes comfortable look chic. We love everything about this look from the silk jacket right down to the comfy sneakers.

Elle Fanning

Elle Fanning looked very old Hollywood in this simple but elegant black dress.

Jon M. Chu

We love it when a man strays from the traditional black tux. Case in point: Wicked director Jon M. Chu in this brown three-piece suit.

Pamela Anderson

“Grecian Goddess” is what comes to mind when looking at Pamela Anderson‘s SAG Awards red carpet look.

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Kerry Washington

Kerry Washington looked ever so pretty in pink on the red carpet.

Nicola Coughlan

We love Nicola Coughlan, star of Bridgerton and nominated this year for her performance in Season 3, in this baby blue gown. Also, she edged it up a bit with leather gloves. Chef’s kiss!

Brooke Shields

Brooke Shields also looked stunning on the Sag Awards red carpet in this sparkling silver number.

Fran Drescher

Fran Drescher, President of SAG-AFTRA, wowed the crowd in this silky, pink suit.

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Kristen Bell

Host of this year’s SAG Awards Kristen Bell looked beautiful in this glittery, multi-tiered dress.

Selena Gomez

Selena Gomez, star of Only Murders in the Building, was giving Snow White vibes on the red carpet. She looked exquisite!

Kaitlyn Dever

Kaitlyn Dever, who stars as Belle Gibson in Apple Cider Vinegar, looked incredibly sophisticated in this embroidered gown.

Michelle Yeoh

Oscar-winner Michelle Yeoh looked ethereal in this glittery, watercolour-inspired dress.

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Jane Fonda

Iconic. That’s the only way to describe Jane Fonda in this fun pink and black dress.

Adam Brody and Leighton Meester

Adam Brody, nominated this year for Nobody Wants This, walked the red carpet with his wife Leighton Meester. He looked resplendent in a classic black suit and she also looked wonderful in her cut-out dress.

Demi Moore

Demi Moore, nominated for Best Actress this year, opted for a black leather gown and also looked phenomenal.

Ariana Grande

Ariana Grande was nominated this year for her performance in Wicked. Unsurprisingly, she stepped out in yet another Glinda-inspired look.

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Gillian Anderson

Gillian Anderson rocked this sweet strapless dress that featured a black and white flower print.

Zoe Saldana

We love a dress with a statement sleeve and Zoe Saldana’s dress is no exception! The Emilia Pérez star looked fabulous.

Keke Palmer

Keke Palmer looked gorgeous in this Chanel gown, which she accessorised with long black gloves. Furthermore, what makes the look even more incredible is the fact that this gown is the same one Jamie Lee Curtis famously wore in 1985.

resplendent in a classic black suit and she also looked wonderful in her cut-out dress.

Demi Moore, nominated for Best Actress this year, opted for a black leather gown and also looked phenomenal.

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Ariana Grande was nominated this year for her performance in Wicked. Unsurprisingly, she stepped out in yet another Glinda-inspired look.

Gillian Anderson rocked this sweet strapless dress that featured a black and white flower print.

We love a dress with a statement sleeve and Zoe Saldana’s dress is no exception! The Emilia Pérez star looked fabulous.

Keke Palmer looked gorgeous in this Chanel gown, which she accessorised with long black gloves. Furthermore, what makes the look even more incredible is the fact that this gown is the same one Jamie Lee Curtis famously wore in 1985.

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