Best Black Fashion At The 2026 Tony Awards
On June 7, the 79th annual Tony Awards took over New York City. The night, dedicated to celebrating the very best of Broadway theater, included some amazing wins for Black artists. History was made when costume designer Qween Jean became the first openly transgender woman to win a Tony Award. After four nominations, actor and singer Joshua Henry won his first-ever award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical for his role in the iconic musical “Ragtime.”
However, before all the good stuff happened on stage, Black stars showed out on the red carpet and gave us some incredible looks. Here are the best outfits we spotted at the Tony Awards.
Paul Tazewell
Oscar-winning costume designer Paul Tazewell pulled up in a classy suit with a pop of glittery gold and green patterns on the bottom of his blazer. It’s giving Emerald City royalty.
Kara Young
Two-time Tony Award winner and star of “Is God Is,” Kara Young walked the carpet wrapped in a gorgeous green gown.
Melba Wilson
Melba Wilson, a chef and owner of the iconic Harlem restaurant Melba’s, attended the Tonys in a tasseled white dress that made her look angelic.
Usher and Jennifer Goicoechea
Always one to look fly on a red carpet, Usher opted for a leather suit jacket, shirt and tie. His wife, Jennifer Goicoechea, stepped out in a sheer dress with gold and black jewels sewn into the fabric.
Qween Jean
Before making history last night as the first openly transgender woman to win a Tony, costume designer Qween Jean stunned in a blush pink gown and chunky jewelry.
Amber Ruffin
Comedian and writer for “Late Night with Seth Meyers,” Amber Ruffin dazzled in a polka-dot fishtail style gown and a pretty, fluffy afro.
Law Roach
Law Roach graced the carpet in a simple but incredibly elegant black suit with a silver brooch on the lapels of his blazer.
Jeremy Pope
Two-time Tony Award nominee Jeremy Pope looked fierce last night in an ombre black and white gown with a matching hat and gloves.
Joshua Henry
Joshua Henry was incredibly handsome last night in a flowery two-piece set with velvet loafers and a charming smile.
Queen Latifah
Queen Latifah showed off her stunning feathered cape as she posed for the cameras on the carpet.
Lia Chang and André De Shields
Award-winning TV producer Lia Chang and Tony Award-winning singer and actor André De Shields were hard to miss last night, coordinating in vibrant, sparkling looks with show stopping makeup from Shields.
Ayesha Curry
Ayesha Curry looked beautiful in a red tasseled gown that draped over her shoulders and faded to a salmon pink on the carpet.
Danielle Brooks
“The Color Purple” star Danielle Brooks shimmered on the carpet in a glittery silver and gold dress with black lace adorning her neckline.
Megan Thee Stallion
Hot Girl Megan Thee Stallion flaunted her killer body in a light blue, sheer dress decorated with black twinkling roses.
Celia Rose Gooding
Grammy Award-winning and Tony-nominated Broadway actress Celia Rose Gooding served last night in a cream dress embossed with gold patterns and white flowers.
Leslie Odom Jr.
“Hamilton” star Leslie Odom Jr. gave us a pop of color with a bright red bomber jacket over a black suit and Timberlands.
Sting and Shaggy
Iconic British musician Sting and Jamaican-American singer Shaggy attended the glitzy event together, looking dapper in shades and fitted suits.
