Celebrities at the ESSENCE Black Women in Hollywood Awards 2024
ESSENCE’s 17th annual Black Women in Hollywood Awards took place on March 7 and it was another fashion-filled red carpet featuring stars from Zendaya to Danielle Brooks.

The annual event celebrates the accomplishments of Black women in film and TV, and in a week filled with Oscars parties, Billboard’s Women in Music event, and more, ESSENCE’s award show is happening at a prime time in the industry.
The 2024 Black Women in Hollywood Award honorees and entertainment industry trailblazers include Academy Award-nominated actress, The Color Purple star Danielle Brooks, six-time Grammy-nominated singer and Little Mermaid actress Halle Bailey.
Method Man was on hosting duties for the celebration, which ESSENCE says, “Highlights the women who are making their unquestionable mark in film and television.” Other attendees include Zendaya, Tia and Tamera Mowry, and many more.
See all the stars who stunned on the 2024 Essence Black Women in Hollywood Awards!
Michaela Jaé Rodriguez
Michaela Jaé Rodriguez went for a leather-on-leather look with an edgy mini dress and trenchcoat.
Tamera Mowry & Tia Mowry
It was a sister act for Tamera Mowry and Tia Mowry who played with totally different styles, trying out a girly dress and a power suit.
Andra Day
Singer Andra Day brought some sparkle in a sequin Georges Hobeika two-piece set with bold, sheer panels.
Zendaya
Dune 2 star Zendaya has been pulling look after look lately and, after stunning at the Green Carpet Awards last night, we didn’t think it could get any better.
But, of course, the actress outdid herself with Jean Paul Gaultier SS20 Couture corset, paired with low-rise jeans and Bulgari jewelry.
Law Roach
Zendaya’s powerhouse stylist Law Roach also appeared alongside his muse.
Normani
Normani went pantless in a sheer tight and a Pallas Paris black waistcoat.
Amber Riley
Glee alum Amber Riley also tried out the metallic trend in this mesmerizing silver dress with a corsetted waist.
Halle Bailey
New mom Halle Bailey brought a pop of pink to the carpet in this flowing gown.
Chloe Bailey
Her proud sister, Chloe Bailey, was also there to support in an edgy white-on-white look, pairing combat pants with a high-neck top and a flowing train.
Halle Bailey & Chloe Bailey
The sisters then shared an adorable moment after Chloe presented her younger sister with an award.
Anthony Anderson
Black-ish star Anthony Anderson went for a gingham suit.
Danielle Brooks
The stunning, Oscar-nominated Danielle Brooks looked truly angelic in a gold Hervé Lèger, ankle-length dress with a halo accessory.
Kat Graham
Kat Graham also went for hot pink with her two-toned corset and satin pants.
Loni Love
The Real host Loni Love wore a long-sleeve, black gown with a geometric pattern.
Marsai Martin
Black-ish star Marsai Martin opted for a playful Sarawong gown featuring sequins, feathers and just about anything a girl could ask for.
Method Man
Method Man channelled his inner Barbie with this baby pink suit.
Letitia Wright
Black Panther star Letitia Wright always brings edge to the carpet and we loved this forest green, leather Ferragamo suit.
Rashida Olayiwola
Rashida Olayiwola, one of our favorite female comedians right now, was a ray of sunshine in yellow.
Tina Knowles
Beyoncé’s mom Tina Knowles attended in a sleek black look with bold leather gloves.
Zuri Hall
Zuri Hall put her spin on the classic little black dress with this chic look.
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