2021 BET Awards Red Carpet Best Looks

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Black Hollywood was in the building for the 2021 BET Awards, bringing the fashion and music moments we love!

Before the show began, celebrities like City Girls, Zendaya, Ciara, and Ashanti were already trending for their fashion. Cardi B revealed her baby bump in a bejeweled bodysuit, styled by Kollin Carter, of course. Issa Rae made a statement in Balmain. And, host Taraji P. Henson transitioned through a dozen fabulous looks as she paid tribute to female entertainers during the show.

Zendaya paid homage to Beyoncé wearing a vintage Versace gown Bey famously wore in her Crazy In Love video. “Paying homage to the Queen Beyoncé wearing @versace SS2003 ….. get you a stylist with an ARCHIVE!!!!” her stylist and image architect Law Roach wrote on Instagram. 

Keep scrolling for the best looks from the star-studded evening:

1. Taraji P. Henson

Host Taraji P. Henson looked radiant in a sheer Versace corset gown with a thigh-high split. Henson was styled by Jason Bolden and her silky sleek tresses were laid by Tym Wallace. 

2. Cardi B and Offset

Cardi B and Offset revealed they’re expecting their 2nd child together during their performance. Read more: HERE. The rapper also took home Video of the Year for her #1 hit W.A.P. with Megan Thee Stallion.

3. Zendaya

Zendaya paid homage to Beyoncé wearing a vintage Versace gown Bey famously wore in her Crazy In Love video. “Paying homage to the Queen Beyoncé wearing @versace SS2003 ….. get you a stylist with an ARCHIVE!!!!” her stylist and image architect Law Roach wrote on Instagram. 

4. Megan Thee Stallion

Megan Thee Stallion gave us body-ody-ody in a goddess look with jewels. The rapper took home four awards, including Video of the Year for her #1 hit W.A.P. with Cardi B.

5. City Girls

City Girls stepped onto the BET Awards red carpet in sequin looks that sent them straight to the Twitter trending topics list.

6. Andra Day

Andra Day Gave us flowy vibes on the 2021 BET Awards in a layered pink and orange gown.

7. Jennifer Hudson

“Respect” actress Jennifer Hudson stepped out for award season and she came to make a statement in this bold black number by Dolce & Gabbana. 

8. Lil' Kim

Lil’ Kim attended the 2021 BET Awards draped in beads and strappy sandals that wrapped up her thigh.

9. Issa Rae

Issa Rae gave us a white moment in this statement blazer dress from Balmain.

10. Ciara

Ciara showed off her her recent 30 pound weight loss in a sparkling jumpsuit and boots by Alexanre Vauthier.

11. Lil' Nas X

Lil’ Nas X served two looks at the 2021 BET Awards. 

12. Lil' Nas X

Lil’ Nas X took a page out of Billy Porter’s fashion book and gave us a moment we’ll be talking about all week. The Montero pop star donned an Andrea Grossi gown with exposed pecs. 

13. Marsai Martin

Marsai Martin brought the melanin and a pop of color to the 2021 BET Awards with this colorful pairing.

14. Sevyn Streeter

Sevyn Streeter gave us body-ody in this golden custom dress by Deonte Nash that showed off her toned physique.

15. Coi Leray

Coi Leray stayed true to her signature sexy tomboy swag and rocked a bralet and baggy cargo pants.

16. Ebony Obsidian

Sisters star Ebony Obsidian gave us body and big hair in this sexy gown that showed off her incredible figure.

17. H.E.R

With a new album Back of My Mind and several BET nominations,  H.E.R had a lot to celebrate. The popular artist took to the red carpet in a black blazer and sheer pants. She later won Best Female R&B Album of the Year.

18. Ari Lennox

Soul songstress Ari Lennox hit the red carpet in a white cutout gown with high split by Bishme Cromartie.

19. Summer Walker

New mom Summer Walker showed off her post-pregnancy body in a hip-hugging ruched gown. 

20. Flo Milli

On the rise rapper Flo Milli set the red carpet ablaze in this see-through chain dress by Natalia Fedner and long flowing locks.

21. Eva Marcille and Michael Sterling

Eva Marcille and hubby Michael Sterling served Black love on the red carpet.

22. Chloe Bailey

Chloe Bailey represented for the sister duo Chloe x Halle on the red carpet wearing a sheer net dress showing off every curve. 

23. Jazmine Sullivan

Jazmine Sullivan won on the red carpet and at the 2021 BET Awards. The soulful singer wore a sheer bright pink flowing dress. She also won big taking home the Best Album of the Year.

24. Queen Latifah

Queen Latifah embodied a queen on the red carpet, donning a black and white ensemble with a black cape. The rapper and actress took home the Lifetime Achievement Award.

25. Kirk Franklin and Tammy Collins

Kirk Franklin and wife Tammy Collins looked like the perfect pair in bright and neutral fits.

26. Congresswoman Maxine Waters

Congresswoman Maxine Waters looked angelic in her all-white pants and coordinating top. 

27. MC Lyte

MC Lyte looked stunning in a fuschia dress.