theGrio Style Guide: Black Women in Hollywood, Brian Tyree Henry’s self-love, and Halle Berry’s museum-worthy gown

This week, the top names in Black Hollywood and entertainment gathered in Los Angeles for Essence’s 16th annual Black Women in Hollywood Awards Luncheon.

As one of Black culture’s most coveted tickets during awards season, the awards ceremony recognized the extraordinary achievements of Black women who are helping diverse Black stories to be told, including Sheryl Lee Ralph, Danielle Deadwyler, Gina Prince-Bythewood, Dominique Thorne, and Tara Duncan. The inspiring event was hosted by Boris Kodjoe, with appearances by Chloe Bailey, Viola Davis, Yara Shahidi, Quinta Brunson, Chinonye Chukwu, Daniel Kaluuya, and Ryan Coogler. 

While the honorees shined on stage, the luncheon’s attendees shined just as brightly on the red carpet! 

Yara Shahidi

Yara Shahidi at the 2023 ESSENCE Black Women In Hollywood Awards

Quinta Brunson

Quinta Brunson at the 2023 ESSENCE Black Women In Hollywood Awards

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