The 2023 NAACP Awards were held Saturday (Feb. 25) where Black excellence was celebrated throughout film, television, music, and humanitarian efforts. Before your favorite celebs took the stage to accept their awards, they put on a whole different show on the red carpet. Take a look at 10 of the best looks from the night:

• 10. Sheryl Lee Ralph

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  Sheryl Lee Ralph's infectious positive energy can be felt miles away, but during this year's awards, she pulled off a stunning orange gown that could lift anyone's spirits.

• 9. Brandee Evan

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  Similar to her character on 'P-Valley,' Brandee brought her fierceness to the red carpet in a sexy black sweetheart gown.

• 8. Angela Bassett

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  Angela Bassett "did the thing" with her gorgeous white pantsuit embellished with exaggerated puffy sleeves.
• 7. Coco Jones

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  Actress and singer Coco Jones was giving everything in her cut-out black dress. The high slit and sleek straight hair made her look effortlessly gorgeous.

• 6. Quinta Brunson

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  'Abbott Elementary' creator Quinta Brunson dazzled in her sparkly sequin dress which paired beautifully with her curls.

• 5. Kyla Pratt

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  The bright red and off-the-shoulder moment tied together with her curly updo was *chef's kiss.*
• 4. Kennedy Stephens

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  The half-up half-down hair, the high slit, the gorgeous silver color, not sure there is anything to dislike about Kennedy Stephens' beautiful red carpet look.

• 3. Marsai Martin

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  Marsai Martin represents Young Hollywood well on and off camera and especially at her recent red carpets. The actress looked so poised and sophisticated in her updo, gorgeous neutral-tone makeup, and beautiful black-and-blue gown.

• 2. Janelle Monáe

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  Janelle Monáe is always someone you don't want to miss on the red carpet. The 'Glass Onion' star looked effortlessly stunning in a red satin gown.
• 1. Zendaya

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  Zendaya never fails to be the moment on the red carpet and this year's NAACP Awards was no different. She rocked her new bob and a vintage 2002 black and green Atelier Versace gown paired with black heels. A perfect 10/10 look.

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