Oscars Stars Ready to Shine on Red Carpet

A-list celebrities prepare to make fashion statements at the 2026 Academy Awards ceremony.

Mar. 15, 2026 at 11:12pm

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As Hollywood's biggest names gather for the Oscars on Sunday, A-list celebrities will have their moment in the spotlight on the red carpet. Some will win there even if they fail to take home an Academy Award. Teyana Taylor, Timothée Chalamet and Emma Stone are just a few of the fashionable actors up for Oscars this year, known for their red carpet risk-taking. The Oscars red carpet is the final chance for nominees to dazzle before the curtain closes on award season, with luxury fashion houses dominating the looks. Actors have also used the red carpet to make political statements in recent years.

Why it matters

The Oscars red carpet is a major event in Hollywood, where celebrities showcase their fashion and use the platform to make statements. This year's ceremony comes amid ongoing global turmoil, and the red carpet could see more celebrities addressing current events through their attire and accessories.

The details

For this year's nominees, the Oscars red carpet is the final chance to dazzle before the curtain closes on award season. While some stars stick to traditional codes of red-carpet attire choosing to wear tuxedos and evening gowns, others shake it up with their own fresh spin on black tie dressing. Teyana Taylor, Timothée Chalamet and Emma Stone are just a few of the fashionable actors up for Academy Awards this year, known for their red carpet risk-taking. The luxury fashion houses from Armani, Dior, Valentino, Prada to Chanel dominate the Oscars red carpet each year, with celebrities often wearing these major brands as brand ambassadors. Actors have also made political statements on the red carpet, with 'ICE OUT' or 'BE GOOD' pins appearing at several red carpets this award season in response to recent events.

  • The Oscars ceremony will kick off at 7 p.m. Eastern/4 p.m. Pacific on Sunday, March 16, 2026.
  • The red carpet will open around 3:30 p.m. EST on Sunday, March 16, 2026.

The players

Teyana Taylor

An actress nominated for best supporting actress, known for her stylish red carpet choices.

Timothée Chalamet

An actor nominated for an Academy Award, known for his fresh takes on black tie dressing on the red carpet.

Emma Stone

An actress nominated for an Oscar, known for her fashionable red carpet looks.

Mia Goth

An actress who was named a brand ambassador by Dior last year and wore a black Dior gown to the Golden Globes.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee

The takeaway

The Oscars red carpet remains a high-profile event where celebrities can make bold fashion and political statements, showcasing their style and using their platform to address current events. This year's ceremony comes at a time of global turmoil, and the red carpet could see more celebrities using their moment in the spotlight to address pressing issues.