Ariana DeBose exuded elegance during her latest red carpet appearance. A day after wearing Alexander McQueen [1] to the NAACP Image Awards [2], the actor wore a pink Valentino gown to the SAG Awards [3] in Los Angeles on Feb. 27.
Bringing to mind comparisons to Marilyn Monroe's iconic "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes" look, the dress was pulled from the brand's spring 2022 couture collection and features a strapless, column silhouette with a bustle at the back. Styled by duo Zadrian Smith and Sarah Edmiston, the outfit was completed with diamond jewelry, including a matching necklace and bracelet.
DeBose gushed over her gown during a preshow interview with People and Entertainment Weekly: "Can we just talk about the color? The beautiful jewel tones at the SAG Awards?" It was the start of a big night for DeBose, whose portrayal of Anita [4] in Steven Spielberg [5]'s "West Side Story" remake earned her the award [6] for outstanding performance by a female actor in a supporting role. She added, "I'm just in a celebratory mode. I've got a constant loop of Doja Cat in my head."
Ariana DeBose's Valentino Dress at the 2022 SAG Awards
