{"id":267989,"date":"2019-02-21T17:48:17","date_gmt":"2019-02-22T00:48:17","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/b1017184"},"modified":"2019-02-21T17:48:17","modified_gmt":"2019-02-22T00:48:17","slug":"kelly-rowland-regina-king-and-more-stars-sizzle-at-the-2019-essence-black-women-in-hollywood-awards-luncheon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/alwaysmountaintime.com\/kidn\/music-news\/kelly-rowland-regina-king-and-more-stars-sizzle-at-the-2019-essence-black-women-in-hollywood-awards-luncheon\/","title":{"rendered":"Kelly Rowland, Regina King and More Stars Sizzle at the 2019 Essence Black Women in Hollywood Awards Luncheon"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Just days before the 2019 Oscars<\/a> air on Sunday, Feb. 24, celebrities flocked to the 2019 Essence Black Women in Hollywood Awards.<\/p>\n

From Kelly Rowland<\/a><\/strong> to Regina King<\/strong> to Octavia Spencer<\/a><\/strong>, the star-studded event was full of Hollywood talent.<\/p>\n

At today’s luncheon, Essence<\/em> is honoring Amandla Stenberg<\/a><\/strong>, Jenifer Lewis<\/strong>, Kiki Layne<\/strong> and Regina Hall<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

An eyewitness tells E! News that Eva Marcille<\/strong> was so moved by Stenberg’s speech, she was the first to stand up for\u00a0her ovation.<\/p>\n

Another notable moment? Layne’s Breakout Star acceptance speech, where spoke about how she feels like she isn’t alone “in all of this.”<\/p>\n

“It is the very beginning for me and being here in this room and receiving this award, it’s showing me that I’m not by myself in all of this,” the If Beale Street Could Talk<\/em> actress said in her acceptance speech<\/a>.<\/p>\n

“People ask me all the time \u2018How has all of this been? Your life is changing?’ I mean, it’s really exciting and I’m so very thankful but it’s also extremely terrifying.”<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n

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The insider shares King, who presented the award to Kiki, was very touched by the star’s speech.<\/p>\n

“I’m crying like I’m actually your momma,” King said.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n

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\"Regina<\/p>\n

Leon Bennett\/Getty Images for Essence<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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The insider also shares that Lewis low-key mentioned\u00a0Jussie Smollett<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0during her acceptance speech. While she didn’t explicitly say his name, she did sing a song about her “comment” on his situation<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Aside from the awards segment, the red carpet displayed fearless fashion as everyone\u00a0dazzled in bright and bold ensembles.<\/p>\n

All shades of blue took over the luncheon. Jenifer Lewis,\u00a0Angela Bassett<\/a><\/strong>,\u00a0Tati Gabrielle<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0Chloe Bailey<\/strong>\u00a0(of the singing duo Chloe x Halle<\/strong>) attended the event in\u00a0various\u00a0blue-toned outfits.<\/p>\n

Along with the ocean hue, neon colors, hot pink and pantsuits were also trendy on the red carpet.<\/p>\n

To see all of the swoon-worthy ensembles at\u00a0the 2019 Essence Black Women in Hollywood Awards luncheon,\u00a0take a look at our gallery.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n

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\"Kelly<\/div>\n

Leon Bennett\/Getty Images for Essence<\/p>\n

Kelly Rowland<\/h3>\n

Outfit change! The 38-year-old songstress stuns in a white pantsuit that features colorful pom poms.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\"Cynthia<\/div>\n

Leon Bennett\/Getty Images for Essence<\/p>\n

Cynthia Erivo<\/h3>\n

The British actress brightens up the red carpet in her orange lace ensemble.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\"Ryan<\/div>\n

Leon Bennett\/Getty Images for Essence<\/p>\n

Ryan Michelle Bathe<\/h3>\n

The 42-year-old actress sizzles in this simple, yet striking mini-dress. She pairs her outfit with rainbow-colored heels and a statement necklace.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\"Iyanla<\/div>\n

Leon Bennett\/Getty Images for Essence<\/p>\n

Iyanla Vanzant<\/h3>\n

The author and inspirational speaker\u00a0looks white-hot\u00a0on the red carpet with her peplum top and pencil skirt ensemble.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\"Sherri<\/div>\n

Leon Bennett\/Getty Images for Essence<\/p>\n

Sherri Shepherd<\/h3>\n

The TV personality and comedian brings a pop of color to the star-studded event with her neon green skirt and\u00a0“Sexy” tee.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\"Chloe<\/div>\n

Leon Bennett\/Getty Images for Essence<\/p>\n

Chloe x Halle<\/h3>\n

The sensational singing duo are practically twinning on the red carpet.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\"Kelly<\/div>\n

Leon Bennett\/Getty Images for Essence<\/p>\n

Kelly Rowland<\/h3>\n

Pretty in pink! The\u00a0Destiny’s Child\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>songstress makes a stylish splash in this satin mini-dress.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\"Tina<\/div>\n

Leon Bennett\/Getty Images for Essence<\/p>\n

Tina Knowles Lawson<\/h3>\n

Hey, Ms. Tina! The celeb brings the glam in an elegant ensemble.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\"Regina<\/div>\n

Leon Bennett\/Getty Images for Essence<\/p>\n

Regina Hall<\/h3>\n

The actress looks like the belle of the ball in this light pink gown.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\"Eva<\/div>\n

Leon Bennett\/Getty Images for Essence<\/p>\n

Eva Marcille<\/h3>\n

The\u00a0Real Housewives of Atlanta<\/em> star’s feathered ensemble is seriously head-turning.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\"Angela<\/div>\n

Leon Bennett\/Getty Images for Essence<\/p>\n

Angela Bassett<\/h3>\n

The\u00a0Black Panther<\/em> star opts for a modern royal blue look.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\"Amandla<\/div>\n

Rich Polk\/Getty Images for Essence<\/p>\n

Amandla Stenberg<\/h3>\n

The\u00a0Hate U Give<\/em> actress mixes florals into an elegant pantsuit.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\"Billy<\/div>\n

Leon Bennett\/Getty Images for Essence<\/p>\n

Billy Porter<\/h3>\n

Strike a\u00a0Pose<\/em>!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\"Regina<\/div>\n

Leon Bennett\/Getty Images for Essence<\/p>\n

Regina King<\/h3>\n

The\u00a0If Beale Street Could Talk<\/em> star’s striped jumpsuit brings a pop of color to the red carpet.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\"Spike<\/div>\n

Leon Bennett\/Getty Images for Essence<\/p>\n

Spike Lee & Tonya Lewis Lee<\/h3>\n

The director and his wife step out together.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\"Jenifer<\/div>\n

Leon Bennett\/Getty Images for Essence<\/p>\n

Jenifer Lewis<\/h3>\n

The\u00a0Black-ish<\/em> star showcases her unique style in a mint coat.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\"Marsai<\/div>\n

Leon Bennett\/Getty Images for Essence<\/p>\n

Marsai Martin<\/h3>\n

The\u00a0Black-ish<\/em> star proves spring has sprung in black and yellow.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\"Kiki<\/div>\n

Leon Bennett\/Getty Images for Essence<\/p>\n

Kiki Layne<\/h3>\n

The actress attends the star-studded event in an intricately embroidered two-piece.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\"Tati<\/div>\n

Leon Bennett\/Getty Images for Essence<\/p>\n

Tati Gabrielle<\/h3>\n

The\u00a0Chilling Adventures of Sabrina<\/em> star makes a strong case for monochromatic blues.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\"Octavia<\/div>\n

Leon Bennett\/Getty Images for Essence<\/p>\n

Octavia Spencer<\/h3>\n

The Oscar winner looks chic in a midi-dress and matching leather jacket.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\"Laura<\/div>\n

Leon Bennett\/Getty Images for Essence<\/p>\n

Laura Harrier<\/h3>\n

The actress is a ray of sunshine on the red carpet.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\"Robin<\/div>\n

Leon Bennett\/Getty Images for Essence<\/p>\n

Robin Givens<\/h3>\n

The actress turns up the heat in a red jumpsuit.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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After seeing all of these lewks, it’s\u00a0safe to say the event was full of glitz, glamour and more.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n

via:: E! Online<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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