The 2025 Emmy Awards were last night, and so let’s talk about all the gay goings-on!

First up, some winners I think you’ll all appreciate. While queer faves like The Last of Us and Ayo Edebiri may not have taken home any awards, there were some winners to celebrate. Like bisexual comedian Hannah Einbinder winning for Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series and using her acceptance speech to say “Go Birds, fuck ICE, and free Palestine.” (Her partner-in-comedy-crime on Hacks Jean Smart also won for Best Actress in a Comedy series.)

Actress Erin Doherty thanked her girlfriend in her acceptance speech after she won for Best Supporting Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie for her role in Adolescence. And a gay fave that is also littered with queer contestants, The Traitors, won for Best Reality Competition Program. Jeff Hiller and Tramell Tillman also took home Emmy Awards.

Of course, queer people showed up to serve lewks on the red carpet, including Hunter Schafer, Brittani Nichols, Megan Stalter, Halsey, and Kristen Kish. And actually I think you should specifically check out Kristen Kish’s glambot.

There were also other cheeky little gay moments sprinkled in, like stars of The Hunting Wives Malin Akerman and Brittany Snow presented an award together and had a cute little flirtatious bit at the beginning that stunned the crowd for a moment (and made my gay little heart race a bit, I won’t lie.)

So, while the Emmys weren’t quite as gay an affair as the Autostraddle TV Awards (whose winners are up now for you to celebrate), there was still plenty of queer fun to be had.

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+ Melissa Etheridge’s daughter Bailey married her wife Jocelyn at a winery and the wedding was basically a music festival in what had to be the gayest event of the season

+ Sort of related, take a peek at the upcoming Lilith Fair documentary, dropping on Hulu later this week. Check out Drew’s review of the Lilith Fair documentary from TIFF (Also check out Drew’s review of it while you’re at it)

+ Pedro Pascal and his sister Lux interviewed each other about their relationship, her work as a trans actress, and more; it’s very sweet and a lovely read

+ Malin Akerman talks about the sapphic sex scenes with her costar Brittany Snow in The Hunting Wives and why she loves the lesbian fandom

+ And while we’re on the topic of Brittany Snow, Sophia Bush posted some photos with her real-life girlfriend and some other women she’s smooched on screen

+ Earpers don’t fret, Wynonna Earp might have been pulled off Netflix, but it’s now all on Tubi!

+ If you need a little giggle, watch Reneé Rapp try to be on her best behavior around small children, including but not limited to creating a rated G version of Leave Me Alone I can’t get out of my head (“Leave me alone, mom, I wanna have fun!”

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From her days as Miss World in 2000 to becoming a red carpet regular, Priyanka Chopra has never shied away from experimenting with her hair and makeup. In the early 2000s, she leaned into the trends of the time — think thin brows, frosted eyeshadow, and lots of lip gloss. And as her career evolved, so did her beauty looks. Chopra is known for her strong brows, love for a defined eye, and a smooth, even base. But she’s not afraid to play with color and texture — whether it’s through a bright lipstick or a fresh swipe of gloss. She’s also often seen with her eyes lined in bold black kohl, giving her look that extra edge no matter the occasion.

The actor also likes to switch things up when it comes to her hair, from polished updos and natural waves to sleek, straight looks and featherlight bangs. Bold highlights, lobs, and tousled textures also have their place in her rotation, showcasing her adventurous approach to beauty and her openness to trying new styles.

Below, look back through Chopra’s beauty evolution — whether you’ve followed her journey from the start or are a new admirer, you’re sure to discover plenty of inspiration.

Y2K Glam In 2000

Chopra’s makeup for the 50th Miss World pageant — which she, of course, won — was quintessentially early 2000s, with her icy eyeshadow, kohl-lined eyes, and thin brows on full display.

Asymmetric Lob In 2015

Longer on one side and subtly angled, the actor’s lob effortlessly frames her face while showing off her hair’s full-bodied texture.

Sleek Blowout In 2017

While promoting her film Baywatch in 2017, Chopra showcased a sleek, shiny blowout with softly curled ends, giving her hair a touch of effortless movement.

Pale Blue Eyeliner In 2017

Chopra’s light blue under-eye liner adds a striking unexpected accent to her otherwise natural and fresh makeup look.

Ombré Tips In 2018

In 2018, the actor paired her extra-long hair with ombré tips, making a subtle yet eye-catching statement. The seamless fade from dark hair to lighter ends instantly adds dimension to the smooth style.

All Over Pink In 2019

Who says there’s such a thing as too much pink? For a television appearance, Chopra embraced a full monochromatic pink moment. Her makeup featured pink lips, rosy lids, and heavily blushed cheeks, and it matched her hot pink dress.

Hollywood Waves In 2020

Chopra walked the red carpet at the 2020 Golden Globes with her hair styled in Hollywood waves. The ultra-shiny look, featuring a deep side part, gave the timeless hairstyle an added boost of volume.

Face-Framing Highlights In 2022

With blonde face-framing highlights, Chopra added even more dimension to her wavy hair. Plus, the color contrast played up her natural texture for a sun-kissed effect.

Grown-Up Pigtails In 2023

If you needed proof that pigtails aren’t just for kids, look no further. In 2023, the actor styled her hair into high pigtails, elevating the look with subtle waves.

Whispy Bangs In 2025

Chopra switched things up and debuted a set of wispy bangs at the premiere of her film Heads of State. The bangs skim her lashes before transitioning into face-framing layers that sweep along the sides.

Truth be told, I’ve had the release date for The Materialists marked on my calendar since the trailer first dropped. A matchmaking Dakota Johnson?? Chris Evans?? PEDRO PASCAL? No blockbuster could entice me more, plus I love Past Lives and trust Celine Song to bring it again.

As about five notifications so kindly reminded me this morning, today is the day! And while I haven’t made it to the theater yet, I’ve heard and seen only good things about the movie. By seen, I mean I can’t stop looking at the manicure Johnson wore to its New York premiere.

Dakota Johnson’s Metallic Rose Cat Eye Manicure

Last Saturday, Johnson appeared at the DGA Theater in Manhattan wearing a slinky one-shouldered black Gucci gown from the brand’s 2026 cruise collection and holding a cutout of Pascal’s face with her shimmery cat eye-polished fingernails.

Nail artist Mo Quin was in charge of the design. While Johnson is typically one to stick with the classics, she traded her favorite nude polishes for a trendy cat eye finish. Depending on the angle and lighting, her rounded almond-shaped nails appeared silver or rosy. Silver linings… rose colored glasses… it all sounds pretty romantic drama-coded to me

Dakota Johnson’s Soft Glam

With her long brunette hair and signature bangs glossy as ever, the actress rounded out her beauty with some soft glam by celebrity makeup artist Georgie Eisdell.

Her highlighted cheeks did a great job of playing into the nail art’s energy.

“To warm up the complexion, I used the Beauty Pie Awesome Bronze Bronzing Cream in Sunny Side, across the cheekbones, temples, and jawline—this blends like a dream and gives that sun-kissed, skin-like finish,” explained Eisdell. “Then I tapped on the Beauty Pie Luxe Shine Blush Stick in Terra Rosa to the apples of the cheeks for a fresh pop of color. I finished the skin with a swipe of the Beauty Pie Triple Beauty Luminizing Highlighter Wand on the high points—cheekbones, bridge of the nose, and cupid’s bow—for a dewy highlight.”

Surprise, surprise: the movie highlight of my summer and actual highlight of my summer go hand in (perfectly manicured) hand.

The 2025 BET Awards red carpet brought a slew of standout fashion moments via pop culture icons from every decade on Monday evening. Entertainment’s brightest stars flocked to the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles for the 25th annual ceremony, and with recognition for best Female Hip-Hop Artist of the year, all eyes were on fashion it girl, Doechii.

For her career milestone, the breakthrough performer opted for a suitably memorable statement in the form of Miu Miu’s beloved bandana top — a move that would make any of her Y2K-era counterparts proud. Going all in with a monochromatic red look, she broke out the viral piece from the brand’s recent archive and teamed it with a skirt and belts — yes, plural — from the Spring/Summer 2024 show. It was yet another example of the hitmaker’s penchant for method dressing. The category? Award-winning and trend-setting star.

Working with her go-to stylist Sam Woolf, Doechii teamed the look with flower-adorned Jimmy Choo strappy sandals, stacks of Dinosaur Designs resin and wood bangles on her arms, and 1970s-style bamboo hoop earrings.

When accepting her accolade on stage, the 26-year-old chart-topper also used the platform to address the riots in Los Angeles and advocate for the rights of immigrants and those in marginalized communities. Her passionate speech prompted many rounds of applause and praise from her fellow entertainers and has been doing the rounds on social media since the ceremony. “I feel it’s my responsibility as an artist to use this moment to speak up for all oppressed people,” Doechii told the room. “For Black people, for Latino people, for trans people, for the people in Gaza, we all deserve to live in hope and not fear. We protest against hate.”

Scroll on to see more of the evening’s stellar looks.

Kerry Washington

The actor, producer, and activist walked the red carpet in a quintessentially ladylike Oscar de la Renta faille gown, emblazoned with a pretty abstract butterfly print.

Ashanti

Helping BET celebrate its quarter-century anniversary, Ashanti performed a medley of her beloved 2000s hits. Gracing the red carpet ahead of taking the spotlight, the singer wore a plunge neck Alexandre Vauthier gown, Tom Ford heels, and Lorraine Schwartz bling.

Mariah Carey

Audiences were also in for a treat thanks to a performance from Mariah Carey, who was being honored with the Ultimate Icon award. Before she slipped into a gold embellished number to perform her new song Type Dangerous for the first time, the record-breaking singer dazzled in a sparkling — and snatched! — silver gown.

Keke Palmer

The multi-hyphenate continued her red carpet winning streak as of late — and debuted her chic new bob too. This time around, Palmer exuded confidence in an asymmetric beaded and embellished Chanel Haute Couture mini dress.

Jennifer Hudson

As the night was all about celebrating the impact of pop culture’s key performers, it wouldn’t have been complete without a hair-raising appearance from Jennifer Hudson. The Oscar-winner brought the house down when she took to the stage with Jamie Foxx in a black blazer dress and bling, but earlier, she made an entrance in a figure-hugging Gaurav Gupta gown and eye-catching Jared Jewelers diamonds.

Ciara

Defying red carpet expectations, Ciara turned heads in a unique look that incorporated a leather button-up and a fringed skirt with a train by Vietnamese designer Cong Tri. Adding her own twist, the singer styled it with a baseball cap and oodles of diamonds. With her hotly-anticipated eight studio album CiCi dropping any day now, all eyes were on the aughts-era pop princess turned mogul.