Gotham TV awards 2026: red carpet stunners Kerry Washington, Michelle Pfeiffer, Lili Reinhart

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Stars filled Cipriani Wall Street on June 1 for the 3rd annual Gotham Television Awards, turning the red carpet into a showcase of fashion and fandom. From classic glamour to bold street-style moments, actors and creators arrived to celebrate the best in TV from the past year.

Inside the night: what the Gotham Television Awards celebrated

The ceremony honored achievement in television and gave networks and streamers a moment to spotlight standout series. The event was held at Cipriani Wall Street in New York City. Industry figures and high-profile talent gathered to toast the year in television.

Red-carpet highlights: stars and standout looks

Design choices ranged from timeless elegance to eye-catching statements. Photographers captured a long parade of fashion moments as guests posed for pictures.

Notable arrivals and their styles

  • Kerry Washington — a refined silhouette and polished accessories (photo credit: AP Photo/Charles Sykes).
  • Michelle Pfeiffer — classic glamour with modern tailoring (photo credit: AP Photo/Charles Sykes).
  • Lili Reinhart — youthful, on-trend eveningwear (photo credit: AP Photo/Charles Sykes).
  • Claire Danes — elegant and understated (photo credit: AP Photo/Charles Sykes).
  • Brittany Snow — chic, camera-ready styling (photo credit: AP Photo/Charles Sykes).
  • Dan Levy — playful tailoring and a confident red-carpet pose (photo credit: AP Photo/Charles Sykes).
  • David Harbour — tailored suit with a relaxed vibe (photo credit: Variety via Getty Images).
  • Kate Mara and Jamie Bell — coordinated looks on the carpet (photo credit: WireImage).

Complete guest index: who showed up at the ceremony

The guest list spanned actors, writers, directors, and musicians. Below is a roundup of the names photographed on the carpet.

  • Kerry Washington (AP Photo/Charles Sykes)
  • Michelle Pfeiffer (AP Photo/Charles Sykes)
  • Lili Reinhart (AP Photo/Charles Sykes)
  • Chase Infiniti (Getty Images for The Gotham Film & Media Institute)
  • Claire Danes (AP Photo/Charles Sykes)
  • Brittany Snow (AP Photo/Charles Sykes)
  • Alex Stapleton and 50 Cent (AP Photo/Charles Sykes)
  • Dan Levy (AP Photo/Charles Sykes)
  • Rachel Sennott (AP Photo/Charles Sykes)
  • Kate Mara and Jamie Bell (WireImage)
  • Erika Alexander (WireImage)
  • Rhea Seehorn (AP Photo/Charles Sykes)
  • Odessa A’zion (AP Photo/Charles Sykes)
  • Joy Sunday (WireImage)
  • David Harbour (Variety via Getty Images)
  • Jeremy Pope (WireImage)
  • Hugh Dancy (Variety via Getty Images)
  • Haley Lu Richardson (AP Photo/Charles Sykes)
  • Richard Gadd (WireImage)
  • Sydney Chandler (WireImage)
  • Cory Michael Smith (WireImage)
  • Greg Kinnear (Variety via Getty Images)
  • Malin Akerman (AP Photo/Charles Sykes)
  • Linda Cardellini (WireImage)
  • Molly Ringwald (AP Photo/Charles Sykes)
  • Aja Naomi King (AP Photo/Charles Sykes)
  • Sarah Pidgeon (WireImage)
  • Paul Anthony Kelly (WireImage)
  • Constance Zimmer (WireImage)
  • Taylor Ortega (WireImage)
  • Moses Ingram (WireImage)
  • Sydney Lemmon (WireImage)
  • Mark Ronson and Grace Gummer (WireImage)
  • Rebecca Hall (AP Photo/Charles Sykes)
  • Rebecca Miller (WireImage)
  • Ronan Day-Lewis (WireImage)
  • Laurie Metcalf (Gregory Pace/Shutterstock)
  • Julio Torres (WireImage)
  • Ann Dowd (AP Photo/Charles Sykes)
  • Karolina Wydra (WireImage)
  • Carlos-Manuel Vesga (WireImage)
  • Lee Sung Jin (WireImage)
  • Noah Hawley (WireImage)
  • Matt and Ross Duffer (AP Photo/Charles Sykes)
  • Shawn Levy (Getty Images for The Gotham Film & Media Institute)

Photography and media partners covering the red carpet

Press agencies and wire services documented the evening. Their images formed a gallery of 45 photo moments.

  • AP Photo/Charles Sykes — multiple celebrity shots.
  • WireImage — studio and on-carpet portraits.
  • Variety via Getty Images — editorial coverage.
  • Getty Images for The Gotham Film & Media Institute — event-specific imagery.

What fashion trends emerged on the Gotham carpet

The evening revealed a few clear style themes. Designers and stylists leaned into sleek tailoring and bold accents.

  • Monochrome statements: tonal looks dominated many red-carpet choices.
  • Sculpted tailoring: sharp suits and fitted gowns were common.
  • Vintage touches: nods to retro glamour appeared in accessories.
  • Minimal jewelry: many stars chose restrained pieces to complement outfits.

Standout pairings and on-the-carpet moments

Couples and collaborators used the carpet as a chance to make a joint entrance. Photographers captured both posed portraits and candid exchanges.

  • Duos like Kate Mara and Jamie Bell and creative teams such as the Duffer brothers drew attention.
  • Musicians and actors crossed paths, creating lively moments for press pools.
  • Several attendees posed for single portraits that emphasized personal style.

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