Related: The Best Red Carpet Fashion From the 2024 Golden Globes
Advertisement
The 2024 awards season has commenced — and that means fan-favorite stars are back on the red carpet.
The 81st annual Golden Globes took place at The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills on Sunday, January 7, and the biggest names in Hollywood fed fans with fashion. While the best and brightest in film and TV dazzled in glamorous gowns, stylish suits and out-of-the-box accessories, a handful stood out among the rest. Us Weekly named Natalie Portman, Dua Lipa, America Ferrera, Hailee Steinfeld and Rosamund Pike as this year’s best dressed stars.
To see their looks, press “play” on the video above and keep scrolling to get the breakdown on our favorite looks of the night!
5) Rosamund Pike
No one plays a villain better than Pike, and she brought bad girl vibes to the red carpet in a black floral frock by Christian Dior. The goth glam number featured a strapless construction with a netted overlay adorned with scattered flowers. The Saltburn star teamed the dress with platform sandal heels and a veiled headpiece that shielded her face. On the red carpet, Pike revealed that she went with the accessory in an attempt to conceal injuries she suffered during a recent ski trip. “My face was entirely smashed up,” she told Variety.
4) Hailee Steinfeld
Steinfeld was a walking representation of Old Hollywood Glamour in a pink silk gown by Prada. The statuesque silhouette and detailed tailored reminded Us of something Audrey Hepburn would have worn in the 1950s. Steinfeld styled the dainty dress — which featured a cascading train — with sheer ballroom gloves and dainty jewelry. The Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse actress had her hair styled in a chic updo with face-framing tendrils.
3) America Ferrera
Ferrera is in her It Girl era. After turning heads with a number of fresh and trendy looks while promoting Barbie last year, Ferrera proved that her fashion revamp is no fluke at the Sunday ceremony. She showed off her figure in a silver Dolce & Gabbana dress covered in protruding flowers.
2) Dua Lipa
Fans can always count on Lipa to bring it. The Best Original Song nominee graced the red carpet in a waist-cinching Schiaparelli design made to look like an abstract depiction of a skeleton. The strapless black velvet number was brought to life with gold embellishments in a billowing skirt.
1) Natalie Portman
Portman was a walking work of art in Christian Dior. The ethereal design was made up of tiny stars that — together — gave the illusion of a mosaic painting. She let the gown do all the talking, wearing her hair in a sleek ponytail. The May December star accessorized with dangling earrings and wore soft makeup.
The 2024 awards season has commenced — and that means fan-favorite stars are back on the red carpet. The 81st annual Golden Globes took place at The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills on Sunday, January 7, and the biggest names in Hollywood fed fans with fashion. While the best and brightest in film and TV
Us Weekly Read More
North West, the 12-year-old daughter of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West, is under the spotlight once again — this time for showing off a collection of tattoos that set social media on fire. In recent photos and videos circulating online, North was seen with several arm designs, including tributes to her parents and fashion-inspired symbols. While fans were quick to admire her bold style, not everyone was impressed.
Critics argue that the tattoos — even though they appear to be temporary — are another example of celebrity children being pushed into adult trends too early. Comments flooded social media platforms, with some users saying Kim allows North too much freedom, while others defended the reality star’s parenting approach, praising her for letting her daughter explore creativity and self-expression.
“Kids should be kids,” one commenter wrote, reflecting a broader sentiment among parents online. Meanwhile, supporters pointed out that North comes from one of the most fashion-forward families in the world and that experimenting with style is part of her upbringing.
Kim Kardashian has not directly addressed the controversy, but she has often spoken about encouraging her children to express themselves authentically. North, already known for her viral TikTok appearances and fashion collaborations, seems unfazed by the criticism.
At just 12, North West continues to blur the lines between youth culture and celebrity identity — reminding the public that in the Kardashian–West household, individuality isn’t just allowed, it’s celebrated.
Jennifer Lopez is once again at the center of a media storm — but this time, it’s her first husband, Ojani Noa, turning up the heat. Following Lopez’s recent Howard Stern Show interview, in which she claimed she has “never been truly loved” by any of her exes, Noa has publicly accused the superstar of cheating and playing the victim.
In the viral Instagram post that has now spread across major outlets like TMZ and New York Post, Noa didn’t hold back.
“Stop putting us down. Stop putting me down with your victim card,” he wrote. “The problem is not us. Not me. The problem is you. You’re the one who couldn’t keep it in your pants.”
Noa and Lopez were married briefly from 1997 to 1998, before her rise to Hollywood superstardom. In his explosive statement, he accused her of being unfaithful during their marriage, claiming she prioritized fame over their relationship.
“You have been loved a few times. You’ve been married four times. And have had countless relationships in between,” Noa continued. “You decided to lie, to cheat on me. You begged me to keep the marriage intact to avoid bad press.”
Noa described himself as “faithful, honest, and loving,” saying he uprooted his life and career to support Lopez at the beginning of her entertainment journey. “I left my family, my friends, everything behind for you,” he wrote, “but once fame came calling, you left me behind.”
As of now, Jennifer Lopez has not publicly responded to Noa’s allegations. During her Howard Stern interview, the singer and actress claimed her former partners “weren’t capable” of loving her, saying, “It’s not that I’m not lovable… it’s that they’re not capable.”
Her remarks were widely interpreted as referencing all of her ex-husbands — including Marc Anthony, Cris Judd, and Ben Affleck — but it was Noa who reacted first and most forcefully. His comments have ignited widespread debate online, with many questioning whether Lopez’s honesty came at the expense of others’ reputations.
The online reaction has been intense, with social media users split between defending Lopez’s right to share her truth and blasting her for allegedly rewriting history. Meanwhile, entertainment analysts note that the controversy adds to an increasingly turbulent year for the singer, following canceled tours, underperforming films, and ongoing scrutiny over her marriage to Affleck.
This latest backlash has also reignited conversations about Lopez’s highly publicized romantic history. As tabloids and fans speculate whether more exes might respond, the situation underscores an old truth in celebrity culture — that every candid confession comes with consequences.
For now, Jennifer Lopez remains silent. But in the court of public opinion, the debate about who’s really at fault in her love story is only just beginning.
By all appearances, Hollywood is a dream factory — a place where charisma, talent, and luck collide to create stars. But behind the camera lights and red carpets lies a conversation few inside the industry speak openly about: the spiritual and moral price of ambition.
For actor Omar Gooding, the idea of “selling your soul” in Hollywood isn’t a metaphor — it’s a moral process that begins with tiny compromises. In an October 2025 interview, Gooding explained that no one in Hollywood makes a literal deal with the devil. Instead, it’s the quiet yeses, the moments when comfort overrides conviction, that mark the beginning of the trade. “They don’t say, ‘Take this or you’ll never make it,’” he said. “They just put it in front of you. You choose.”
Those choices, he argues, create a pattern. Once you show that you’ll accept something you once resisted, the industry notices. “Hollywood knows who it can get away with what,” Gooding said. “One thing always leads to another.” The phrase “selling your soul,” in this context, means losing your say — doing what you’re told rather than what you believe in.
That moral tension has long shadowed the arts. Comedians like Dave Chappelle, who famously walked away from millions to preserve his creative integrity, often serve as examples of where conviction and career collide. In resurfaced interviews, Chappelle hinted that he felt manipulated and silenced by powerful figures who sought control of his narrative, warning that “they’re trying to convince me I’m insane.”
This isn’t just about conspiracy — it’s about agency. Hollywood runs on perception. Performers are rewarded for being agreeable, moldable, entertaining. Those who question the machine or refuse the script risk exile, while those who conform are elevated — sometimes beyond what they can handle.
“We see the ‘collections’ all the time,” Gooding explained. “When the bill comes due, you can tell. They made that deal long ago.”
But the story doesn’t end in darkness. Gooding also emphasizes that in today’s entertainment landscape, artists have more control than ever. With streaming, social media, and creator‑driven platforms, performers don’t have to “play the game” to be seen. Independent creators can build their own stages, speak their own truths, and reach millions without trading authenticity for access.
Still, the temptation remains — recognition, validation, quick success. And every generation of artists must answer the same question: What are you willing to do for fame?
As Gooding put it, “You just make the best choices you can. Because once it’s gone — your name, your peace, your soul — there’s no buying it back.”
Executive Producer Debut: How Celia Carver Created Festival Hit ‘Afterparty’
Why Are Influencers Getting $7K to Post About Israel?
Why Did Gen Z QUIT Drinking Alcohol?
How AI Is Forcing Everyone Into the Entrepreneur Game
Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman Split After 20 Years as Actress Files for Divorce
Tilly Norwood’s Rise Stirs Controversy
How a Government Shutdown Could Hit Your Life and Wallet
Why Did Dakarai Trash His NBA Letters?