Best Dressed at the 2026 American Music Awards: Queen Latifah, Hilary Duff, and stars who owned the red carpet

Acclaimed rapper, singer and actress, Queen Latifah, took on the hosting duties at the 2026 AMAs and commanded attention as she made a grand entrance at the event. The Grammy winner, 56, wore a fluffy silver coat by Christian Siriano over a sleek beige gown. She accessorized her look with a matching dramatic belt and jewelry from Marco Bicego. Latifah opted for glam makeup and styled her hair in a sleek, tight bun.

Disney alum Hilary Duff took the AMAs red carpet after a 21-year hiatus, wearing a stunning metallic silver chainmail gown by Rabanne. The gown featured a sweetheart neckline, short slit and sleek silhouette. The actress-singer-songwriter, 38, paired her outfit with matching silver stilettos and minimal accessories. She also went for a soft, natural makeup and let her blonde hair flow beyond her shoulders.

‘One Battle After Another’ star, Teyana Taylor, hit the AMAs red carpet wearing an off-the-shoulder, high-slit purple gown with a mid-length train. The strapless dress featured an asymmetrical bodice containing bunched and slightly folded fabrics and a draped skirt with a thigh-high opening at the side. The actress-musician, 35, paired the dress with python-skin Christian Louboutin Miss Z pumps.

Colombian singer-songwriter Karol G turned heads at the AMAs red carpet before heading inside to receive her International Artist Award of Excellence. The ‘MAMIII’ hitmaker, 35, opted for a gothic look, wearing a sheer black dress by Natalia Fedner. The two-piece ensemble featured a black bralette, a meshy top ripped at the mid section and a dark black balloon skirt. Karol accessorized her look with dangling earrings, and opted for a smokey glam makeup matching her aesthetics. She also let her golden curls loose and flowing beneath the shoulders. 

Veteran pop culture icon Paula Abdul, 63, arrived at the AMAs in a semi-sheer, bold white dress. The strapless gown featured a plunging neckline, a white geometric sculpture and sheer elbow-length sleeves at the top. Meanwhile, the bottom of the dress contained a sheer mermaid skirt that accentuated her toned legs. Abdul accessorized her look with dangling silver earrings, natural makeup and a voluminous updo.