Teyana Taylor’s captivating makeup is one of the best beauty looks at the 2026 Actor Awards.
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The Gist
The Actor Awards, formerly known as the SAG Awards, took place on March 1, 2026.
Stars like Chase Infinity, Jenna Ortega, and Parker Posey stunned on the red carpet.
See the best hair and makeup moments, below.
The Actor Awards, formerly known as the SAG Awards, is home to classic beauty looks that scream Hollywood. Tonight’s looks are grounded by an overarching theme, “Reimagining Hollywood Glamour From the ’20s and ’30s.” Romantic kiss curls, boyish slick backs, and flipped-under bobs were among the many looks that made this carpet a feast for the senses.
Chase Infiniti stunned in a beaded, flapper-esque headpiece. Quinta Brunson, Sheryl Lee Ralph, and Odessa A’zion all rocked kiss curls in their own unique way, while stars like Jenna Ortega and Kristen Bell rocked more subdued, modern takes on Old Hollywood glamour.
A few looks strayed from the theme, but still made a fabulous impact. Parker Posey’s pastel pink eyeshadow doubled as blush while Dove Cameron looked straight out of a vampire romance.
Ahead, explore the most stunning hair and makeup looks from the Actor Awards 2026.
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Chase Infiniti
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Although Chase Infini wears a sheer, beaded headpiece, all the focus is on her face. Her look, done by Amber Dreadon, is a masterclass in less-is-more beauty. A hydrated base, courtesy of Curél Japanese Skincare, makes for the perfect canvas. A few swipes of shadow, a bright inner corner, rosy cheeks, and glossy lips are the cherry on top.
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Quinta Brunson
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Quinta Brunson’s glam is exquisitely simple. Her pixie cut is slicked down with minimal waves, aside from her signature kiss curl. For her makeup, Brunson kept it classic with a deep merlot lip and fluttery lashes.
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Parker Posey
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Ethereal yet playful, Parker Posey’s makeup look is all about the eyes. The look features a bubble-gum pink eyeshadow that extends onto her upper cheek for a watercolor effect. Created by makeup artist Jo Baker, the look has a subtle nod to the ’60s.
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Jenna Ortega
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Jenna Ortega’s raven lengths are swept into a romantic side part that gives way to soft curls. It’s a soft, modern take on Old Hollywood curls. The star of her makeup look is a stunning lip look, featuring a cool-toed brown liner with a juicy brick-red lipstick. The look, done by her go-to MUA Melanie Inglessis using Dior, also features a stunning yet subtle smokey eye and tight-lined eyeliner.
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Teyana Taylor
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Teyana Taylor’s signature cat eye is captivating. The look, done by Yelka Oliva, features a diffused line, extending from both the upper and lower lash lines, anchored by a sharp inner-corner point and fluffy lashes.
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Ali Larter
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Ali Larter’s deep red lip, courtesy of Armani Beauty, is a perfect match to her red gown.“The inspiration was classic glamour,” her makeup artist, Kelsey Deenihan, says. “The rich merlot gown led the story, so we paired it with luminous sculpted skin and a bold wine lip to mirror that depth. Confident, refined, and the ultimate glamour.”
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Odessa A’zion
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Odessa A’zion’s curls are piled onto her head in a lovely and care-free updo. It feels modern and fresh, but gets a vintage nod thanks to the soft kiss curl.
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Jasmin Savoy Brown
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Jasmin Savoy Brown looks like a retro dream with her brushed-out curls and dramatic side part. The glamorous hairstyle, done by Marcia Hamilton, pairs beautifully with her understated makeup look, featuring brushed-out yet structured brows, and a peachy-nude glossy lip with blush to match.
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Supriya Ganesh
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This sleek, chin-length bob stuns on Supriya Ganesh. The ends are bent under for a clean finish, with the exception of a flipped-out bang, which adds a hint of drama and movement to the otherwise structured look, coiffed by Eduardo Méndez,.
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Kristen Bell
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Actor Awards host Kristen Bell looks polished and refined. A hint of volume at the top of her head cascades into large barrel curls for a glamorous ‘do that perfectly frames her dewy and simple makeup look.
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Jessie Buckley
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Hamnet star Jessie Buckley’s abbreviated chop stuns in this sleek style. “I was inspired by the sculptural shape of her dress and wanted to mimic that in a glamorous yet modern way,” says her hairstylist, Bryce Scarlett, who styled her hair using Nexxus products. The sides and back are expertly slicked down, but her side-swept bangs retain a bit of body before being carefully tucked behind her ear.
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Wunmi Mosaku
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Wunmi Mosaku’s hair is artfully twisted into an architectural updo. Although it’s structured, the style puts her natural texture on full display.
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Sheryl Lee Ralph
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Sheryl Lee Ralph’s gorgeous Josephine-Baker-esque look beautifully fits this show’s 1920s and 1930s theme. Soft finger waves, done by hairstylist Sharif Poston, give way to face-framing kiss curls. Her makeup is full-glam, featuring a shimmery silver lid, rosy cheeks, and glossy lips.
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Dove Cameron
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Dove Cameron’s beauty look allows her high-contrast features to sing. Her dark chocolate strands are slicked out of her face with soft curls toward the ends, thanks to hairstylist Jacob Rozenberg, who used Redken products. The makeup, done by Kale Teter, is simple, featuring minimal cat-eye liner that brings out her blue eyes and a deep, gothic red lip.
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Amielynn Abellera
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Amielynn Abellera’s bob is the perfect mix of structure and relaxation. It starts with a deep side part, slicked down for a vintage effect. Her ends, however, are left loose and effortless.
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