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70+ Photos of the Best and Worst Dressed Celebrities at the 2025 Tony Awards

Jun 09, 2025

12:20 P.M.

Several top celebrities impressed with their elegant attire at the high-profile event, while others drew puzzled reactions as people questioned who had styled them for the occasion.

The 78th Annual Tony Awards happened on June 8, 2025, at New York City's famous Radio City Music Hall. Many well-known stars showed up, grabbing attention with their bold outfits.

Nicholas Christopher, Lea Michele, and Aaron Tveit attend the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

From broadcast journalist Gayle King to "Orange Is the New Black" star Danielle Brooks, here are over 70 photos showing the best and worst dressed celebrities at the 2025 Tony Awards.

Gayle King

Gayle King attends the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Gayle King and George Cheeks at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Sarah Paulson

Sarah Paulson attends the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Sarah Paulson and Jean Smart pose at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Sarah Paulson pictured on the red carpet at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Keanu Reeves

Keanu Reeves attends the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

The actor appeared at the event in a style that drew a variety of reactions. One viewer said, "You look very handsome. But I can't shake the feeling that your knee is really hurting." Someone else shared, "He looks uncomfortable." Another added, "Seems like his hair does not look clean."

Glenn Close and Keanu Reeves photographed at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Alex Winter and Keanu Reeves pose on the red carpet at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

LaChanze

LaChanze attends the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

LaChanze poses on the red carpet at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

LaChanze pictured at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Adam Lambert

Adam Lambert attends the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Adam Lambert at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Adam Lambert pictured at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Helen J. Shen

Helen J Shen attends the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Helen J Shen poses on the red carpet at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Helen J Shen at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Oprah Winfrey

Oprah Winfrey speaks onstage at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Oprah Winfrey during the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Celia Keenan-Bolger

Celia Keenan-Bolger poses with the Isabelle Stevenson Award at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Celia Keenan-Bolger attends the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Celia Keenan-Bolger pictured at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Laufey

Laufey arrives at The Tony Awards: Act One on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Laufey attends the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Katie Holmes

The actress's red carpet look sparked strong reactions, with many fans surprised by her choice of outfit. One comment read, "I said Wow! That is the worst outfit I have seen in years!" Another viewer shared, "Her outfit wasn't a. wow more like an astonishing absurdity [sic]."

A fan comments on Katie Holmes' appearance at the Tony Awards, dated June 2025 | Source: Facebook/E!News

Some were clearly shocked, including one who remarked, "Wow, because they couldn't believe she wore that." Another simply wrote, "Definitely not a wow!"

Katie Holmes attends the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Criticism of the styling continued, with one person stating, "Her outfit was horrible and felt like a last minute make shift. She's beautiful and it doesn't matter what she wears but think she could have done better [sic]." Another added, "She seems to wear odd clothes quite often."

Katie Holmes photographed backstage at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Though the outfit faced backlash, one viewer showed empathy, writing, "She seems to be a lovely person but her outfit was sad!!!"

Katie Holmes poses on the red carpet at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Katie Holmes at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Jasmine Amy Rogers

Jasmine Amy Rogers attends the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Jasmine Amy Rogers at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Jasmine Amy Rogers pictured on the red carpet at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Fina Strazza

Fina Strazza attends the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Fina Strazza poses on the red carpet at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Fina Strazza at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Nicole Scherzinger

Nicole Scherzinger pictured backstage at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

The singer's appearance and performance at the Tony Awards received an outpouring of praise from fans. One person commented, "Beautiful! Great performance tonite at Tonys [sic]," showing appreciation for both her look and talent.

Nicole Scherzinger accepts her Best Actress award onstage at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Others admired her charm, with one viewer stating, "She was so gracious and humble!!!" Another agreed, "Love her. She is so humble and even respect Glenn Close, the original Norma Desmond [sic]." A simple yet heartfelt comment read, "She is beautiful."

Nicole Scherzinger photographed during the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Nicole Scherzinger poses on the red carpet at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Michelle Williams

Michelle Williams attends the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Michelle Williams at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Michelle Williams pictured on the red carpet at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Charli D'Amelio

Charli D'Amelio attends the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Charli D'Amelio poses on the red carpet at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Amal Clooney

A fan comments on Amal Clooney's appearance at the Tony Awards, dated June 2025 | Source: Facebook/E!News

The attorney's red carpet appearance drew glowing praise from fans who admired her elegance and style. One viewer remarked, "She always wears the most fabulous gowns."

Amal Clooney attends the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

A separate comment admired the details of her look, noting, "Her dress and hair are gorgeous..." She was also called "Such a classy lady!" by one admirer. Someone summed it up, "She's stunning, as always."

Amal Clooney pictured at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Amal Clooney poses for the camera at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Anna Wintour and Amal Clooney at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

George Clooney

George Clooney attends the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

The veteran actor's appearance at the event was met with a wave of compliments. One fan wrote, "George looks better with his hair like this. He gets more attractive the older he gets."

George Clooney during the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Another shared, "George looks so handsome!!" while someone else exclaimed, "He's still so damn good looking!!!"

Amal and George Clooney attend the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

George and Amal Clooney at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Cynthia Erivo

Cynthia Erivo attends the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

The British native's red carpet look stirred a wide mix of reactions, with some fans applauding her daring fashion, while others were more critical. One admirer praised her sense of style, "This lady knows how to take fashion to amazing heights." Another called her simply, "Gorgeous," while one added, "She is stunning."

Cynthia Erivo at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Several viewers also complimented her overall presence. One remarked, "Very gorgeous," and another described her look as "a real piece of work."

Cynthia Erivo poses on the red carpet at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

However, others did not feel the same. One person penned, "She likes wearing barrels it seems." Another criticized her appearance, "Nothing about her looks good. She's overly done up."

Cynthia Erivo pictured at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Further comments continued in the same tone. One person shared, "Sorry, I can't get past the nails, the boldness, the nose ring, not attractive at all." Another added, "She way too much!! She's pretty without the costume! [sic]."

Cynthia Erivo attends Baccarat and Dewar's Scotch Whisky Celebrate the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Kara Young

Kara Young attends the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Kara Young poses on the red carpet at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Kara Young pictured at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Kara Young at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Brooke Shields

A fan comments on Brooke Shields' appearance at the Tony Awards, dated June 2025 | Source: Facebook/E!News

The actress's look at the Tony Awards sparked both approval and criticism from viewers. One fan was impressed, writing, "She looks amazing ... the definition in her arms 💪 fierce!!" Another praised her presence, "She's a goddamn super model. One of the best ever."

Brooke Shields attends the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Several others chimed in with positive feedback. One viewer said, "She looks great," while another added, "She looks incredible and working hard!!! The ink is so sweet [sic]."

Brooke Shields at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

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However, not all reactions were glowing. One comment stated, "Don't look good 😱" while another read, "Wish her dress was more flattering."

Brooke Shields poses at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Critiques continued with, "She looks good for her age, but she needs to start dressing like an adult," and "She has nice legs but the dress does nothing for her and she's acting over the top....?"

Brooke Shields pictured at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Sarah Snook

Sarah Snook attends the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Sarah Snook poses with her Best Actress award at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Sarah Snook pictured on the red carpet at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Mia Farrow

Mia Farrow attends the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Mia Farrow waves on the red carpet at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Mia Farrow photographed at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Gracie Lawrence

Gracie Lawrence attends the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Gracie Lawrence poses at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Gracie Lawrence photographed at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Tom Felton

Tom Felton attends the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Tom Felton pictured at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Danielle Brooks

Danielle Brooks attends the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Danielle Brooks at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Danielle Brooks poses on the red carpet at the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

The 2025 Tony Awards brought together some of the biggest names in entertainment, each making bold fashion choices that sparked a wave of reactions. While many celebrities were praised for their elegance, poise, and creativity, others faced mixed or critical feedback from fans.

Lea Michele attends the 78th Annual Tony Awards on June 8, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

From stunning gowns to daring looks that divided opinion, the red carpet proved to be just as eventful as the ceremony itself. In the end, the night highlighted not only the stars' style but also how fashion continues to inspire conversation and strong emotion.