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12 times celebrities used fashion to make a political statement
12 times celebrities used fashion to make a political statement
Erin McDowellDec 30, 2020, 04:53 IST
Sarah Hyland at the 2018 Women's March Los Angeles.Araya Diaz/Getty Images
January 1, 2021 marks the third anniversary of the Time's Up movement, which sparked a series of political fashion moments in Hollywood.
Celebrities have also used their red carpet looks and public appearances to raise awareness for voting, LGBTQ+ rights, and income inequality.
Some celebrities are open about their political leanings and beliefs, not only through their words but also through their fashion choices.
January 1, 2021 marks the third anniversary of the Time's Up movement, which aims to call attention to sexual harassment in the workplace while demanding gender equality. The movement inspired a number of fashion statements, from the unofficial all-black dress code at the 2018 Golden Globe Awards to talk show appearances and the Women's March.
Here are 12 times celebrities used fashion to make a political or social statement.
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Following the 2016 presidential election, Lady Gaga stepped out in New York City wearing a political T-shirt.
Lady Gaga leaves Fat Cat on November 9, 2016, in New York City.
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Actresses showed their support for the Time's Up movement by wearing black to the 2018 Golden Globes.
Reese Witherspoon accepts the award for Best Television Limited Series for "Big Little Lies" at the 2018 Golden Globes.
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Actors including Ewan McGregor also showed their support for the movement by wearing Time's Up pins.
Ewan McGregor at the 2018 Golden Globes.
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Connie Britton also made a statement at the 2018 Golden Globe Awards by wearing a black sweater embroidered with the phrase "poverty is sexist."
Connie Britton arrives at the 75th Annual Golden Globe Awards on January 7, 2018.
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At the following year's Golden Globe Awards, Laura Dern accessorized her red carpet look with a bag featuring a Time's Up ribbon.
Laura Dern with a Time's Up ribbon on her purse arrives for the 76th annual Golden Globe Awards on January 6, 2019.
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Sarah Hyland showed her support for Time's Up and Planned Parenthood at the 2018 Women's March in Los Angeles.
Sarah Hyland at the 2018 Women's March Los Angeles.
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Jessica Chastain was also seen wearing a Time's Up T-shirt to attend "Jimmy Kimmel Live" on January 3, 2018.
Jessica Chastain is seen at "Jimmy Kimmel Live" on January 3, 2018.
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Laverne Cox showed her support for the LGBTQ+ community at the 2019 Emmys by carrying a rainbow-colored clutch that bore the date of a Supreme Court case.
Laverne Cox attends the 2019 Emmys.
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Joy Villa is known for her bold red carpet appearances, including this MAGA gown she wore to the Grammy Awards in 2019.
Joy Villa attends the 61st Annual Grammy Awards at Staples Center on February 10, 2019.
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Lizzo wore a dress emblazoned with the word "vote" to the 2020 Billboard Music Awards.
Lizzo accepts the Top Song Sales Artist Award onstage at the 2020 Billboard Music Awards.
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Tracee Ellis Ross subtly encouraged viewers to vote through her style at the 2018 American Music Awards.
Tracee Ellis Ross speaks onstage during the 2018 American Music Awards.
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Padma Lakshmi showed her support for the ACLU at the Emmy Awards in 2018.
Padma Lakshmi attends the 70th Emmy Awards at Microsoft Theater on September 17, 2018.
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