'Twilight' opened in theaters 15 years ago — here are the best photos from the red-carpet premiere

Jason GuerrasioJan 14, 2024, 17:46 IST

The cast of "Twilight" with director Catherine Hardwicke and screenwriter Melissa Rosenberg at the LA premiere in 2008.Lester Cohen/WireImage/Getty

Tuesday marks the 15th anniversary of the release of "Twilight."
After digging deep in the archives, here are the best photos from the Los Angeles premiere.

Tuesday marks 15 years since "Twilight" arrived in theaters.

Take a look back at the movie's premiere, where stars like Robert Pattinson, Kristen Stewart, and Taylor Lautner walked the red carpet.

Let's get right to it: Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart posed together at the premiere.

We give you the launch of "Robsten."Lester Cohen/WireImage/Getty

Pattinson played the vampire Edward Cullen.

Robert Pattinson gave brooding vampire vibes.Chris Polk/FilmMagic/Getty

The role would launch him into worldwide fame.

Robert Pattinson showed love to the "Twilight" fans at the premiere.Kevin Winter/Getty

Stewart played Cullen's love interest, Bella Swan.

Kristen Stewart was ready for the carpet.Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic/Getty

Like Pattinson, Stewart's fame soared overnight after this premiere.

Kristen Stewart hung out with the "Twilight" fans.Kevin Winter/Getty

But their red-hot connection on-screen led to a real-life relationship. They became known as "Robsten."

Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart launched into fame and a relationship.Matt Sayles/AP

Taylor Lautner also became a star playing Jacob Black.

Taylor Lautner looked hip on the carpet. Lester Cohen/WireImage/Getty Images

Peter Facinelli, who played vampire Carlisle Cullen, showed up on the carpet with then-wife, "Beverly Hills, 90210" star Jennie Garth.

Jennie Farth and Peter Facinelli on the carpet.Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic/Getty

Elizabeth Reaser played Esme Cullen, Carlisle's wife.

Elizabeth Reaser stunned in green.Kevin Winter/Getty

Ashley Greene played future-seeing vampire Alice Cullen.

Ashley Greene brought a gothic look to the carpet.Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic/Getty

Kellan Lutz became our favorite hulking vampire, Emmett Cullen.

Kellan Lutz sported a tie for the big night.Matt Sayles/AP

Nikki Reed played the stunning Rosalie Hale.

Nikki Reed went with a floral-print look for the carpet.Steve Granitz/WireImage/Getty

Jackson Rathbone played the newest member of the Cullen vampire family, Jasper Hale.

Jackson Rathbone looked dapper.Steve Granitz/WireImage/Getty

Cam Gigandet played James, a "tracker" vampire hunting for Bella.

Cam Gigandet brought a different style to the carpet that night.Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic/Getty

Rachelle Lefevre played James' mate, Victoria.

Rachelle Lefevre played Victoria again in "The Twilight Saga: New Moon," but was replaced by Bryce Dallas Howard in "The Twilight Saga: Eclipse."Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic/Getty

Edi Gathegi played the third member of James' coven, Laurent.

Edi Gathegi signed autographs for the fans.Alexandra Wyman/WireImage/Getty

Anna Kendrick played Bella's best friend, Jessica Stanley.

Anna Kendrick hit the carpet.Vince Bucci/Getty

Catherine Hardwicke directed the movie.

This is the only movie in the "Twilight" franchise Catherine Hardwicke directed. Jon Kopaloff/Getty

Of course, the author of the "Twilight" novels, Stephenie Meyer, also made an appearance.

Stephenie Meyer was living her best life.Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic/Getty

Jeffrey Dean Morgan was also at the premiere.

Jeffrey Dean Morgan wasn't into dressing up that night.Steve Granitz/WireImage/Getty

Frances Bean Cobain showed up.

Frances Bean Cobain was ready for some "Twilight."Steve Granitz/WireImage/Getty

Demi Lovato walked the carpet, too.

Such a fun look.Jon Kopaloff/Filmmagic/Getty

Jamie Foxx was there, as well.

Jamie Foxx always looking stylish.Alexandra Wyman/WireImage/Getty

Lance Bass was at the after-party.

Cheers, Lance!Alexandra Wyman/WireImage/Getty

Larry David made it to the premiere, too.

Who knew Larry David was a "Twilight" fan?Alexandra Wyman/WireImage/Getty

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'Twilight' opened in theaters 15 years ago &mdash; here are the best photos from the red-carpet premiere