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Lois Maxwell (1948) -

The Canadian actress poses with her Golden Globe award for Most Promising Newcomer (Female) in 1948. We love the cape!

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Katy Jurado (1953) -

The Mexican actress (right) holding her Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actress in 1953. The 1950s were all about glamorous ballroom gowns.

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Grace Kelly (1956) -

The actress wears an Asian-inspired dress to the 1956 Golden Globes ceremony.

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Elizabeth Taylor (1958) -

The Hollywood star looks like she's walking down the aisle, but no, she's just casually wearing a tiara for the Golden Globes.

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Mia Farrow (1962) -

The actress wore a simple, classic shift black dress to the ceremony. White elbow-length white gloves? Yes, please!

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Barbra Streisand (1969) -

Okay, there is a possibility that might have been real fur, but it was the late 60s, so we forgive her. We do love the whole outfit and the hair though. Streisand won a Golden Globe for Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture - Comedy or Musical.

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Sophia Loren (1977) -

The Italian actress turned heads at the Golden Globes ceremony, with this disco-inspired dress and classy pearl choker.

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Jenny Agutter (1978) -

The British actress' dress had to feature in this gallery. It's just so '70s (in a good way)!

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Marilu Henner (1979) -

The actress, here with John Travolta, wearing a very sophisticated black and white ensemble. We love the fascinator.

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Raquel Welch (1981) -

It was the beginning of the '80s, so this futuristic  jumpsuit with a large belt made a lot of sense.

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Sonia Braga (1985) -

The Brazilian actress turned heads with this blue ensemble at the 42nd Annual Golden Globe Awards.

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Sigourney Weaver (1987) -

The actress was not just about kicking alien a**. She could also look gracious and sophisticated. She did just that at the 44th Annual Golden Globe Awards on January 31, 1987.

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Meryl Streep (1989) -

The actress is the first to wear gold in this gallery. We love the accessories and the hair too. Why don't we see more gloves on the red carpet? They look so chic!

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Julia Roberts (1990) -

The actress was likely the first woman to wear a full suit (including a tie!) to the Golden Globe Awards, and we applaud her for that.

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Whoopi Goldberg (1991) -

Whoopi Goldberg brought brightness and color to a night dominated by somber tones.

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Fran Drescher (1996) -

"The Nanny" was all smiles on the red carpet of the 53rd Annual Golden Globe Awards, with her Carmen Miranda-inspired look.

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Sarah Michelle Gellar (2001) -

The 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' star pulled it all together rather nicely, with this tie neck dress and accessories to match.

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Angelina Jolie (2001) -

The actress shone (literally) in her strapless figure-hugging gown at the 2001 Golden Globes.

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Halle Berry (2002) -

Halle Berry made an unconventional color choice, but one that worked. We love the lace details on the straps and waist.

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Salma Hayek (2003) -

The actress knew she couldn't go wrong with a sleek red dress contouring her curves. And though she opted for classic red lipstick, Hayek chose a darker shade for her nails.

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Beyoncé (2007) -

How stunning does Queen Bey look in this golden number?

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Jennifer Aniston (2010) -

The 'Friends' star showed the world that she's still got Rachel's legs. And what better way to do that than wearing an elegant slit dress?

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Sofia Vergara (2012) -

The 'Modern Family' star wore this gorgeous mermaid-style Vera Wang dress to the 2012 Golden Globes.

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Lupita Nyong'o (2014) -

Ravishing in red, the actress was all smiles on the red carpet of the 71st Annual Golden Globe Awards in Beverly Hills, California.

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Blake Lively (2017) -

Black and gold are among the most sophisticated of combinations when it comes to classy looks. The actress managed to pull it off faultless. And look at those 'pockets!' What a beautifully designed gown.

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Kendall Jenner (2018) -

Jenner wore this black tulle dress and joined many other stars who also wore black for Time's Up's protest against sexual harassment.

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Lady Gaga (2019) -

Gaga's Valentino Haute Couture dress made the headlines in 2019, and for a very good reason. Now that's a train!

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Jennifer Lopez (2020) -

Jennifer Lopez killed the competition in a Valentino gown with huge green and gold bows!

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Andra Day (2021) -

Although the ceremony was held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the attendees still showcased some stylish and memorable looks. Andra Day wore a beautiful Chanel couture dress with a macramé top and a silk tulle skirt.

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Selenis Leyva (2022) -

Selenis Leyva took the stage to announce the nominees with a Ema Savahl black gown and Sole bliss sandals.

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Letitia Wright (2023) -

Letitia Wright wore a Prada dress and shoes and complemented the look with a stunning pair of Bulgari earrings.

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