Stars Over 50 Bring Glamour to the 2025 Emmys

Style that proves age is just a number.

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Published: Sep 15, 2025

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The 77th Primetime Emmy Awards weren’t just about the winners. The red carpet and stage were full of familiar faces that showed that beauty and style simply don’t fade with time. From record-setting nominees to presenters and long-time favorites, these stars over 50 shined brightest both on and off the red carpet.

Stars Over 50 Bring Glamour to the 2025 Emmys

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Kathy Bates, 77

At 77, Kathy Bates became the oldest-ever nominee for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series thanks to her work on Matlock. She presented during the ceremony wearing a gorgeous black gown with her silver hair swept up.

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Jennifer Coolidge, 64

The comedic icon presented at the ceremony in a strapless black gown with her blond hair styled in a loose updo. The White Lotus star leaned into her signature mix of playful and polished on the carpet.

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Mariska Hargitay, 61

The longtime Law & Order: SVU actress returned to the Emmys as a presenter wearing a velvet burgundy gown with relaxed Hollywood waves, her look finished with a full Chanel Beauty lineup by makeup artist Kate Synnott.

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Leslie Bibb, 51

Stealing the spotlight in a glittering Armani gown and her signature Chris McMillan bob, the White Lotus star served as presenter while donning a streamlined, modern look to the carpet.

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Sheryl Lee Ralph, 68

The Abbott Elementary star chose a bold blue gown paired with voluminous curls. Ralph has been nominated for the fourth consecutive year for her work, and she already has one win under her belt

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Phaedra Parks, 51

The Real Housewives of Atlanta star turned heads on the carpet in a strapless, glittering champagne gown and a platinum blond Marilyn-inspired 'do.

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Lauren Graham, 56

Graham wore a black gown designed with large, sheer floral panels. She reunited with Gilmore Girls co-star Alexis Bledel on the red carpet before presenting.

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Elizabeth Banks, 51

Opting for a structured Rabanne dress and a retro-inspired updo, Banks embraced a timeless, classic style with a playful nod to vintage glamour.

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Angela Bassett, 67

Angela Bassett brought her signature elegance to the Emmys in a golden Yara Shoemaker gown, complemented by long, flowing waves that gave her look a modern mermaid touch.