The 2026 ESPYs brought New York City to a standstill on Wednesday night. Held at David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center, the awards ceremony assembled top athletes across basketball, football, boxing, and entertainment for an evening celebrating sport and style. But before the trophies started moving, the red carpet became the real main event. We watched 2026 ESPYS attendees arrive in everything from tailored suits to statement pieces that proved this crowd takes fashion seriously.
From NBA Finals MVP Jalen Brunson to Olympic legend Simone Biles, the night belonged to people who showed up knowing exactly what they wanted to wear. Whether it was gold lamé, lavender, or perfectly pressed pinstripes, everyone came prepared. Check out who made the biggest style moments on the carpet.
Karl-Anthony Towns & Jordyn Woods
New York Knicks player Karl-Anthony Towns arrived with his fiancée, Jordyn Woods, looking like winners in every sense. They both brought polished energy to the carpet, proving that sometimes less really is more.
Russell Wilson
NFL star Russell Wilson flew solo for the evening but didn’t compromise on style. The result spoke for itself.
Monica McNutt
Sports analyst Monica McNutt leaned into softness with her pink moment. The fringe and ruffled details gave her look dimension and movement that translated perfectly on the red carpet.
Dwight Howard
NBA legend Dwight Howard kept things sharp and understated. A black suit, a subtle green lapel detail, and you’ve got something that feels both grounded and refined.
Kevin Hart
Comedian Kevin Hart basically looked like a walking trophy in champagne gold. Bold move. Absolutely worked.
Saddiq Bey
NBA star Saddiq Bey arrived in a gray pinstripe suit that felt both fashion-forward and effortless. This is what happens when tailoring actually fits.
Fat Joe
Rapper Fat Joe showed up in lavender and made a compelling case for more men embracing the color. It works when you wear it with this kind of confidence.
Terence Crawford
Boxer Terence Crawford brought cool precision to the carpet in a blue pinstriped suit paired with fresh cornrows. Details matter.
Jayson Tatum
Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum showed up ready, muscles on display in a crisp green outfit. The choice speaks for itself.
Jalen and Ali Marks Brunson
2026 NBA Finals MVP Jalen Brunson walked the carpet with his wife, Ali, and the elegance between them was undeniable. They looked like winners in every frame.
Nik Bonitto
Denver Broncos player Nik Bonitto showed up with green energy and thoughtful accessories. The details elevated the whole look.
Steph and Ayesha Curry
Steph and Ayesha Curry posed for the cameras looking picture-perfect. Some couples just get it right.
Simone Biles and Jonathan Owens
Olympic champion Simone Biles and her NFL husband Jonathan Owens showed up together, and the chemistry between them made immediate sense. This is what it looks like when two powerhouses find each other.
Mike Tyson
Boxing legend Mike Tyson kept it classic in all white and looked suave doing it. Some looks never age out.
Ghostface Killah
Wu-Tang Clan legend Ghostface Killah arrived in green, continuing the unofficial color trend of the night. Check out the pattern play and styling—this is someone who knows how to wear clothes. 2026 ESPYS proved that this crowd still knows how to show up with intention, style, and presence.
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