We’ll never get tired of giving Regina King her flowers. She’s constantly inspired us in some of Black culture’s most memorable roles– such as Friday’s “Dana”, Poetic Justice’s “Iesha”, and Boyz n the Hood’s “Shalika.” And, one of course can’t forget how further proved her versatility playing the voices of “Huey” and “Riley” on The Boondocks. King is of course the Queen of TV and film, taking home over 20 awards throughout her career. Additionally, we’d be remiss if we failed to mention that she is also a beauty icon.
Her classic thick, full bodied texture– see her tight wanded curls look at the Daddy Day Care premiere in 2003– have long been a statement in Hollywood. At times, she rocked a brushed out look (like at the 2004 Louis Vuitton United Cancer Front Gala), and other moments, she pulled her tresses into an updo (cue the 77th Annual Academy Awards.) But her natural, silky finish has still remained– from short cuts to braided buns and pin curls– an embodiment of Hollywood glamor.
King’s light brown eyes are a beauty statement on their own. She’s known to add modest eyeshadow colors to further highlight them– like chalky blue-tones at the 69th Emmy Awards in 2017. At the 2019 Met Gala, she opted for a dramatic purple, before rocking a no makeup-makeup look at the 2021 Cannes Gala. As for her most recent sighting? King appeared on stage next to Angela Bassett at the 14th Annual Governors Awards this year, in a purple, braided bun and spotlight-kissed skin.
Below, ESSENCE wishes Regina King a happy birthday with a look back at 53 of her most inspirational beauty looks.
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Los Angeles Premiere of DreamWorks’ “Collateral – After-party
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“Ray” Gala Screening
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Conde Nast Media Group presents 2007 Movies Rock – Arrivals
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New BlackBerry Pearl 8130 Smartphone from Verizon Launch Party
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Two Can Play That Game Premiere
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“Daddy Day Care” Premiere Benefiting the Fulfillment Fund
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ET/GLAMOUR Emmy Party Celebrating a Night of GLAMOUR on Sunset
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Hollywood Life’s 4th Annual Breakthrough of the Year Awards – Portraits
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57th Annual Directors Guild of America Awards – Arrivals
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The Louis Vuitton United Cancer Front Gala
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“Collateral” Los Angeles Premiere – Arrivals
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Gotham and Los Angeles Confidental Magazine Presents “Monster!” Premiere – New York – Inside Arrivals
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“Legally Blonde 2 Red, White & Blonde” – Premiere, New York City – Inside Arrivals
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NBC 75th Anniversary All-Star Reception
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“Barbershop” Premiere – Los Angeles
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The 77th Annual Academy Awards – Arrivals
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“The Preacher’s Wife” New York City Premiere
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“How Stella Got Her Groove Back” Hollywood Premiere
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E! Online’s Hot Sizzlin’ Sixteen 2001 Party
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“Recess: School’s Out” Hollywood Premiere
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“Down to Earth” Hollywood Premiere
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73rd Annual Academy Awards Pre-Party Hosted by Vanity Fair and the Entertainment Industry Foundation
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First Annual BET Awards – Press Room
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2015 Annual Spirit Of Liberty Awards Dinner – Red Carpet
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Disney ABC Television Group Hosts TCA Summer Press Tour
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69th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards – Arrivals
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76th Annual Golden Globe Awards – Arrivals
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Legally Blonde 2 Red, White & Blonde – Special Screening in Southampton, New York
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DJ Sky Nellor Kicks Off Sky Wednesdays at The 40/40 Club
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“This Christmas” Los Angeles Premiere – After Party
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David Bowie After Party at the Penthouse Suite at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino
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Conde Nast Traveler 18th Annual Readers’ Choice Awards – Arrivals
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BMI Brunch 2008
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The Pacifier Los Angeles Premiere – Red Carpet
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2005 TNT Black Movie Awards – Red Carpet
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Hollywood Life’s 4th Annual Breakthrough of the Year Awards – Red Carpet
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18th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards – Arrivals
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2013 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Graydon Carter – Inside
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Ray Press Conference with Jamie Foxx, Kerry Washington, Regina King and Taylor Hackford
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2007 Women in Film Crystal + Lucy Awards – Arrivals
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91st Annual Academy Awards – Press Room
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2019 Film Independent Spirit Awards
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2019 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Radhika Jones – Arrivals
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The 2019 Met Gala Celebrating Camp: Notes On Fashion
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HBO’s Post Emmy Awards Reception – Arrivals
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2020 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Radhika Jones – Arrivals
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amfAR Gala Arrivals – The 74th Annual Cannes Film Festival
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The Academy Museum Of Motion Pictures Opening Gala – Arrivals
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11th Hamilton Behind The Camera Awards – Arrivals
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Neiman Marcus Welcomes Schiaparelli’s Daniel Roseberry to Los Angeles
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Academy Of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences’ 14th Annual Governors Awards
