Celebrities were out in full force this week, stepping out in high style for private events in upscale enclaves, prepping for this weekend’s Professional Football Championship in Glendale, Arizona, or rubbing elbows on red carpets at special events.
In Joshua Tree, Alicia Keys, Gabrielle Union, and a host of VIP celebrities and influencers toasted to life and successes at a private event for Hennessy Paradis, the crown jewel of cognac. Those on the scene enjoyed craft cocktails and a private acoustic show from Keys herself as the sun set over the picturesque luxury hideaway.
In Arizona, Rihanna, Sheryl Lee Ralph, and Babyface held a press conference to talk all things football and the big performances they have planned over the weekend in celebration of the biggest night in sports.
Check out snaps from these, and more star sightings of the week in the photos below:
Alicia Keys, Gabrielle Union
The stars were spotted looking stunning at a private VIP experience hosted by Hennessy Paradis at Kellogg Doolittle House in Joshua Tree, California.
Alicia Keys, Gabrielle Union
Alicia Keys, Gabrielle Union
The duo were all smiles as the sun set over the serene venue at Joshua Tree.
Alicia Keys, Gabrielle Union
Gabrielle Union
The actress and author toasted the evening with a taste of Hennessy Paradis.
Alicia Keys, Sherie
The brand’s first-ever female brand partner, Alicia Keys, hit the stage for an intimate performance for the VIPs in attendance at “Paradis(e) Is On Earth” in Joshua Tree.
Moses Sumney, Alicia Keys, Swizz Beats
The songstress toasted the night with Hennessy Paradis alongside her husband and fellow VIPs.
Moses Sumney, Alicia Keys, Swizz Beatz
Rihanna
The Halftime performer looked fierce and stage-ready at the Apple Music press conference for her upcoming performance at The Big Game.
PHOENIX, ARIZONA – FEBRUARY 09: Rihanna speaks onstage during the Super Bowl LVII Pregame & Apple Music Super Bowl LVII Halftime Show Press Conference at Phoenix Convention Center on February 09, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Mike Coppola/Getty Images)
Rihanna
The performer and mogul was sitting pretty while preparing for her big return to live performing.
PHOENIX, ARIZONA – FEBRUARY 09: Rihanna speaks onstage during the press conference for Apple Music Super Bowl LVII Halftime Show at Phoenix Convention Center on February 09, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic)
Sheryl Lee Ralph, Babyface
The Pre-Game performers were all smiles while teasing what’s to come before The Big Game on Sunday.
PHOENIX, ARIZONA – FEBRUARY 09: Sheryl Lee Ralph and Babyface speak during a press conference for Apple Music Super Bowl LVII Halftime Show at Phoenix Convention Center on February 09, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic)
Sheryl Lee Ralph, Babyface
The singers shared a laugh while discussing their plans to sing “Lift Every Voice,” and “America The Beautiful” before kickoff.
PHOENIX, ARIZONA – FEBRUARY 09: (L-R) Sheryl Lee Ralph, Babyface and Chris Stapleton speak onstage during the Super Bowl LVII Pregame & Apple Music Super Bowl LVII Halftime Show Press Conference at Phoenix Convention Center on February 09, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Mike Coppola/Getty Images)
Angela Bassett
The Oscar nomineee looked stunning while accepting the Montecito Award at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival.
SANTA BARBARA, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 09: Angela Bassett poses with her Montecito Award during the 38th Annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival at The Arlington Theatre on February 09, 2023 in Santa Barbara, California. (Photo by Rebecca Sapp/Getty Images)
Angela Bassett, Ryan Coogler
The director and the legendary actress were all smiles on the red carpet of the Santa Barbara Film Festival.
SANTA BARBARA, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 09: Angela Bassett and Ryan Coogler attend the Montecito Award Ceremony during the 3th Annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival at Arlington Theatre on February 09, 2023 in Santa Barbara, California. (Photo by Tibrina Hobson/Getty Images for SBIFF)
Thuso Mbedu, Gina Prince-Bythewood
The women behind The Woman King were spotted at American Cinematheque’s 2nd Annual “Tribute To The Crafts.”
South African actress Thuso Mbedu and director Gina Prince-Bythewood arrive to American Cinematheque’s second annual “Tribute to the Crafts” at the Aero Theatre in Santa Monica, California, on February 9, 2023. (Photo by LISA O’CONNOR / AFP) (Photo by LISA O’CONNOR/AFP via Getty Images)
Marsai Martin
The starlet and producer was cute and comfy at Carol’s Daughter Born To Repair (& Made To Care) Pajama Jam in NYC.
BROOKLYN, NEW YORK – FEBRUARY 07: Marsai Martin attends as Carol’s Daughter celebrates the launch of their brand new collection, Born To Repair (& Made To Care) at Bogart House on February 07, 2023 in Brooklyn, New York. (Photo by Arturo Holmes/Getty Images for Carol’s Daughter)
Lisa Price, Marsai Martin
The Carol’s Daughter creator and the young starlet were all-smiles at the brand’s big Pajama Party.
BROOKLYN, NEW YORK – FEBRUARY 07: Lisa Price and Marsai Martin attend as Carol’s Daughter celebrates the launch of their brand new collection, Born To Repair (& Made To Care) at Bogart House on February 07, 2023 in Brooklyn, New York. (Photo by Arturo Holmes/Getty Images for Carol’s Daughter)
Quinta Brunson
The Abbott Elementary creator and star was stunning at Christian Siriano’s NYFW runway show.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – FEBRUARY 09: Quinta Brunson attends the Christian Siriano Fall/Winter 2023 NYFW Show at Gotham Hall on February 09, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Hippolyte Petit/Getty Images)
