Stars Dazzle with High Jewelry at the Rebranded Actor Awards 2026

Old Hollywood Glamour Takes Center Stage

The 2026 Actor Awards, formerly known as the SAG Awards, saw a spectacular display of high jewelry as celebrities embraced the evening's 'Old Hollywood glamour' theme. Honoring cinematic and television achievements, the March 1st event was a glittering showcase of archival fashion and bespoke adornments, reimagining the elegance of the 1920s and 1930s.

Kate Hudson Shines in Emily P. Wheeler Bespoke Creations

Nominee Kate Hudson led the charge in custom high jewelry by Los Angeles-based designer Emily P. Wheeler. Her ensemble, designed in collaboration with stylist Sophie Lopez, featured a breathtaking suite of jewels with an estimated value of around $500,000. Highlights included an open torque necklace adorned with a 10.15 ct. pale cognac Desert Diamond and 38.73 cts. t.w. pavé diamonds. Complementing the necklace were striking fringe earrings, each centered with a 2.7 ct. light brown Desert Diamond and cascading pavé diamonds in Wheeler’s signature bubble effect. Hudson also sported three rings from Wheeler, including two circular bubble statement rings featuring Botswana-sourced diamonds and a twist silhouette ring showcasing an 8.8 ct. antique center stone.

“It was a dream to create custom jewelry for Kate,” Wheeler stated. “She fully embodies the spirit of the Emily P. Wheeler woman—glamorous and sophisticated while still a bit bohemian, and someone who appreciates expressing her individuality through high jewelry that is classic and timeless, yet rooted in a modern design aesthetic.”

A Spectrum of Sparkle from Esteemed Houses

Other stars also made significant jewelry statements:

• Wunmi Mosaku, a winner for Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture, wore Messika’s high jewelry Roc necklace, earrings, and ring.
• Gwyneth Paltrow garnered attention for her vintage turquoise earclips by Suzanne Belperron, dating back to 1930, showcasing the influential designer’s artistic approach.
• Sofia Carson opted for eye-catching ouroboros earrings from Chopard’s Animal World collection, symbolizing eternity and renewal.
• Sarah Paulson donned Boucheron’s Vendôme Liseré pieces in white gold with black enamel, including a necklace, pendant earrings featuring emerald-cut diamonds, and a striking ring.
• Kristen Bell, the evening’s host, presented in Messika’s high jewelry Night Owl necklace and earrings, along with the Messika by Kate Moss exotic charm ring.
• Teyana Taylor made a statement with Tiffany & Co. diamond jewelry by Jean Schlumberger, including the sculptural Leaves necklace.
• Ali Larter accessorized with Repossi diamond jewels, featuring the spherical Blast necklace, bracelet, and a Toi et Moi pear-shaped diamond ring.
• Chase Infiniti stunned in De Beers dangling earrings, channeling a vintage aesthetic.
• Viola Davis presented in a sparkling natural diamond floral necklace with an emerald drop pendant by Pasquale Bruni.
• Michelle Monaghan wore Sabyasachi chandelier earrings and a matching ring featuring diamonds and morganite.
• Nana Mensah accessorized a vintage gown with Boucheron’s Serpent Bohème hoop earrings and a cocktail ring.
• Sarah Pidgeon chose Rahaminov Diamond platinum stud earrings totaling 20.31 carats and a 10-carat diamond ring.
• Chloé Zhao added glamour with Elsa Peretti’s iconic Scorpion necklace for Tiffany & Co.
• Keri Russell sported Buccellati dangling earrings and a cocktail ring featuring tanzanite.
• Sheryl Lee Ralph wore De Beers diamond jewelry, including a tennis bracelet and lariat necklace.
• Demi Moore presented in Harry Winston, featuring a cascading diamond drop necklace of approximately 73.54 carats, diamond earrings, and rings.
• Jessie Buckley wore Jessica McCormack diamond jewels, including a Signature 17-carat Diamond Button Back necklace and drop earrings.
• Rose Byrne accessorized with Messika’s High Jewelry Sirenetta diamond fringe earrings and a diamond ring.
• Jean Smart showcased a 34.29-carat diamond bib necklace and a diamond ring from Rahaminov Diamonds.
• Molly Sims wore an 18-karat white gold Chopard necklace set with 72 carats of diamonds, along with stud earrings and rings from the Haute Joaillerie Collection.

Men’s Jewelry Highlights

While generally more understated, Connor Storrie stood out with a full suite of Tiffany & Co. jewelry, including the Jean Schlumberger by Tiffany Stitches ring, a Victoria mixed cluster necklace, hoop earrings, and a cocktail watch. Jeremy Allen White added a vintage touch with an Art Deco diamond bow bar brooch from The Back Vault.

The Actor Awards 2026 successfully blended classic Hollywood allure with contemporary design, reaffirming the enduring power of fine jewelry on the red carpet.