RED CARPET RUNDOWN: The 2018 amfAR Gala Brought An Explosion Of Sequins And Pretty Purples

The 2018 amFAR Gala was held on Wednesday evening in New York City at Cipriani Wall Street. amfAR, The Foundation for AIDS Research, is an international non-profit that supports AIDS research, HIV prevention, advocacy, treatment education, and more. Kenneth Cole is the chairman of the board. The organization honored Director and Producer Lee Daniels. He was introduced by his longtime friend, Queen Latifah. Click through our gallery to see all the stars who came out for the event and their stylish red carpet looks! Which outfit is your favorite? Tell us in the comment section.

1. TARAJI P. HENSON

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Actor Taraji P. Henson arrives at the amFAR gala. Hair styled by Tym Wallace.

2. TARAJI P. HENSON

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In David Koma Spring 2018 RTW dress and Jacob & Co. jewelry.

3. TARAJI P. HENSON

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In David Koma Spring 208 RTW gown and Rene Caovilla shoes.

4. TARAJI P. HENSON (L) AND QUEEN LATIFAH

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Actors Taraji P. Henson and Queen Latifah pose for a photo at the 2018 amFAR Gala.

5. QUEEN LATIFAH

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Queen Latifah arrives in a black sequin gown with a sexy slit.

6. QUEEN LATIFAH AND LEE DANIELS

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Queen Latifah (L) shares a laugh with Lee Daniels (R). Lee Daniels was honored at the event.

7. SERAYAH

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Empire actor Serayah shows off a braided hairstyle on the red carpet. She is wearing Chopard jewelry.

8. SERAYAH

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In Michael Kors gown and Jimmy Choo shoes.

9. JOAN SMALLS

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In a Dolce & Gabbana suit.

10. JOAN SMALLS

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Wearing a Dolce & Gabbana suit and Alexandre Birman shoes.

11. JUSTINE SKYE

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Justine Skye with her signature purple hair at the amFAR Gala.

12. JUSTINE SKYE

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In Vivienne Westwood.

13. LA LA ANTHONY

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Actor La La Anthony.

14. LA LA ANTHONY

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In Naeem Khan Resort 2018.