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Black Stars’ Best Looks at AAFCA Special Achievement Honors

Jamie Foxx, Jurnee Smollett and Courtney B. Vance were among the stars at Sunday’s African American Film Critics Association Special Achievement Honors.

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Black excellence was on full display on Sunday when the African American Film Critics Association hosted its Special Achievement Honorees luncheon. Jamie Foxx, director Deon Taylor (“Black and Blue”), choreographer Fatima Robinson and producer Datari Turner (“They Cloned Tyrone”) were among the winners at the star-studded event. With so many major stars in attendance, we’re taking a look at the best looks from the AAFCA Special Achievement Honors.

Jurnee Smollett

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“The Burial” star shined in an effortlessly elegant gown.

Jamie Foxx

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The Oscar winner exuded confidence in a casual Black suit as he was honored with the Producers Award.

Nia Long

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The ageless actress brilliantly paired a white blazer with a sexy Black pantsuit.

Courtney B. Vance

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Courtney B. Vance has an old Hollywood charm that’s reminiscent of Cary Grant and Humphrey Bogart.

Tyrese Gibson

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The action star kept the all Black theme going with this cool, casual look.

Fatima Robinson

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The Salute to Excellence honoree is just as fashionable as ever in a gorgeous pleated dress.

Deon Taylor

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The Horizon Award winner went with a classic gray blazer/white shirt combo, which is always in style.

Boris Kodjoe

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As usual, the “Station 19″ actor looks like he stepped off the cover of a magazine. His gray suit is paired with a black shirt in a timeless look.

Skye P. Marshall

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In her sexy casual look, the actress is ready for a world takeover.

April Reign

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The media personality gets her glam on in this stunning Black dress.

Jonathan Majors and Meagan Good

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In their first red carpet appearance, the couple didn’t quite get the complimentary aspect of their outfits figured out. They need to work on dressing for the same event or vibe.

Jurnee Smollett and Nia Long

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This is a movie we need to see as soon as possible.

Nia Long and Courtney B. Vance

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Just a couple of ageless legends casually hanging out.

Nia Long, Jamie Foxx, Jurnee Smollett and Datari Turner

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