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News Room : Independent Spirit Awards 2026: Kaia Gerber, Nina Dobrev and Jenny Slate lead the best dressed stars on red carpet

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A parade of cinema’s elite gathered at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles on Sunday for the 41st Film Independent Spirit Awards.

Model Kaia Gerber looked sensational as she commanded the red carpet in a sheer black lace dress that clung to her enviable figure. The beauty — who’s the daughter of Cindy Crawford — paired the look with black heels.

The Vampire Diaries star Nina Dobrev wowed in a floral red and yellow gown with a plunging neckline. 

Meanwhile, It Ends with Us actress Jenny Slate stunned in a sleeveless see-through black dress.

Her sleek raven bob was parted in the middle, and she accentuated her features with delicate glam. 

The Independent Spirit Awards will be hosted by SNL star Ego Nwodim and Honorary Chair filmmaker Lulu Wang.

Kaia Gerber, Nina Dobrev and Jenny Slate led the glamour at the 41st Film Independent Spirit Awards in Los Angeles on Sunday

Dobrev wowed in florals

Slate opted for a sheer look

Kaia Gerber, Nina Dobrev and Jenny Slate led the glamour at the 41st Film Independent Spirit Awards in Los Angeles on Sunday

Winners are selected by members of Film Independent, the nonprofit dedicated to supporting visual storytelling.

Adolescence star Erin Doherty had all eyes on her on the red carpet, wearing a sculptural black dress, with voluminous, wing-like draped fabric from her shoulders to her wrists.

The actress added a touch of color to the look with red earrings and red lipstick.

Kirsten Dunst was a vision in a pastel pink and blue floral dress. She was joined by husband Jesse Plemons. 

Issa Rae cut a glamorous figure on the red carpet in a metallic gold dress featuring dramatic side slits. 

Keke Palmer was a vision in a pastel yellow top and matching silk skirt. 

Regina King looked vibrant in a sequined halter gown. 

Meanwhile, Supriya Ganesh, who stars in The Pitt, wowed in an asymmetrical lilac dress paired with burgundy heels. 

The Town star Rebecca Hall was a vision in a violet dress with side cut outs.

Rose Byrne flashed a glimpse of her midriff in black dress with vibrant pops of color. She wore her brunette hair in a short ponytail. 

Gerber looked sensational as she commanded the red carpet in a sheer black lace dress

Gerber looked sensational as she commanded the red carpet in a sheer black lace dress

The beauty — who's the daughter of Cindy Crawford — paired the look with black heels

She showed off the look from different angles

The beauty — who’s the daughter of Cindy Crawford — paired the look with black heels 

Dobrev wowed in a floral red and yellow gown with a plunging neckline

Dobrev wowed in a floral red and yellow gown with a plunging neckline

The Vampire Diaries star accessorized with a golden clutch

The Vampire Diaries star accessorized with a golden clutch

Slate stunned in a sleeveless see-through black dress

She added height to her look with black heels

Slate stunned in a sleeveless see-through black dress

She wore a dark matte shade of red lipstick

She wore a dark matte shade of red lipstick 

Kirsten Dunst was a vision in a pastel pink and blue floral dress

Kirsten Dunst was a vision in a pastel pink and blue floral dress

Her blonde tresses were parted on the side

Her blonde tresses were parted on the side

She was joined by husband Jesse Plemons

She was joined by husband Jesse Plemons

She shared a loved-up look with her husband

She shared a loved-up look with her husband 

She also mingled with her Civil War co-star Wagner Moura

She also mingled with her Civil War co-star Wagner Moura

Adolescence star Erin Doherty had all eyes on her in a sculptural black dress, with voluminous, wing-like draped fabric from her shoulders to her wrists

Adolescence star Erin Doherty had all eyes on her in a sculptural black dress, with voluminous, wing-like draped fabric from her shoulders to her wrists

The actress added a touch of color to the look with red earrings and red lipstick

The actress added a touch of color to the look with red earrings and red lipstick 

Rose Byrne flashed a glimpse of her midriff in black dress with vibrant pops of color

She added white earrings

Rose Byrne flashed a glimpse of her midriff in black dress with vibrant pops of color

She wore her brunette hair in a short ponytail

She wore her brunette hair in a short ponytail

Regina King looked vibrant in a sequined halter gown

Regina King looked vibrant in a sequined halter gown

Zoey Deutch paired a cream mini with black lace tights

Her dress featured a large bow

Zoey Deutch paired a cream mini with black lace tights

She was joined by partner Jimmy Tatro

She was joined by partner Jimmy Tatro

Like many other stars on Sunday, Tessa Thompson opted for a sheer gown

Like many other stars on Sunday, Tessa Thompson opted for a sheer gown

It featured a colorful print on the torso

It featured a colorful print on the torso

Keke Palmer was a vision in a pastel yellow top and matching silk skirt

She added height to her look with nude heels

Keke Palmer was a vision in a pastel yellow top and matching silk skirt

Issa Rae cut a glamorous figure in a metallic gold dress featuring dramatic side slits

Issa Rae cut a glamorous figure in a metallic gold dress featuring dramatic side slits

Dree Hemingway looked chic in a yellow floral dress

Dree Hemingway looked chic in a yellow floral dress

The Town star Rebecca Hall was a vision in a violet dress with side cut outs

The Town star Rebecca Hall was a vision in a violet dress with side cut outs

She added contrast by wearing black nail polish

She added contrast by wearing black nail polish 

Meanwhile, Supriya Ganesh, who stars in The Pitt, wowed in an asymmetrical lilac dress

She paired the look with burgundy heels

Meanwhile, Supriya Ganesh, who stars in The Pitt, wowed in an asymmetrical lilac dress paired with burgundy heels

She further sparkled up the look with stunning blue earrings

She further sparkled up the look with stunning blue earrings

The host of the show Ego Nwodim brought the glamour in a black and white lace dress

The host of the show Ego Nwodim brought the glamour in a black and white lace dress

Lake Bell looked glamorous at the event

Anna Camp stunned in a shimmering gown

Lake Bell and Anna Camp looked glamorous at the event

Actress Wally Baram wowed in a black-and-white blazer teamed with a black lace skirt

Actress Wally Baram wowed in a black-and-white blazer teamed with a black lace skirt

She wore delicate glam

She wore delicate glam

Eva Victor paired an off-the-shoulder grey knit top with a floor-length satin maxi skirt

The star accessorized with strappy black heels

Eva Victor paired an off-the-shoulder grey knit top with a floor-length satin maxi skirt

Jane Levy showcased her toned arms in a black dress with a snakeskin bustier

Jane Levy showcased her toned arms in a black dress with a snakeskin bustier

Her strawberry toned tresses cascaded down her back in beachy waves

Her strawberry toned tresses cascaded down her back in beachy waves

Frances Turner put on a leggy display in a white lace mini dress paired with silver heels

Frances Turner put on a leggy display in a white lace mini dress paired with silver heels

Sinners star Wunmi Mosaku showcased her baby bump in a vibrant yellow, after announcing her pregnancy at the 2026 Golden Globes

Sinners star Wunmi Mosaku showcased her baby bump in a vibrant yellow, after announcing her pregnancy at the 2026 Golden Globes

Actress Wally Baram wowed in a black-and-white blazer teamed with a black lace skirt. 

Eva Victor paired an off-the-shoulder grey knit top with a floor-length satin maxi skirt. Victor accessorized with strappy black heels.

Zoey Deutch paired a cream mini with black lace tights. 

Australian hunk Joel Edgerton, 51, cut a dapper figure in a grey suit. The actor also wore a striking pendant necklace, featuring a luminous white stone on a black chain.

Edgerton is nominated for best lead performance for his work in ‘Train Dreams.’ 

Frances Turner put on a leggy display in a white lace mini dress paired with silver heels. 

Sinners star Wunmi Mosaku showcased her baby bump in a vibrant yellow, after announcing her pregnancy at the 2026 Golden Globes. 

Francesca Scorsese, the daughter of legendary director Martin Scorsese, opted for a vivid low-cut red dress. 

Flamin' Hot star Annie Gonzalez sizzled in a bustier style white gown, with her brunette tresses styled into bombshell curls

Flamin’ Hot star Annie Gonzalez sizzled in a bustier style white gown, with her brunette tresses styled into bombshell curls

Taylor Dearden opted for classic glamour, wearing an emerald strapless gown

She completed the look with white heels

Taylor Dearden opted for classic glamour, wearing an emerald strapless gown

Francesca Scorsese, the daughter of legendary director Martin Scorsese, opted for a vivid low-cut red dress

Francesca Scorsese, the daughter of legendary director Martin Scorsese, opted for a vivid low-cut red dress

She posed for photos with Federica Domeneghetti, who rocked a black mini dress

She posed for photos with Federica Domeneghetti, who rocked a black mini dress

Comedian Kumail Nanjiani was joined by wife Emily V. Gordon, who looked chic in a polka dot dress and neon green heels

Comedian Kumail Nanjiani was joined by wife Emily V. Gordon, who looked chic in a polka dot dress and neon green heels

Australian hunk Joel Edgerton, 51, cut a dapper figure in a grey suit

Australian hunk Joel Edgerton, 51, cut a dapper figure in a grey suit

The Train Dreams actor also wore a striking pendant necklace, featuring a luminous white stone on a black chain

The Train Dreams actor also wore a striking pendant necklace, featuring a luminous white stone on a black chain

Star Wars legend Mark Hamill was joined by daughter Chelsea Hamill

Star Wars legend Mark Hamill was joined by daughter Chelsea Hamill

He looked sharp in a dark suit with a purple shirt underneath

He looked sharp in a dark suit with a purple shirt underneath

Comedian Robby Hoffman was joined by spouse Gabby Windey, who was a contestant on season 26 of The Bachelor

Comedian Robby Hoffman was joined by spouse Gabby Windey, who was a contestant on season 26 of The Bachelor

Windey put on a sizzling display in a champagne toned dress that left little to the imagination

Windey put on a sizzling display in a champagne toned dress that left little to the imagination

Tabs Breese and Rajee Samarasinghe wore ICE OUT pins in protest of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement

Tabs Breese and Rajee Samarasinghe wore ICE OUT pins in protest of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement 

Twinless star Dylan O'Brien looked cool as ever

Twinless star Dylan O’Brien looked cool as ever

Lamorne Morris and Mark Duplass both rocked dark suits

Lamorne Morris and Mark Duplass both rocked dark suits

Lamorne Morris and Mark Duplass both rocked dark suits 

Brandon Finn showed off his style in an aquamarine blazer paired with a baby blue button up and black silk pants

Brandon Finn showed off his style in an aquamarine blazer paired with a baby blue button up and black silk pants

His hair was gelled back

His hair was gelled back

Dewayne Perkins went shirtless under a white blazer, which he paired with black pants and a black scarf

Dewayne Perkins went shirtless under a white blazer, which he paired with black pants and a black scarf

Cliff Curtis rocked a black button up and white pants

Cliff Curtis rocked a black button up and white pants

He completed the look with lavender sneakers

He completed the look with lavender sneakers

Michael Cimino opted for a pop of color in a Western shirt and black pants

Michael Cimino opted for a pop of color in a Western shirt and black pants

She posed for photos with Federica Domeneghetti, who rocked a black mini dress.

Taylor Dearden opted for classic glamour, wearing an emerald strapless gown. 

Star Wars legend Mark Hamill was joined by daughter Chelsea Hamill. 

Comedian Kumail Nanjiani was joined by wife Emily V. Gordon, who looked chic in a polka dot dress and neon green heels. 

Michael Cimino opted for a pop of color in a Western shirt and black pants. 

Comedian Robby Hoffman was joined by spouse Gabby Windey, who was a contestant on season 26 of The Bachelor. 

Brandon Finn showed off his style in an aquamarine blazer paired with a baby blue button up and black silk pants.

Dewayne Perkins went shirtless under a white blazer, which he paired with black pants and a black scarf.

Jane Levy showcased her toned arms in a black dress with a snakeskin bustier. Her strawberry toned tresses cascaded down her back in beachy waves. 

Flamin’ Hot star Annie Gonzalez sizzled in a bustier style white gown, with her brunette tresses styled into bombshell curls.

Gerber and Francois Arnaud pictured onstage

Gerber and Francois Arnaud pictured onstage

Arnaud sported a dark suit

Arnaud sported a dark suit 

Byrne was pictured speaking onstage

Byrne was pictured speaking onstage

She presented the Best Documentary award for The Perfect Neighbor to Alisa Payne

She presented the Best Documentary award for The Perfect Neighbor to Alisa Payne

Doherty accepted the Best Supporting Performance in a New Scripted Series award for 'Adolescence'

Doherty accepted the Best Supporting Performance in a New Scripted Series award for ‘Adolescence’

She played child psychologist Briony Ariston in the 2025 Netflix limited series

She played child psychologist Briony Ariston in the 2025 Netflix limited series

She was presented the award by Keke Palmer

She was presented the award by Keke Palmer 

Nwodim hosted the event

Nwodim hosted the event 

In the film categories, ‘Peter Hujar’s Day’ — which stars Ben Whishaw and Rebecca Hall — received five nominations, the most for any film at this year’s ceremony.

The film is one of five contenders for Best Feature. It faces stiff competition from ‘The Plague,’ ‘Sorry, Baby,’ ‘Train Dreams,’ and ‘Twinless.’

Clint Bentley and Ira Sachs are both nominated for best director — for ‘Train Dreams’ and ‘Peter Hujar’s Day,’ respectively. 

Also nominated in the same category are Mary Bronstein for ‘If I Had Legs I’d Kick You,’ Lloyd Lee Choi for ‘Lucky Lu’ and Eva Victor for ‘Sorry, Baby.’ 

Viewers can watch the ceremony live at 5:00 p.m. ET on Film Independent and IMDb’s YouTube channels. 

The Spirit Awards come amid the final stretch of awards season, with the Oscars now only a month away. 

Independent Spirit Awards 2026 Nominations

Movies

Best Feature

Peter Hujar’s Day

The Plague

Sorry, Baby

Train Dreams

Twinless

 

Best Director

Clint Bentley, Train Dreams

Mary Bronstein, If I Had Legs I’d Kick You

Lloyd Lee Choi, Lucky Lu

Ira Sachs, Peter Hujar’s Day

Eva Victor, Sorry, Baby

 

Best First Feature

Blue Sun Palace

Dust Bunny

East of Wall

Lurker

One of Them Days

 

Best Lead Performance

Everett Blunck, The Plague

Rose Byrne, If I Had Legs I’d Kick You

Kathleen Chalfant, Familiar Touch

Chang Chen, Lucky Lu

Joel Edgerton, Train Dreams

Dylan O’Brien, Twinless

Keke Palmer, One of Them Days

Théodore Pellerin, Lurker

Tessa Thompson, Hedda

Ben Whishaw, Peter Hujar’s Day

 

Best Supporting Performance

Naomi Ackie, Sorry, Baby

Zoey Deutch, Nouvelle Vague

Kirsten Dunst, Roofman

Rebecca Hall, Peter Hujar’s Day

Nina Hoss, Hedda

Jane Levy, A Little Prayer

Archie Madekwe, Lurker

Kali Reis, Rebuilding

Jacob Tremblay, Sovereign

Haipeng Xu, Blue Sun Palace

 

Best Breakthrough Performance

Liz Larsen, The Baltimorons

Kayo Martin, The Plague

Misha Osherovich, She’s the He

SZA, One of Them Days

Tabatha Zimiga, East of Wall

Television 

Best New Scripted Series

Adolescence

Common Side Effects

Forever

Mr. Loverman

North of North

 

Best New Non-Scripted or Documentary Series

Citizen Nation

Hurricane Katrina: Race Against Time

Pee-Wee As Himself

Seen & Heard: The History of Black Television

Vow of Silence: The Assassination of Annie Mae

 

Best Lead Performance in a New Scripted Series

Sydney Chandler, Alien: Earth

Stephen Graham, Adolescence

Ethan Hawke, The Lowdown

Lennie James, Mr. Loverman

Anna Lambe, North of North

Lola Petticrew, Say Nothing

Seth Rogen, The Studio

Lovie Simone, Forever

Michelle Williams, Dying for Sex

Noah Wyle, The Pitt

 

Best Supporting Performance in a New Scripted Series

Ariyon Bakare, Mr. Loverman

Babou Ceesay, Alien: Earth

Sharon D. Clarke, Mr. Loverman

Taylor Dearden, The Pitt

Erin Doherty, Adolescence

Stephen McKinley Henderson, A Man on the Inside

Poorna Jagannathan, Deli Boys

Xosha Roquemore, Forever

Jenny Slate, Dying for Sex

Ben Whishaw, Black Doves

 

Best Breakthrough Performance in a New Scripted Series

Asif Ali, Deli Boys

Wally Baram, Overcompensating

Owen Cooper, Adolescence

Michael Cooper Jr., Forever

Ernest Kinglsey Junior, Washington Black

 

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