Billy Porter Wore a Christian Siriano Gown to the Oscars

last updated 16 July 2020

Oscars night is just beginning, but one of the early arrivals already set the bar pretty high. Billy Porter wore a custom Christian Siriano tuxedo gown that quickly went viral, and we're here for the head-turning statement. The Pose actor is an ABC red carpet correspondent for the Oscars this year, alongside Ashley Graham and Elaine Welteroth, so expect his velvet gown to get plenty of airtime.

"What an honor it was to create this moment," Siriano tweeted alongside a video of Porter twirling on the red carpet. Of course, Siriano is no stranger to the red carpet and has created custom looks for the likes of Lady Gaga, Amy Adams, Janelle Monáe, Leslie Jones, and scores of other celebrities. Scroll down to see Porter's epic tuxedo dress at the 2019 Oscars, and stay tuned for more coverage of Hollywood's biggest night.

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Anddddd flip!! @theebillyporter at the #oscars in Siriano and what an honor it was to create this moment! @TheAcademy pic.twitter.com/cSZR9D5NA3February 24, 2019

Bravo!!!!! https://t.co/RFkMuaZvbLFebruary 24, 2019

10s, 10s, 10s ACROSS THE BOARD!!!!! @theebillyporter at the #Oscars #Oscars2019 More red carpet and commentary later on our site. #PoseFX @PoseOnFX pic.twitter.com/lGu6W7sO5tFebruary 24, 2019

Billy Porter in @CSiriano. An excellent start to the #oscars. pic.twitter.com/Kbbvaza1u0February 24, 2019

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