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Halle Berry reacts to inspiring Zendaya’s Emmy 2026 red carpet look

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Matera, A. (2026, September 15). Halle Berry reacts to inspiring Zendaya’s Emmy 2026 red carpet look. New York Post. https://pagesix.com/2026/09/15/style/halle-berry-reacts-to-inspiring-zendayas-emmy-2026-red-carpet-look/

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New York Post · collected 2026-09-15 · by Avery Matera

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Zendaya paid tribute to Halle Berry at the 2026 Emmy Awards by wearing a custom Prada gown that mirrored Berry’s iconic 2002 beaded minidress from the “Die Another Day” premiere. Additionally, Zendaya sported a pixie haircut inspired by Berry's style. Berry herself praised this homage on Instagram, writing, "she murdered the night!" The mutual admiration between the two stars stems from years of support and respect they've shown each other in the entertainment industry.
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The 2026 Emmy Awards, honoring television achievements from June 1, 2025 to May 31, 2026, took place on September 14 at the Peacock Theater in downtown Los Angeles. HBO Max's "The Pitt" led with 25 nominations and won Best Drama; it faced strong competition from newcomers like "Widow's Bay," which received eight awards including its lead actor Matthew Rhys. In comedy, "Hacks" and newcomer "Beef" were in fierce contention for the top prize. Notably absent was viral hit "Heated Rivalry." Mariska Hargitay hosted the event, and celebrities arrived on the red carpet wearing their best outfits to honor the late fashion designer Bob Mackie.

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“While both articles discuss Zendaya's appearance at the Emmys 2026 red carpet, Article A covers a broader range of celebrities and their outfits, while Article B focuses specifically on Halle Berry's influence on Zendaya's look.”
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Zendaya PERSON · 4× Berry PERSON · 3× Halle Berry PERSON · 2× @halleberry PERSON · 1× Collette Dinnigan PERSON · 1× HBO ORG · 1× Halle PERSON · 1× Halle Berry’s PERSON · 1× Law Roach PERSON · 1× Prada ORG · 1×

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Zendaya, who was nominated for her role in HBO’s “Euphoria,” wowed at the awards show in a plunging embellished gown that sparkled under the flashing lights of the paparazzi.
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🔮 Halle Berry might not have been on last night’s Emmys 2026 red carpet, but Zendaya brought her likeness to the evening’s festivities.
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Halle Berry reacts to inspiring Zendaya’s Emmy 2026 red carpet look · assertive framing

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Halle Berry might not have been on last night’s Emmys 2026 red carpet, but Zendaya brought her likeness to the evening’s festivities. uncertain
Zendaya → bring → festivities
Zendaya, who was nominated for her role in HBO’s “Euphoria,” wowed at the awards show in a plunging embellished gown that sparkled under the flashing lights of the paparazzi. asserted
that → nominate → paparazzi
The custom Prada look was reminiscent of Halle Berry’s 2002 beaded Collette Dinnigan minidress from the premiere of “Die Another Day.” asserted
look → bead → Day
Plus, the “Drama” star took her Berry inspiration even further, chopping her hair into a pixie cut that also paid homage to Halle. asserted
that → take → Halle
Stylist Law Roach, shared an image of Halle Berry on his Instagram Story Monday night, confirming the intention. asserted
Roach → share → intention
“The original @halleberry,” he wrote. asserted
he → write → ?
And, come morning, Berry voiced her approval of the sartorial nod, reposting the side-by-side on Instagram and writing approvingly: “she murdered the night!” asserted
she → come → night
The inspiration comes from a mutual admiration and respect between the pair. asserted
inspiration → come → pair
Back in 2021, Berry named Zendaya as her singular pick to represent the future of Hollywood. asserted
Berry → name → Hollywood
“She’s wildly talented, young and already has an Emmy … she’s brave, not afraid to take chances, authentic and wildly beautiful. asserted
she → ’ → chances
But she’s not afraid not to be beautiful,” she shared. asserted
she → ’ → ?
Zendaya replied, adding that she was “incredibly honored.” “She’s always been so lovely and so supportive. asserted
She → reply → ?
Whenever I’ve run into her, she’s always taken the time to stop and talk to me — and share love and words of encouragement. asserted
she → run → encouragement
It means the world to me.” asserted
It → mean → me
Conversation Your voice matters. asserted
voice → matter → ?
Discussions are moderated for civility. asserted
Discussions → moderate → civility
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