The Best Diamond Jewelry from the SAG Awards Red Carpet—Then and Now
Since its debut in 1995, the SAG Awards have seen celebrities call upon natural diamonds to help convey that story for one of Hollywood’s most glamorous nights.
The SAG Awards have always delivered exceptional Hollywood glamor, thanks to the high-caliber blend of television stars, silver screen favorites, and their natural diamond jewelry lighting up the red carpet.
This year, the 2024 Screen Actors Guild Awards will air on Saturday, February 24. Feature films Barbie and Oppenheimer are leading the pack in nominations with television series like The Crown, Succession and Abbott Elementary earning nods as well. With nominees like Margot Robbie, Quinta Brunson, Emily Blunt, Lily Gladstone, Emma Stone and Penélope Cruz, and more, this year’s ceremony is sure to be another very fashionable year, covered in diamond baubles. After all, breathtaking diamond jewelry is often the most eye-catching aspect of any actor’s red carpet ensemble.
Since the very first ceremony in 1995, the SAG Awards have distinguished themselves as a night to celebrate authenticity and rarity. The denizens of Tinsletown have called upon natural diamonds to help convey that story for one of Hollywood’s most glamorous nights, from the classic to the unexpected.
In 2010, Kate Hudson’s Cartier diamond Sautoir Spotlight necklace worn in reverse, dangling down her back caught our attention while Charlize Theron cause commotion in 2020 with a Tiffany & Co. diamond bracelet braided into her hair’s middle part. From the timeless, diamond encrusted Harry Winston Waterfall necklace worn by Jessica Chastain during the 2013 awards ceremony to the twinkling Bulgari diamond and gemstone necklace Zendaya wore in 2023, there are so many breathtaking pieces to remember.
In anticipation of the 2024 ceremony, Only Natural Diamonds is looking back on the most exciting SAG Awards diamond moments of years passed.
2023: Zendaya
Zendaya is known to deliver exceptional Hollywood glamour on the red carpet, and the 2023 SAG Awards was no exception. As both a nominee and a presenter, Zendaya wore a custom pink Valentino Haute Couture gown. As a Bulgari brand ambassador, the award-winning actress dazzled in an epic Bulgari diamond necklace with gemstones in aqua, light pink and purple, as well as an assortment of rings and a shimmering bedazzled bangle.
2023: Cara Delvingne
Cara Delevingne shined bright in over 70 carats of natural diamonds from De Beers’ collection. The Alchemist of Light ‘Midnight Aura’ necklace and a chic black ensemble from Carolina Herrera made for the perfect look to join her castmates from Only Murders in the Building.
2023: Danielle Deadwyler
Till actress Danielle Deadwyler looked radiant in white and yellow natural diamonds from Bulgari and sequined Louis Vuitton gown.
2022: Lady Gaga
House of Gucci star Lady Gaga went into the Tiffany & Co. vault for a dramatic entrance, wearing the Flowers and Leaves necklace by Jean Schlumberger dating back to 1958.
2022: Selena Gomez
Selena Gomez was the epitome of glamour on the 2022 SAG Awards red carpet. Her first time in attendance, the Only Murders in the Building actress donned an opulent Oscar de la Renta gown, Bulgari jewels, styled by Kate Young.
2022: Reese Witherspoon
Reese Witherspoon paired a little black Schiaparelli dress and a long powder blue train with a head-turning necklace from Cartier at the 2022 SAG Awards.
2022: Kerry Washington
Kerry Washington stole the spotlight on the red carpet at the 2022 SAG Awards, donning natural diamond jewelry by Messika and a curve-hugging bright yellow Celia Kritharioti gown.
2020: Jennifer Lopez
At the 2020 Screen Actors Guild Awards, Jennifer Lopez was nominated for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role for her portrayal of Ramona in Hustlers, and her diamond jewelry was worthy of the occasion. The star sported a black Georges Hobeika off-the-shoulder curve-hugging gown, teamed with over $9 million of Harry Winston diamond jewels. Front and center was the 73.55-carat Cascading Diamond Drop necklace, paired with Diamond Line Drop earrings from the jeweler, the Secret Cluster Diamond bracelet, a round brilliant, a pear- and marquise-shaped Wire Diamond bracelet, and an assortment of dazzling rings, wearing a total 199.26 carats of diamonds.
2020: Charlize Theron
A Dior-clad Charlize Theron wore Tiffany & Co. diamond earrings at the 2020 awards ceremony and got creative with natural diamonds in her hair. The Bombshell star adorned a Tiffany bracelet twinkling like starlight right down her center-parted blonde pixie cut.
2019: Rachel Brosnahan
Some earrings are gorgeous, but these can only be described as iconic. They are perfectly fitting for Rachel Brosnahan, who was nominated for The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel at the SAG Awards in 2019. This show certainly calls for its star to fully embody its delightful title—and Brosnahan was up to the task with these stunning earrings. Brosnahan opted for long, diamond encrusted ribbon earrings created by Los Angeles-based designer Irene Neuwirth. The glistening beauties are set in 18-carat white gold, and absolutely stood out as the star of Brosnahan’s ensemble.
2019: Lady Gaga
Lady Gaga made a strong jewelry statement at the 2019 SAG Awards, wearing a diamond, platinum and gold choker with heart and star motifs, plus butterfly wing gold and diamond earrings, all from the 2019 Tiffany & Co. Blue Book collection.
2018: Margot Robbie
Margot Robbie attended the 24th annual SAG Awards in 2018 as a best actress nominee for her starring role in, I, Tonya. Robbie debuted stunning cluster earrings from Tiffany & Co. valued at $115,000. The star also wore a classic Tiffany & Co. diamond bracelet, which paired beautifully alongside another bracelet of pearls. Even better—Robbie’s gown itself was embellished with a dazzling array of diamonds and pearls.
2017: Ellie Kemper
In 2017, Ellie Kemper arrived at the 23rd annual SAG Awards wearing Forevermark earrings that made a major statement. The earrings were 18.61 carats in total, but the true stars of the show were the 9-carat diamonds dangling from the bottom of each gorgeous earring. The stones were set in platinum and valued at $1.2 million.
2017: Kirsten Dunst
Kirsten Dunst arrived at the 23rd annual SAG Awards in 2017 wearing an ethereal Christian Dior gown and layered statement diamond necklaces. Dunst’s vintage pieces from Fred Leighton included a 42-carat fringe necklace and a diamond rivière.
2017: Viola Davis
Viola Davis wore an exceptional Nirav Modi 32-carat diamond necklace at the 23rd annual SAG Awards in 2017, teamed with a classic ivory Vivienne Westwood strapless gown.
2016: Sofía Vergara
At the 22nd annual SAG Awards in 2016, Sofía Vergara paired her bright pink gown with David Webb’s incredible Double Scroll Necklace, valued at $185,000. The opulent statement piece consists of brilliant-cut diamonds set in 18 carats of gold and platinum. The set came complete with matching earrings and a stunning ring—all of which would have been eye-catching on their own, but were completely mesmerizing when worn together.
2015: Reese Witherspoon
At the 21st annual SAG Awards in 2015, Reese Witherspoon wore a sleek, simple gown and hairstyle, so that she could show off these statement-making earrings. They featured 9.2 carats in total, and beautifully reflected light thanks to a perfect emerald cut. Designed by Harry Winston, it was her earrings’ not-so-subtle glam that tied together her entire ensemble.
2014: Oprah
Oprah attended the 20th annural Screen Actors Guild Awards in 2014, wearing a regal purple gown and large pear-shaped drop diamond earrings, which shined brightly beneath her curls.
2013: Jessica Chastain
The 19th annual SAG Awards in 2013 brought with them tons of elegant looks, but none were more impressive than Jessica Chastain’s bold red gown and Harry Winston choker. The necklace features round and pear-shaped diamonds in a brilliant cut. While the piece perfectly follows her neckline, the cascading flow of diamonds at the center is intended to emulate the fluidity of water.
2013: Amanda Seyfried
Amanda Seyfried made her first appearance at the SAG Awards as a nominee in 2013, wearing a navy Zac Posen gown and a statement-making long, Art Deco-inspired Lorraine Schwartz necklace running down her front. Its lavender jade centerpiece was set in white gold and diamonds and hanging on an extra-long diamond chain.
2010: Kate Hudson
While this look may be from the 2010 SAG Awards, the Cartier jewels are truly timeless. Kate Hudson opted to wear the long Sautoir Spotlight necklace down her back for a dramatic, sensual look. The necklace features a cluster of cascading diamond tassels that are absolutely divine and beautifully complement the earrings. Hudson also wore diamond chandelier earrings that added a touch of glamour to her crisp white boatneck Emilio Pucci gown.
2001: Sarah Jessica Parker
For the 2001 SAG Awards, Sex and the City star Sarah Jessica Parker wore a black beaded Prada two-piece ensemble with a pair of Fred Leighton chandelier diamond earrings that we’ve most certainly have seen before. The actress adorned the same earrings she wore to the Golden Globes in 2000, and in a scene as Carrie Bradshaw in the HBO smash hit series.
1999: Julia Louis-Dreyfus
Beloved Seinfeld actress Julia Louis-Dreyfus attended the SAG Awards in 1999, wearing a classic black lace strapless gown and a radiant natural diamond necklace with cluster diamond earrings.
