Unleash Your Inner Diva: Jonathan Van Ness Spills Oscar Fashion Secrets Guaranteed to Shock!

"Fashion is fun, it's art, it's play," declared the dazzling "Queer Eye" star. “We should celebrate it with each other more.”

Hollywood is on fire with the epic reveal of the 97th Academy Awards nominations. Blazing the trail is Emilia Pérez with a jaw-dropping 13 nods, while The Brutalist and Wicked are hot on its heels with 10 each. The Oscars are not just the pinnacle of cinematic brilliance; they also transform the red carpet into an unrivaled runway spectacle — an arena where the electrifying Queer Eye personality, Jonathan Van Ness, truly shines.

Van Ness, whose buzz-worthy stand-up special, Fun & Slutty, is now streaming on Veeps, delves into how Hollywood’s glamorous interplay of fashion and narrative leaves a colossal impact globally.

"Fashion is really about self-expression," Van Ness passionately asserts. "It’s for yourself, not for others’ validation." Forget critiques! For Van Ness, the red carpet at shows like the Golden Globes and Oscars is an empowerment stage rather than a judgment day.

"Fashion is fun, it’s art, it’s play," Van Ness beams. "We need to celebrate each other more!"

When it comes to making an entrance, the Oscars’ red carpet is legendary. From Billy Porter’s bold tuxedo gown to Björk’s unforgettable swan dress — and who could forget Halle Berry’s dreamy floral ensemble or Cher’s iconic Bob Mackie outfit? These seismic fashion statements have echoed through the annals of red carpet history.

Making a fiery debut at the Golden Globes red carpet on Jan. 5, Van Ness predicts this year will be no different, envisioning show-stopping looks from Wicked's Oscar nominees Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande. With red carpet stunners like Demi Moore and Elle Fanning setting the bar high, every fashionista will be watching with bated breath.

Even those off the list, like Babygirl headliner Nicole Kidman, are expected to galvanize fashion forward enthusiasts with their daring style choices.

Kidman's extravagant look was a nod to "futuristic meets classic glam," Van Ness gushes, praising her hairstylist, Adir Abergel, as the “genius of our time.”

Van Ness emphasizes the red carpet is more than megawatt star power; it’s about the designers who design stunning sartorial masterpieces. Fashion visionary Christian Siriano stands out with his inclusive approach, reshaping luxury for those previously unseen by the industry.

"Christian delivers luxury to those deserving it... he's there for people," Van Ness exclaims.

With Oscars fever rising, Van Ness believes the red carpet is not just a vision of glamour, but a stage for individuality and empowerment. “How can we shift to lifting each other up instead of tearing each other down?" Van Ness asks, envisioning a future where fashion and glam know no bounds.

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