Billy Porter: Photos Of The Actor

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August 14, 2023 8:14AM EDT

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Billy Porter – Pics

Billy Porter – Pics — In 2018 Billy Porter became a household name when he starred in the FX drama series ‘Pose.’ The Pittsburgh-native quickly won over TV viewers with his portrayal of ballroom MC Pray Tell and, in September 2019, he walked away with a Primetime Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series. Billy made history by becoming the first openly gay black man to win the award. His acceptance speech – which had his peers on their feet – was also a big hit and was soon shared widely on social media. Quoting the late novelist and playwright James Baldwin, Billy said, “It took many years of vomiting up all the filth that I had been taught about myself, and halfway believed, before I could walk around this earth like I had the right to be here.”

A lover of fashion, Billy has also made a name for himself with his bold style choices, including working the 2019 Academy Awards red carpet in a dress.

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Billy Porter At The 2019 Oscars

Billy Porter At The 2019 Oscars — Billy Porter looked divine on the Academy Awards red carpet on Feb. 24, 2019. The ‘Pose’ star wore a custom-made Christian Siriano dress.

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Billy Porter At The 2019 Met Gala

Billy Porter At The 2019 Met Gala — And the category for the 2019 Met Gala was, ‘Camp: Notes on Fashion.’ Billy Porter did not disappoint when he arrived at the glitzy New York event, draped from head to toe in a gold one-piece with wings and a matching head dress.

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Billy Porter Looks Fabulous In Pink

Billy Porter Looks Fabulous In Pink — Billy Porter arrived at A Place at the Table: The Ali Forney Center’s Annual Fall Gala in October 2019 looking chic in pink. The actor wowed in a skirt suit with matching pink glasses.

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Billy Porter Strikes A Pose

Billy Porter Strikes A Pose — Billy Porter posed for the cameras on the GQ Men of the Year 2019 Awards red carpet in Berlin, Germany in November 2019. The actor looked elegant in a red wine ensemble, including a maroon suit, matching coat and hat.

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Billy Porter At The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

Billy Porter At The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade — Billy Porter wrapped up warm on Nov. 28, 2019 as he partipated in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York. The ‘Pose’ and Broadway star has made the Big Apple his home.

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Billy Porter Is All Smiles

Billy Porter Is All Smiles — Billy Porter looked festive and fabulous as he launched the Tiffany & Love Studio by Tiffany & Co in New York in October 2019. The ‘Pose’ star rocked a black and silver outfit, complete with a sparkly sweater top.

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Billy Porter At The AMAs

Billy Porter At The AMAs — Billy Porter arrived at the American Music Awards in November 2019 rocking an all-white outfit. The actor looked chic in the almost floor-length dress and matching coat.

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