2025 ESPY Awards Red Carpet Fashion: Simone Biles, Ciara, More Stun

The sports world’s biggest names took a break from the field and stepped off the court to attend the 2025 ESPY Awards. Dancing With the Stars pro Maksim Chmerkovskiy was among one of the first celebrities to arrive to the Wednesday, July 16, red carpet. The professional dancer wore a black wrap shirt and matching relaxed pants with sunglasses while outside the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood. Olympic gold medalist Gabby Thomas turned heads as she walked the carpet in a white minidress with feathers on the hem. She beamed from ear to ear as she posed for photos solo and with her fiancé, Spencer McManes. ESPYs host Shane Gillis also posed for photos on the L.A. carpet by himself and with his girlfriend, influencer Grace Brassel, before heading inside the theater. Scroll down to see what the biggest names in sports wore to the 2025 ESPY Awards:

The musician attended the awards show as husband Russell Wilson’s plus one. She dazzled in a gold, sequined floor-length dress.

The GOAT of gymnastics was all smiles on the carpet in a custom purple Athleta dress designed by Zac Posen.

The Olympic skier looked like a goddess in a merlot strapless gown that had a slit on the left side, showing off her toned legs.

The Olympic gymnast dazzled in a gold, textured gown and matching heels. She wore her hair down in soft curls and topped off the look with golden accessories.

The model attended the ESPYs in a silk slip dress with a plunging neckline.

The NFL quarterback wore a navy suit jacket, black undershirt and matching black slacks.

The retired soccer player channeled her inner old Hollywood glam with her tousled curls. She wore a silver and black gown.

The actress turned heads in a vibrant blue velvet minidress for the sports-filled awards show.

The Olympic rugby player and Dancing the Stars alum wowed in a sexy black dress that showed off her toned physique.

The tennis star fresh off his run at Wimbledon rocked a navy suit and white T-shirt with black dress shoes.

The soccer star rocked a nude dress with diamond detailing throughout. She pulled her hair up into a braided bun.

The comedian wore a form-fitting white dress with twists and ties around the neck and torso.

The Chelsea F.C. Women player stood out on the carpet in a bold red dress and simple silver accessories.

The Angel City FC defender wore a sleek black dress with a high slit up the left side.

The American tennis player beamed in a white tuxedo-inspired dress.

The Philadelphia Eagles coach opted for a classic navy suit and sneakers. He also rocked his Super Bowl LIX ring as his best accessory.

The Angel City FC player channeled her inner Elle Woods with a sophisticated navy suit dress and carried a Chanel handbag.

The Olympic gymnast opted for a feminine, flirty blush pink short dress with full skirt and plunging neckline.

The track and field athlete wore a one-shoulder white dress with a white scarf around her neck with matching heels for the occasion.

The comedian wore a navy suit with his signature glasses as he hit the carpet.

The Olympic gold medal hurdler donned a white dress with black floral accents on the hip and neck. She paired the gown with a black clutch and heels.

The Los Angeles Rams linebacker rocked a brown and black suit jacket with black slacks. He topped off the look with diamond necklaces.

The designer, who is married to San Francisco 49ers full back Kyle Juszczyk, walked the red carpet solo before joining her spouse for more pictures. She donned a silver, fitted dress with corset bodice and belt detailing on the waist.

Chmerkovskiy rocked an all-black ensemble while out in L.A.

The Los Angeles Sparks player dazzled in a purple shimmer gown with diamond jewelry.

The comedian opted for a black tuxedo ahead of his hosting gig.

The college volleyball player wore a strapless, peachy blush dress and carried a gold clutch.

The NFL wide receiver wore green pants, a white long-sleeve shirt and green Celine harness.