Lindsey Vonn, Aubrey Plaza and Ayesha Curry lead red carpet arrivals at the 2022 ESPYS in LA | Daily Mail Online

2022-08-08 13:29:04 By : Mr. Jackson Young

By Carly Johnson For Dailymail.com

Published: 20:32 EDT, 20 July 2022 | Updated: 13:44 EDT, 25 July 2022

The latest and greatest in the world of sports will be recognized during the 2022 ESPY Awards at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles on Wednesday night.

And the festivities kicked off with a star-studded red carpet, which saw the likes of athlete Lindsey Vonn, singer Ciara, actress Aubrey Plaza and Covergirl spokesperson Ayesha Curry bring their fashion A game.

The annual award show is being hosted by Golden State Warriors player and four-time championship winner, Steph Curry.

Star-studded: The latest and greatest in the world of sports will be recognized during the 2022 ESPY Awards at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles on Wednesday night. And the festivities kicked off with a star-studded red carpet, which saw the likes of athlete Lindsey Vonn, singer Ciara, actress Aubrey Plaza and Covergirl spokesperson Ayesha Curry bring their fashion A game

The NBA star recalled being approached to host this year's show during a recent interview with THR, adding that it 'just sounded amazing' and that he 'thought it would be a very cool experience to stretch myself a little bit.'

The ESPYS will begin at 8pm ET on ABC.

Lindsey Vonn was the picture of elegance as she emphasized her toned hourglass figure in a floor-length blush gown with a halter cowl neck.

The 37-year-old Olympian's gown was backless and stopped just above her rear.

She toted her belongings in a matching handbag with a gold chainlink strap and strolled the carpet in a pair of white heels.

Blushing beauty: Lindsey Vonn was the picture of elegance as she emphasized her toned hourglass figure in a floor-length blush gown with a halter cowl neck. The 37-year-old Olympian's gown was backless and stopped just above her rear

Va va voom! Ciara drew eyes to her ample bust by stepping out for the evening in a dramatic plunging black evening gown with sparkling rhinestone chest pads to protect her modesty

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Ciara cut a glamorous figure as she posed for photographers at this years ESPY Awards in Los Angeles this week.

The Goodies hitmaker worked her signature short bob haircut with a smoldering nude pout and smoky eyeshadow, letting her dress take center stage.

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Glitzy: The songstress' eye-popping velvet gown flowed to the floor and had glitzy detailing along the neck

Lindsey's blonde hair was styled in a ponytail and she sported a glowing tan.

Ciara drew eyes to her ample bust by stepping out for the evening in a dramatic plunging black evening gown with sparkling rhinestone chest pads to protect her modesty.

The songstress' eye-popping velvet gown flowed to the floor and had glitzy detailing along the neck.

Her jaw-length brunette hair was parted to one side and styled in sleek strands.

Ciara was there to support her NFL star husband, Russell Wilson, who will be presenting at tonight's ceremony.

Glammed up: Her jaw-length brunette hair was parted to one side and styled in sleek strands

Supportive: Ciara was there to support her NFL star husband, Russell Wilson, who will be presenting at tonight's ceremony

Spliced: The Denver Broncos quarterback had a bit of fun with his award show look by throwing on a spliced suit jacket with one half a gray pinstripe pattern and the other half a rich black to match his trousers

Radiant: Aubrey Plaza took the plunge in a low-cut white gown that clung tightly to her fit figure. The Parks And Recreation star complexion had a radiant glow and her dark brunette hair looked sleek as it brushed the tops of her shoulders

The Denver Broncos quarterback had a bit of fun with his award show look by throwing on a spliced suit jacket with one half a gray pinstripe pattern and the other half a rich black to match his trousers.

The 33-year-old athlete hugged his wife's waist tightly as they smoldered for shutterbugs. 

Aubrey Plaza took the plunge in a low-cut white gown that clung tightly to her fit figure.

The Parks And Recreation star complexion had a radiant glow and her dark brunette hair looked sleek as it brushed the tops of her shoulders.

Power couple: Host Steph looked dapper in a fitted black suit as he hit the red carpet with his glamorous wife, Ayesha Curry

Elegance: Ayesha exuded elegance in a flowing black and white dress with a daring thigh-high slit and spaghetti straps. The 33-year-old slipped her feet into a pair of strappy rhinestone heels and decked out her ears in a variety of shiny silver earrings

Gentleman: Steph and Ayesha, who married in 2011 and share three children, looked every bit the power couple while posing for shutterbugs. At one point, Steph was seen fixing his wife's dress as she oozed confidence in front of the cameras

Family affair: They were joined by two of their children, daughter Riley Elizabeth, 10, and daughter Ryan Carson, seven. Missing from the action was the couple's youngest child, four-year-old son Canon W. Jack

Aubrey amplified her already sultry stare with some smudged out black eyeliner paired with a glossy nude lip and a generous amount of peach blush.

Host Steph looked dapper in a fitted black suit as he hit the red carpet with his glamorous wife, Ayesha Curry.

He gave his classic look some modern flair by styling his suit with a white turtleneck and black patent leather platform shoes. 

Steph and Ayesha, who married in 2011 and share three children, looked every bit the power couple while posing for shutterbugs.

Lovebirds: Jon Hamm, 51, looked swoon-worthy in a classic black tuxedo as he wrapped a loving arm around his and girlfriend Anna Osceola, 34, on the red carpet

Flirty in floral: Anna modeled a gorgeous red satin wiggle dress covered in bright red carnations

Classy: The Mad Men star wore his salt-and-pepper hair in a neat coif and slipped his feet into a pair of black patent leather dress shoes

They were joined by two of their children, daughters Riley Elizabeth, 10, and Ryan Carson, seven. Missing from the action was the couple's youngest child, four-year-old son Canon W. Jack. 

Ayesha exuded elegance in a flowing black and white dress with a daring thigh-high slit and spaghetti straps.

The 33-year-old slipped her feet into a pair of strappy rhinestone heels and decked out her ears in a variety of shiny silver earrings.

As for makeup, Ayesha sported a sultry black sultry eyeshadow look and a glossy nude lip.

After getting in some shots with her husband and kids, the mother-of-three posed up solo in front of the black ESPYs backdrop.

Stunner: Rachel Lindsay stunned in a curve-clinging black dress with sexy cut-outs down the sides held together with silver O-rings

Purple perfection: Rachel cozied up to her producer pal Katie Conway, who showcased her toned frame in an iridescent purple asymmetrical dress 

Jon Hamm, 51, looked swoon-worthy in a classic black tuxedo as he wrapped a loving arm around his and girlfriend Anna Osceola, 34, on the red carpet.

The Mad Men star wore his salt-and-pepper hair in a neat coif and slipped his feet into a pair of black patent leather dress shoes. 

Anna modeled a gorgeous red satin wiggle dress covered in bright red carnations.

Her stunning auburn hair fell onto her back and shoulders in loose curls as she beamed beside her much older boyfriend. 

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Edgy: Alison Brie put her edgy glam style front and center as she arrived in a daring black dress covered in pastel floral appliques

The skirt of the actress' dress was structured like a harness made of black leather, silver studs and silver O-rings 

Rachel Lindsay stunned in a curve-clinging black dress with sexy cut-outs down the sides held together with silver O-rings.

The Bachelor Nation star added heigh to her petite frame in a pair of sky-high black heels.

Rachel cozied up to her producer pal Katie Conway, who showcased her toned frame in an iridescent purple asymmetrical dress.

She styled her glitzy dress with some silver heels and styled her bright blonde hair long and flowing. 

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Debut: Simu Liu made his red carpet debut with new girlfriend Jade Bender at Wednesday's awards ceremony in LA

Suave: The Marvel star modeled a stylish dark blue suit as Jade cozied up to him in a dazzling pink off-the-shoulder mini dress and silver heels

Alison Brie put her edgy glam style front and center as she arrived in a daring black dress covered in pastel floral appliques.

The skirt of the actress' dress was structured like a harness made of black leather, silver studs and silver O-rings. 

Alison's brunette hair was pulled back in a voluminous ponytail and she emphasized her plump pout with some vibrant pink lip gloss. 

Simu Liu made his red carpet debut with new girlfriend Jade Bender at Wednesday's awards ceremony in LA.

The Marvel star modeled a stylish dark blue suit as Jade cozied up to him in a dazzling pink off-the-shoulder mini dress and silver heels.

Tanned and toned: Katie Austin, who just last week took Miami Swim Week by storm, turned heads as she revealed her toned and tanned legs in a black tulle mini dress with a train 

Good genes: She was joined by her equally stunning mother Denise Austin, 65, who flexed her impressive muscles for the cameras

Wow! The fitness instructor looked incredible in a one-shoulder fuchsia dress and platform shoes 

Katie Austin, who just last week took Miami Swim Week by storm, turned heads as she revealed her toned and tanned legs in a black tulle mini dress with a train.

Adding to the sexy factor, Katie's dress had a daring chest cut-out.

She was joined by her equally stunning mother Denise Austin, 65, who flexed her impressive muscles for the cameras.

The fitness instructor looked incredible in a one-shoulder fuchsia dress and platform shoes.

Denise recently made headlines after joining Katie on the runway for Sports Illustrated's swimwear show during star-studded Miami Swim Week.

Goddess: Legendary basketball star Lisa Leslie delivered goddess vibes in a plunging white flowing dress styled with a gold buckle waist belt

Loved-up: Dancing With The Stars pros and married couple, Maksim Chmerkovskiy and Peta Murgatroyd, put on a loved-up display during their time on the ESPYs red carpet 

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Legendary basketball star Lisa Leslie delivered goddess vibes in a plunging white flowing dress styled with a gold buckle waist belt. 

Dancing With The Stars pros and married couple, Maksim Chmerkovskiy and Peta Murgatroyd, put on a loved-up display during their time on the ESPYs red carpet.

Maksim looked suave in a black suit with satin lapels while Peta dazzled in a pink floor-length sequin gown. 

Maksim's brother, Valentin Chmerkovskiy, cozies up to his stunning pregnant wife Jenna Johnson as they made their first red carpet appearance since announcing they're expecting their first child.

Valentin donned a similar suit to his older brother with a slimmer fit, while Jenna highlighted her growing baby bump in a clingy black gown with a thigh-high slit.

Expecting: Maksim's brother, Valentin Chmerkovskiy, cozies up to his stunning pregnant wife Jenna Johnson as they made their first red carpet appearance since announcing they're expecting their first child

Suave and sexy: Valentin donned a similar suit to his older brother with a slimmer fit, while Jenna highlighted her growing baby bump in a clingy black gown with a thigh-high slit 

Allyson Felix oozed confidence while showing off her toned legs in a black long-sleeve mini dress with pink ruffled detailing. 

Zuri Hall was a total head turner as she hit the red carpet in a fitted blush toned gown that flattered her gym-honed physique. 

Abbi Jacobson, who is set to star in Amazon's A League of Their Own series based on the iconic 1992 film of the same name, posed with the legend and inspiration, herself, Maybelle Blair.

Bold: Allyson Felix oozed confidence while showing off her toned legs in a black long-sleeve mini dress with pink ruffled detailing

Head turner: Zuri Hall was a total head turner as she hit the red carpet in a fitted blush toned gown that flattered her gym-honed physique 

Abbi shared a warm embrace with the 95-year-old former All-American Girls Professional Baseball League player while rocking a vibrant orange gown.

Maybelle had undeniable swagger as she strolled the red carpet with her baseball bat-inspired cane and a maroon and white letterman jacket.

Lil Wayne gave a peek at his chiseled physique as he arrived in a black mesh top and a pair of black vinyl pants.

The rapper brought his 12-year-old son Kameron Carter as his plus one.

Sweet! Abbi Jacobson, who is set to star in Amazon's A League of Their Own series based on the iconic 1992 film of the same name, posed with the legend and inspiration, herself, Maybelle Blair

Style: Abbi shared a warm embrace with the 95-year-old former All-American Girls Professional Baseball League player while rocking a vibrant orange gown. Maybelle had undeniable swagger as she strolled the red carpet with her baseball bat-inspired cane and a maroon and white letterman jacket 

Abs: Lil Wayne gave a peek at his chiseled physique as he arrived in a black mesh top and a pair of black vinyl pants. The rapper brought his 12-year-old son Kameron Carter as his plus one 

Hannah Waddingham wowed in a plunging blue jumpsuit with a belted waist that flattered her muscular figure.

The Ted Lasso star wore her bright blonde hair in a voluminous coif that showcased her chunky gold earrings.

The Emmy Award-winner had a radiant glow and amped up her blue eyes with a bold black winged eyeliner look.

Aly Raisman stunned in a fuchsia off-the-shoulder dress decked out in sequin appliques on the sleeves and bodice.

Killed it: Hannah Waddingham wowed in a plunging blue jumpsuit with a belted waist that flattered her muscular figure

Amped up: The Emmy Award-winner had a radiant glow and amped up her blue eyes with a bold black winged eyeliner look

Fab in fuchsia: Aly Raisman stunned in a fuchsia off-the-shoulder dress decked out in sequin appliques on the sleeves and bodice. The two-time Olympian's light brown hair was styled in a half up half down hairstyle that fell down her chest in loose tendrils

The two-time Olympian's light brown hair was styled in a half up half down hairstyle that fell down her chest in loose tendrils.

Megan Rapinoe had a strong message for her haters as she flipped the bird in the direction of photogs during her red carpet moment.

The pro soccer player cut a stylish figure in a blinged out beige blazer paired with silky black trousers and semi-sheer blouse.

Megan completed the ensemble by strutting her stuff in a pair of black leather Gucci loafers.

Woah! Megan Rapinoe had a strong message for her haters as she flipped the bird in the direction of photogs during her red carpet moment

Stylish: The pro soccer player cut a stylish figure in a blinged out beige blazer paired with silky black trousers and semi-sheer blouse. Megan completed the ensemble by strutting her stuff in a pair of black leather Gucci loafers

Ethereal: Mickey Guyton looked ethereal in a billowing lilac gown with an accordion skirt and large puff sleeves

Done up: The country songstress' sleek brunette hair flowed down her back in straightened strands and she rocked a shimmery black eyeshadow look for the night

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Rams wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. looked unbelievably handsome as he and his stunning girlfriend Lauren Wood posed up with their baby son Zydn Beckham on the red carpet.

Bachelor Nation star Hannah Ann Sluss put on a leggy display in a shimmery pink gown with a thigh-slit as she cozied up to NFL Football player Jake Funk.

New parents: Rams wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. looked unbelievably handsome as he and his stunning girlfriend Lauren Wood posed up with their baby son Zydn Beckham on the red carpet

New couple? Bachelor Nation star Hannah Ann Sluss put on a leggy display in a shimmery pink gown with a thigh-slit as she cozied up to NFL Football player Jake Funk

Wow factor: Heidi Gardner and Chloe Kim wowed the crowd in bold gowns on the red carpet

Sheer perfection: Mikaela Shiffrin turned heads in a sheer iridescent gown with a thigh-high slit and a black mesh bodice

Dazzling: Katie Ledecky dazzled in a shimmering silver mini dress and matching heels while Morgan Mitchell gave a peek at her fit figure in a sheer black gown

Red hot! John Boyega flashed his infectious smile in an eye-catching bright red suit

Swag: Aaron Donald brought the cool factor in a stylish muted green getup as he posed up with his glamorous spouse Erica Donald

Date night: The ESPYs proved to be a night for couples as Rams coach Sean McVay hit the red carpet with his girlfriend Veronika Khomyn and Olympic champion posed up with her former pro hockey player husband Bret Hedican

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