Christie Brinkley Is Pretty in Pink in New York City, Plus Anna Kendrick, Liam Hemsworth, Nicola Coughlan and More
Stars have been everywhere this week. In New York City, Christie Brinkley glows outside The View, and Anna Kendrick steps out in style. Meanwhile, Liam Hemsworth films The Witcher in a forest, and Nicola Coughlan is all glammed up for Canneseries International Film Festival in Cannes, France.
Here, are the best photos of celebs out and about this week. Come back tomorrow for more of the latest A-list outings!
Christie Brinkley grins from ear-to-ear in a pink blazer and pearls outside of The View in New York City on April 28.
Anna Kendrick struts in New York City's Midtown wearing tinted shades and polka dots on April 28.
Liam Hemsworth is fully in costume as Geralt of Rivia on the set of The Witcher on April 25.
Nicola Coughlan walks the pink carpet of the Canneseries International Film Festival wearing a pastel gown in Cannes, France, on April 28.
Rosamund Pike arrives in a baggy red gown to the Hallow Road special screening with her costar Matthew Rhys in London on April 28.
Anne Hathaway continues her style streak with a metallic gold jacket in New York City on April 28.
Bella Hadid pokes her head out of her vehicle in New York City on April 28.
A casual Daisy Edgar-Jones walks with her boyfriend Ben Seed in New York City on April 28.
NE-YO receives a special proclamation from the city of Stockbridge, Georgia, during the Ologo Golf Tournament on April 28.
Former boy band members AJ McLean and Lance Bass hang out at NYLON Desert Disco during Stagecoach in Indio, California.
Guy Fieri is decked out in rings and chains at a Los Angeles screening of Mob Cops.
Camila and Matthew McConaughey celebrate 13 years of his joint fundraising initiative MJ&M with their tequila brand Pantalones.
Diplo stops by the Swimsuits & Cowboy Boots Pool Party at Stagecoach in Indio, California, on April 27.
Jason Tartick, Dylan Barbour, Zachary Reality, Hannah Godwin, Kelley Flanagan, Justin Glaze and Andrew Spencer stop by George Strait's Código 1530 Tequila pop-up at Stagecoach in Indio, California.
Kristin Cavallari opts for a pair of cow-print shorts for the debut of Country Bandit at 21 Arrows Ranch in Thermal, California.
Tucker Wetmore sits on a prop car as he enjoys a Patrón El Alto Mini at Last Call Saloon during Stagecoach in Indio, California, on April 26.
Joey Bada$$ rocks an eccentric hat as he strikes a pose on a set of greens.
Jason Isaacs has a button undone at The Creative Coalition Right to Bear Arts Gala in Washington, D.C., on April 25.
Tristan Schukraft and Jennifer Coolidge arrive for the opening night party of The Tryst in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, on April 25.
Olivia Munn takes the stage during a special screening of Your Friends & Neighbors at The Whitby Hotel in New York City on April 27.
Blake Lively celebrates the premiere of her new film Another Simple Favor with her husband Ryan Reynolds at Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York City on April 27.
Jeremy Allen White sports his signature New York Mets hat while out in L.A. on April 27.
Siblings-in-law Emily Blunt and Stanley Tucci smile together at the premiere of Another Simple Favor on April 27 in New York City.
Anna Kendrick rocks a white ensemble for the New York premiere of Another Simple Favor on April 27 at Jazz at Lincoln Center.
Lady Gaga looks ethereal as she takes the stage at GNP Seguros Stadium in Mexico City on April 26.
Miley Cyrus shows off her rock star style while out in Paris on April 28.
Andrew Rannells and Patti Lupone share a sweet moment on the red carpet at Sunday's premiere of Another Simple Favor at Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York City.
David Burtka, Neil Patrick Harris, Jim Parsons and Todd Spiewak attend the opening night Dead Outlaw at The Longacre Theatre in New York City on April 27.
Eva Longoria shows off her award at the Platino Awards 2025 at Palacio Municipal IFEMA Madrid on April 27.
Nicola Coughlan shows off her handprints while attending the Canneseries International Festival in Cannes, France on April 28.
Hugh Jackman flashes a wave as he arrives to support his friend Blake Lively at the New York premiere of Another Simple Favor on April 27.
Jon Hamm chats during a special screening of his show Your Friends & Neighbors at The Whitby Hotel in New York City on April 27.
Awkwafina attends Sunday's premiere of Another Simple Favor at Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York City on April 27.
Jelly Roll performs during his set at Stagecoach Festival in Indio, California on April 26.
Lin-Manuel Miranda and Vanessa Nadal bring date night to the Real Women Have Curves opening night on April 27 at the James Earl Jones Theater on Broadway.
Sporting a fluffy jacket, Lizzo takes the stage with Paris Hilton at Diplo's HonkyTonk during Stagecoach Festival in Indio, California on April 25.
Joshua Jackson takes his seat for an appearance on The Jennifer Hudson Show in Burbank, California for an episode airing Monday.
Kerry Washington is all smiles as she attends a screening for Shadow Force during the 2025 Atlanta Film Festival at Plaza Theatre in Atlanta on April 27.
Kevin Bacon poses with his brother and bandmate Michael Bacon backstage during the 2025 Stagecoach Festival in Indio, California on April 27.
Michelle Buteau celebrates the opening night of Real Women Have Curves at the James Earl Jones Theater in New York City on April 27.
Josh Holloway is suited up for the Canneseries International Festival in Cannes on April 27.
Kevin Hart brings his son Kenzo along to Saturday's playoff game between the Los Angeles Clippers and the Denver Nuggets at Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California.
Shannon Storms Beador, Ashley Darby, Luann de Lesseps and Gizelle Bryant pose together at the premiere of Love Hotel on April 27 in L.A.
César Murillo, Kat Turner, Tom Colicchio, Kristen Kish, Gail Simmons, Vincenzo Loseto, Katianna Hong, Shuai Wang and Tristen Epps smile together at the Top Chef FYC event in L.A.
Chelsea Handler steps out for the L.A. Times Festival of Books on April 27 at the University of Southern California in L.A.
AJ McLean attends the Pizzaslime x Revolve after party with Casamigos at Cavallo Ranch in Thermal, California on April 26.
Christina Hendricks attends the Beatles '64 x The Chain FYC event at Ross House in L.A. on April 27.
Celebrity Big Brother UK costars Chris Hughes and JoJo Siwa smile together during an appearance on This Morning in London on April 28.
Abi Carter shows off her festival style at the Windsor's Wild West event during Stagecoach Festival on April 26 in Indio, California.
Elle Fanning beams on arrival at the AFI Life Achievement Award ceremony honoring Francis Ford Coppola on April 26 in Hollywood, California.
Al Pacino and Robert De Niro pay tribute to Francis Ford Coppola onstage as the filmmaker is honored at the AFI Life Achievement Awards in Los Angeles on April 26.
Queen Latifah catches game four of the Western Conference First Round NBA playoffs between the Los Angeles Clippers and the Denver Nuggets on April 26 in Inglewood, California.
Kristin Cavallari unwinds with a drink at weekend one of the 2025 Stagecoach Festival in Indio, California, on April 27.
Shaboozey performs at the T-Mobile main stage at the 2025 Stagecoach Festival on April 26 in Indio, California
Tech entrepreneur Tristan Schukraft, Jennifer Coolidge and Demi Lovato catch up at the Drag Brunch during grand opening weekend at The Tryst Puerto Vallarta on April 26 in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.
Chloë Sevigny makes a style statement in a frilly mini skirt and patterned moto jacket as she attends a Q&A for her new film Magic Farm in New York City's Greenwich Village on April 26.
Jelly Roll and his wife Bunnie XO pose for a photo with Guy Fieri (pictured center) as they visit his Stagecoach Smokehouse at the 2025 Stagecoach Festival on April 26 in Indio, California.
Laverne Cox dons a racy leopard print look while attending the Drag Brunch at the grand opening weekend at The Tryst Puerto Vallarta on April 26 in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.
Yungblud greets fans at the listening event for his new single "Lovesick Lullaby" held at Tottenham Court Road in London, U.K., on April 26.
Eva Longoria smiles for the cameras before receiving the Platino Honorary Award at Teatro Albéniz in Madrid on April 26.
Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds, co-owners of Wrexham AFC soccer club, pose with a trophy after the team's big win in Wrexham, Wales on April 26.
Demi Lovato brings 'Cool for the Summer' vibes to the grand opening of The Tryst hotel in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico on April 25.
Paris Hilton radiates utter joy at the 2025 Stagecoach Festival in Indio, Calif. on April 25.
Heidi Klum steps out in SoHo in N.Y.C. on April 26.
Alicia Keys performs at the Tiffany & Co. launch of Blue Book 2025: Sea of Wonder at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on April 25 in New York City.
Quinta Brunson dons a sparkling look while attending Tiffany & Co.'s Blue Book Gala: Sea of Wonder at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City on April 25.
Bella Hadid smiles for the camera as she attends her sister Gigi Hadid's 30th birthday party at Le Chalet in Midtown, New York City, on April 25.
Mikey Madison exudes old-school Hollywood glamor in a yellow strapless dress and matching jewels at the Tiffany Blue Book Gala on April 25 in New York City.
Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade make an elegant appearance out in New York City's Upper East Side as they head to the Tiffany Blue Book Gala on April 25.
Gladys Knight beams onstage while performing at the 2025 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival at the Fair Grounds Race Course in New Orleans on April 25.
Barbara Palvin and Dylan Sprouse make a cute couple in matching white looks at Universal Fan Fest Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood on April 25 in Universal City, California.
Rob Reiner and Kathy Bates attend the screening of the 1990 film Misery at the 2025 TCM Classic Film Festival held at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood on April 25.
T-Pain and Kesha perform at the Palomino Stage on weekend one of the 2025 Stagecoach Festival on April 25 in Indio, California.
Sam Asghari attends the Grand Opening Weekend at The Tryst Puerto Vallarta: Opening Night Party on April 25 in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.
Michelle Pfeiffer holds up her hands after pressing them in concrete during her handprint and footprint ceremony in Hollywood, California, on April 25.
A chic Olivia Rodrigo answers a call as she walks around New York City on April 25.
Timothée Chalamet wears a stylish zip-up as he grabs a meal in Beverly Hills, California, on April 25.
Hilarie Burton Morgan smooches husband Jeffrey Dean Morgan during the Canneseries International Festival in Cannes, France, on April 25.
Ryan Reynolds smiles at a More to Parkinson's event in New York City on April 25.
BLACKPINK's Lisa leaves Louis Vuitton's Place Vendôme boutique in Paris wearing a preppy look on April 25.
Elle Fanning speaks at Michelle Pfeiffer's handprint and footprint ceremony in Hollywood, California, on April 25, with sister Dakota Fanning laughing in the back.
Gigi Hadid visits her boyfriend Bradley Cooper's cheesesteak shop in New York City on April 25.
Cole Escola and Conrad Ricamora serve silly expressions at the nomination announcement for the Outer Critics Circle Award in New York City on April 25.
Mario Cantone beams at a screening of Cinderella at the TCM Classic Film Festival in Hollywood, California, on April 25.
Andrew Lloyd Webber receives his Sardi's caricature with Nicole Scherzinger and Tom Francis in attendance in New York City on April 25.
Tyra Banks rocks a bold look at the Fashion Los Angeles Awards in Beverly Hills, California, on April 24.
Selma Blair and Ashley Park pose together at the Fashion Los Angeles Awards in Beverly Hills, California, on April 24.
Jeane Shaw, Tommy Shaw, Brothers Osborne, Miranda Lambert and Dan + Shay attend The T.J. Martell Foundation's Best Cellars Dinner in Nashville on April 22.
Kendall Jenner and her tequila brand 818 kick off a national takeover with Fat Tuesday ahead of Cinco de Mayo.
Honoree Demi Moore flashes her megawatt smile at the 2025 Time100 Gala at Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York City on April 24.
Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds are all dressed up for the 2025 Time100 Gala on April 24 at Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York City.
Tina Fey and Jack McBrayer share a sweet moment together at the premiere of The Four Seasons on April 24 in L.A.
Creed Bratton and Steve Carell have a The Office reunion at the after party for the premiere of The Four Seasons at Laya Restaurant in L.A. on April 24.
George Clooney is immortalized in a Sardi's caricature for his performance in Good Night, and Good Luck on April 24.
Miley Cyrus rocks a coordinated set while out in New York City on April 24.
Honoree and cover star Serena Williams poses at the 2025 Time100 Gala at Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York City on April 24.
Beauty Innovator of the Year recipient Hailey Bieber poses in a strapless blue gown at the Daily Front Row Fashion L.A. Awards at The Beverly Hills Hotel on April 24.
Matthew McConaughey and Camila Alves McConaughey pose with their kids Livingston McConaughey, Vida McConaughey and Levi McConaughey at the 13th annual Mack, Jack & McConaughey Gala at ACL Live in Austin on April 24.
Ciara and Kerry Washington pose with Doechii at special event hosted by Uber and Delta SkyMiles in Atlanta on April 24.
Rocking a majorly high collar, Chappell Roan opts for florals at The Daily Front Row's Fashion L.A. Awards at The Beverly Hills Hotel on April 24.
Lizzo and Adriana Lima pose together at DAOU Vineyards during the Daily Front Row Fashion L.A. Awards at The Beverly Hills Hotel on April 24.
Olivia Rodrigo sports a white, floor-length gown at the 2025 Planned Parenthood New York Gala at Cipriani South Street on April 24.
Jelly Roll smiles from the sidelines as the Los Angeles Clippers take on the Denver Nuggets at Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California on April 24.
Honorees Ed Sheeran, Snoop Dogg and Jon M. Chu smile together at the 2025 TIME100 Gala at Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York City on April 24.
Ed Helms and Will Forte celebrate the premiere of The Four Seasons on April 24 in L.A.
Leighton Meester opts for a pop of red on her lips and nails at the Jacquemus boutique opening cocktail party in L.A. on April 24.
Megan Hilty receives a caricature at Sardi's in New York City in honor of her performance in Death Becomes Her on April 24.
Zooey Deschanel and Jonathan Scott bring date night to the TCM Classic Film Festival opening night screening of Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back at TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood on April 24.
Scarlett Johansson and Kristen Bell smile together from their seats at the 2025 TIME100 Gala at Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York City on April 24.
Caitlin O'Connor and Joe Manganiello sit courtside at Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California for Los Angeles Clippers' game against the Denver Nuggets on April 24.
Ari Fournier and Cole Sprouse step out for the opening of Jacquemus' L.A. boutique on April 24.
Brooklyn and Nicola Peltz Beckham watch Thursday's basketball game between the Los Angeles Clippers and the Denver Nuggets on April 24 at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California.
Bradley Cooper steps out for a stroll in New York City on April 24.
Nikki Reed and Ian Somerhalder stop by the SiriusXM Studios in L.A. on April 24.
Walton Goggins has some fun at a celebration for Jim Thompson and The White Lotus at Tony Duquette's Dawnridge Estate in Beverly Hills on April 24.
Amy Poehler wears a leather jacker for the premiere of The Four Seasons at the Directors Guild of America on April 24 in L.A.
Scout Willis holds a small bouquet of flowers at the Jacquemus boutique opening cocktail party in L.A. on April 24.
Grace Ann Nader, Brooks Nader, Mary Holland Nader and Sarah Jane Nader gather together at the Casamigos-hosted festivities at the Daily Front Row Fashion L.A. Awards at The Beverly Hills Hotel on April 24.
David Bisbal strikes a pose as he collaborates with the Alzheimer's Association for its its Music Moments campaign recently.
George Clooney steps up to the plate during a Broadway Show League game on April 24 in New York City.
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