Kat Graham goes for the plunge in cleavage-baring green dress at the Soul Train Music Awards in Las Vegas

Spellbinding! Kat Graham goes for the plunge in cleavage-baring green dress at the Soul Train Music Awards in Las Vegas

By JENNIFER PEARSON FOR DAILYMAIL.COM

PUBLISHED: 04:35, 7 November 2015 | UPDATED: 08:58, 7 November 2015

She plays a sorceress on the hit television show The Vampire Diaries.

Kat Graham was working the magic in sexy style as she attended the Soul Train Music Awards iin Las Vegas, Nevada on Friday.

The 26-year-old actress certainly stood out in the crowd while wearing a shimmery emerald-green sequinned dress that featured a daring, down-the-navel neckline.

Casting a spell: Kat Graham exuded confidence and sexiness in a plunging green dress at the Soul Train Music Awards in Las Vegas on Friday

Kat's eye-catching frock also showcased her toned limbs that ended in a pair of black ankle-strapped heels.

Her hair was wild and free, flowing about her shoulders while a cute round bejeweled clutch was clasped in her hand.

The ceremony's illustrious host Erykah Badu arrived in decadent and delicious style wearing a caped black trailing gown with a top hat perched on her head.

Exposed: The Vampire Diaries star wasn't shy about showing off her cleavage in that shimmery sequin dress

Hostess with the mostess: Erykah Badu arrived in decadent and delicious style while clad in a black gown featuring caped sleeves and trailing train

Top hat: The singer styled up her ensemble with a caged detail in back and a top hat

Edgy chic: Janelle Monae paired her little black skirt with a white collared blouse, jacket and tall boots

Turning around, Erykah showed off a revealing caged detail in the back and more of the fitted skirt that ended in a flaring train.

Recording artist Janelle Monae was saucy and sexy in a black skirt, collared white shirt, little black jacket and thigh-high black boots.

She added black mitts and a layering of pearl necklaces that evoked a Victorian attitude.

A glimpse of sexy: Brandy went comfortable and classy in a black pantsuit with cut-out top underneath

Sheer enjoyment: Tisha Campbell-Martin was racy in a black lacy dress with V-cut neckline, and a hemline that showed off her toned legs

Leather and lace: Actress Regina hall also went with a black number, opting for a leather, high-waist knee-length skirt paired with a sexy sheer top that showed off her black bra and ample cleavage

Mesh and a zipper: Recording artist MC Lyte went with a gorgeous white dress featuring sheer panels with differing patterns and fabric ringlets on the shoulders

Brandy went comfortable and classy in a black pantsuit with cut-out top underneath.

Longtime television actress Tisha Campbell-Martin was racy in a black lacy dress with V-cut neckline, and a hemline that showed off her toned legs through a longer sheer dress element.

Actress Regina hall also went with a black number, opting for a leather, high-waist knee-length skirt paired with a sexy sheer top that showed off her black bra and ample cleavage.

Smoking allowed? Rapper R. Kelly made one of his usual big impressions upon his arrival, smoking a cigar and sporting a dark leopard print coat, baggy black combat pants, shiny black boots and some large aviator sunglasses

She completed her look with some fun leopard print pumps, wide bracelet and black clutch.

Recording artist MC Lyte went with a gorgeous white dress featuring sheer panels with differing patterns and fabric ringlets on the shoulders.

Rapper R. Kelly made one of his usual big impressions upon his arrival, smoking a cigar and sporting a dark leopard print coat, baggy black combat pants, shiny black boots and some large aviator sunglasses. 

Producer Tony Cornelius, who of course has been involved in the production of the show Soul Train (and the awards) for many years, looked dashing in a sharp suit while companion and TV personality Omarosa really stunned in a full length gown.

Power couple: Producer Tony Cornelius, who of course has been involved in the production of the show Soul Train (and the awards) for many years, looked dashing in a sharp suit while companion and TV personality Omarosa really stunned in a full length gown

Absolutely stunning: The bottom half of the reality star's dress incorporated sheer into the floral-esque pattern, which transitioned into a shiny bronze and sea foam coloring on the top, which also included a daring plunging neckline which showcased her impressive decolletage

Terrific tangerine: Songstress Fantasia Barrino dazzled in a form fitting tangerine-colored gown with long sleeves and an extremely risque slit up the right leg almost to the waist

Keeping it casual: Bobby Brown was another who kept it casual, with some black boots, black pants, and a grey shirt, although his leather jacket did have some interesting black strips across the chest area

The bottom half of the reality star's dress incorporated sheer into the floral-esque pattern, which transitioned into a shiny bronze and sea foam coloring on the top, which also included a daring plunging neckline which showcased her impressive decolletage. 

Songstress Fantasia Barrino dazzled in a form fitting tangerine-colored gown with long sleeves and an extremely risque slit up the right leg almost to the waist.

Bobby Brown was another who kept it casual, with some black boots, black pants, and a grey shirt, although his leather jacket did have some interesting black strips across the chest area. 

Black and gold: Platinum recording artist and honoree Jill Scott caught some eyes with a fetching gold and black striped dress with a very revealing neck line

Jumpsuit diva: Singer Chrisette Michele decided to go for the jumpsuit look, although hers had some strategic peekaboo cutouts for her generous bosom

Like the old days: Tevin Campbell went old school with his look, showing off a classic-style tuxedo with a crushed velvet coat

Platinum recording artist and honoree Jill Scott caught some eyes with a fetching gold and black striped dress with a very revealing neck line.

Singer Chrisette Michele decided to go for the jumpsuit look, although hers had some strategic peekaboo cutouts for her generous bosom.

Tevin Campbell went old school with his look, showing off a classic-style tuxedo with a crushed velvet coat.  

Let's start the show! With host Erykah Badu, who changed outfits at least three times, leading proceedings, the audience was treated to a fantastic auditory tour of soul and R&B music

Your Badu self: She changed into yet another outfit when she introduced R Kelly

With the stars finally all inside, the show could begin, and it didn't disappoint.

With host Erykah Badu leading proceedings, the audience was treated to a fantastic auditory tour of soul and R&B music.

Performers included Boyz II Men, Brandy and 8-time Grammy nominated Fantasia Barrino. 

Kenny 'Babyface Edmonds performed a duet with Bobby Brown and famous recording artist Tyrese took the stage as well.

He believes he can fly: But he never managed to get off the ground during his performance

Soul-o star: The musician had a great time hamming it up for the fans

Still classy:Singers Wanya Morris, Nathan Morris and Shawn Stockman of Boyz II Men (L-R)

Dancing up a storm: Recording artist Brandy tore up the stage

Leaving it all on stage: Singer Fantasia Barrino gave a soulful performance

Buddy up: Kenny 'Babyface Edmonds (L) performed a duet with Bobby Brown

A lot of variety: Tyrese also took to the stage

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Brandy Norwood wows in studded hotpants with sheer shirt and fishnet tights for Essence Festival performance

By CLIFF RENFREW

PUBLISHED: 08:12, 6 July 2013 | UPDATED: 08:19, 6 July 2013

Brandy Norwood dressed like she meant business and when she got on stage she certainly delivered the goods.

The 34-year-old actress and singer set pulses racing at the Essence Festival in New Orleans on Friday with a very sassy outfit.

Brandi wore tiny black studded hotpants with nude colored fishnet tights and a see-through shirt with a black bra peeking underneath.

Turning heads: Brandi Norwood wore this show-stopping outfit at the Essence Festival in New Orleans on Friday

The performer wore her hair tousled with heavy make-up and gold earings to compliment her look that was completed with black platform baseball boots.

Earlier in the day Brandy sported a stars and stripes sweater with denim shorts and grey suede boots as she showed off her patriotic side.

But when she she took to the stage she changed into her much racier outfit and gave it her all as she belted out her hits.

Rocking out: Brandy went wild as she took to the stage to wow her fans

Patriotic: Brandi wore red, white and blue, as she hit the red carpet

Other stars to appear at the event inside the Mercedes Benz Superdome included LL Cool J, Jill Scott, Maxwell and former Destiny's Child singer Michelle Williams.

Michelle, 32, was another head turner in a pink silk top with slashed black jacket and monochrome pants.

The singer and actress posed on the red carpet with Mikki Taylor and Letoya Luckett.

Bring it: LL Cool J belted out some hits

Lovely ladies: Jill Scott and Michelle Williams both pleased their fans at the show

Also in attendance was Bobby Brown and his wife Alicia Etheridge Brown - Whitney Houston's former husband dressed in a cool white outfit with a matching fedora.

Jill Scott was one of the favorite performers of the night and she took to the stage in a colorful green pantsuit with rainbow colored shrug.

Niecy Nash and MC Lyte also made appearances at the New Orleans event with some snazzy outfits,

Bright and proud: Niecy Nash and MC Lyte were in good spirits at the festival

All smiles: Michelle Williams, Mikki Taylor and Letoya Luckett were happy to attend

Cute couple: Bobby Brown and his wife Alicia Etheridge were all smiles in New Orleans

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Jennifer Hudson and Jordin Sparks glam up at Clive Davis pre-Grammy party

The show goes on: Jennifer Hudson and Jordin Sparks glam up at Clive Davis pre-Grammy party, a year on from Whitney Houston tragedy

By ELEANOR GOWER

PUBLISHED: 04:04, 10 February 2013 | UPDATED: 08:19, 10 February 2013

For Jordin Sparks, it must have been a bittersweet moment. 

All guests at Clive Davis' annual pre-Grammy bash will have spared a thought for the late Whitney Houston, who died at a hotel room at the party venue - the Beverly Hilton - just hours before the festivities commenced last year. 

But 22-year-old Sparks was close to the great diva, who died aged just 48, working with her on the film Sparkle.

A difficult night: Jennifer Hudson and Jordin Sparks both look stunning in their evening frocks at Clive Davis annual pre-Grammy party on Saturday,  a year since Whitney Houston died while preparing for the event 

Tragic: Whitney, pictured at the 2011 Clive Davis party, passed away while preparing for the bash in 2012

So in memory of Whitney, the star did just that as she appeared on the red carpet wearing an eye-catching teal gown and a broad smile. 

At one point, she flashed her leg through a slit in her dress. 

Keeping the upbeat tone going was Jennifer Hudson who famously performed on Grammy's night last year in a hastily arranged tribute to Houston. 

Hudson showed off her svelte figure in a stunning floaty Maria Lucia Hohan dress teamed with black strappy sandals. 

Houston tragically passed away on February 11 2012 when she drowned in her hotel bath tub prior to the Davis party.

The following month, the Los Angeles County coroner's office reported the cause of Houston's death was drowning and 'the effects of atherosclerotic heart disease and cocaine use.'

Davis, the 80-year-old founder of Arista Records and current chief creative office of Sony Music Entertainment, was considered a mentor to Houston  throughout her tumultuous career after he discovered her when she was just 20.

At her funeral, he talked of how he remained close to the singer - who was 48 when she died - throughout her career and through her battles with drug addiction.

Flashing the flesh: Jordin showed off her leg in a cheeky pose on the red carpet

Slim and trim: The Weight Watchers spokesman showed off her slim and trim figure in the floaty biscuit coloured dress

Rubbing shoulders: Jennifer happily showed off her stunning figure on the carpet, posing with Clive Davis and later Gayle King

And on Saturday, he paid a brief tribute to the star at his annual party, playing a rarely seen video of her performing All The Man That I need during a concert for the troops.

'She was the greatest contemporary singer of our lifetime,' he told the assembled star-studded audience.

Houston's brother Gary was at the party as was Pat Houston, Gary's wife and Whitney's manager.

Remembering: Clive Davis took the stage to pay a brief tribute to Houston during tonight's party

Music legends: Davis posed with veteran folk singer Joni Mitchell who sported a long silver gown and scarf

The star's mother Cissy declined to attend, saying last week: 'I don’t know why they would want me to come to the party in which she died, you know? Unheard of.'

Davis took the arm of veteran folk singer Joni Mitchell at the event, which also honoured record producer and X Factor judge L.A. Reid. 

The white stuff: Katy Perry was unusually demure as she stepped out in a beaded full length cream and white gown 

His and hers: Katy happily posed with new beau John Mayer who sported a white suit and black bow tie to match his girlfriends cream and white outfit 

Black and white delight: Mayer and Perry seemed to be having a great time at the party

Puckering up: Katy and Miley posed together for a cheeky kissing shot inside the event 

A slew of stars stepped out at the bash on Saturday night, which is considered the hottest pre-Grammy ticket in town.

Katy Perry was unusually demure in a sequinned white and cream floor length long sleeved number.

She happily posed with new beau John Mayer who seemed to match his girlfriend in a white dinner jacket and black bow tie. 

Back to black: Miley Cyrus flashed a great deal of cleavage in her floor length black gown 

Miley's men: Cyrus posed with L.A. Reid and Ryan Seacrest inside the Beverly Hilton

Hell for leather: Carly cut a svelte and stunning figure in the leather studded dress teamed with black platform shoes

Severe look: Nicole Richie arrived in a boxy black textured number with shoulder pads and slicked back hair

Slinky: Melanie Griffith sported a long sleeved black gown which clung to her slim figure, while Kathy Griffin went for a similar look but in daring leather

The Firework singer seemed in good spirits as she jokingly puckered up to fellow attendee Miley Cyrus who poked out her tongue at the star.

Miley was a little more revealing in her choice of outfit, flashing a great deal of the side of her cleavage in her daring black gown with gold detail and sheer panels.  

Melanie Griffith also stuck to black, sporting a slinky long sleeved number which clung to her slim figure. 

Spot the difference: Johnny Depp looked a little dishevelled as he took a seat next to rocker Alice Cooper 

A dream in tangerine: Ashanti showed off her some side boob in her draped orange gown 

Old Hollywood: Ciara looked like a classic starlet in her backless sweeping gown and crimson lipstick 

Blonde ambition: British singers Ellie Goulding and Natasha Bedingfield arrived in contrasting black and white

Call Me Maybe singer Carly Rae Jepsen seemed determined to turn heads, arriving in a striking red leather studded dress which showed off her svelte figure. 

Also along for the musical night of back-slapping was Foo Fighters and Nirvana legend, Dave Grohl who arrived with his stunning wife Jordyn.

Nicole Richie plumped for a boxy severe look with slicked-back hair and a textured black clinging dress with shoulder pads while Ashanti also looked striking in a tangerine draped gown which flashed the flesh. 

It takes two baby: Sting and Trudie Styler looked markedly casual on the carpet, while Kelsey Grammer and wife Kayte looked a little more formal in their black and white outfits 

Puckering up: Kelsey and Kayte shared a smooch while Larry King planted a smacker on wife Shawn Southwick

Chewing the fat: Mayer and Sting found time for a catch up after dinner

Sparkling: Joan Collins arrived looking a great deal younger than her 79 years in a sparkling jacket and floor length gown 

Strike a pose: Randy Jackson joined Melissa and Joan Rivers, Ciara, Davis and Seacrest for a group photo

Singer Ciara also went for a classic look in a sweeping biscuit coloured backless gown teamed with crimson lipstick and a swept over hairstyle which made her look like a classic starlet.

John Legend's fiancée Chrissy Teigen joined the legions of glamorous ladies at the bash, looking beautiful in a simple but striking pink dress.

Blonde British beauties Natasha Bedingfield and Ellie Goulding arrived in contrasting black and white gowns, with Natasha cheekily flashing some leg towards the photographers.

Slinky: Tyra Banks arrived in a stunning strapless gown with ornate gold necklace while DJ  Caroline D'Amore  flashed the flesh in a gold number which only just preserved her modesty

Leaving little to the imagination: Cher Lloyd was clearly keen to make an impression in her black dress which only just covered her modesty, while model Yolanda Hadid covered up more but showed off her toned tummy with cut out panels

Pretty in pink: Chrissy Teigen showed off her stunning good looks in a simple but pretty floor length number 

Me and my gal: John Legend happily posed with his stunning girlfriend Chrissy Teigen while Dave Grohl arrived with wife Jordyn

They were joined by rising British singer Cher Lloyd who clearly was keen to make an impression in a striking dress with sheer panels which only just covered her modesty.

But the bash wasn't just for the younger generation.

Rocker Sting arrived with wife Trudie Styler arrived looking decidedly more casual than the other attendees in shabby bottle green trousers and a blazer.

Going for gold: Randy Jackson stepped out in some striking gold slip on shoes as he posed next to American Idol host Ryan Seacrest

Fifty shades of grey: Usher and Sean 'P Diddy' Combs both wore grey suits, with Sean sporting a smart bow tie and sunglasses

Water music: Melissa and Joan Rivers arrived together while David Spade chatted to DJ Caroline D'Amore

He was later seen inside the event having a chat with John Mayer before taking the stage to perform.

Despite being best known for his TV roles, Kelsey Grammer, was clearly keen to rub shoulders with some of the music industry's finest and arrived in a smart suit with his wife Kayte. 

Suited and booted: Punk star Patti Smith arrived with her daughter Jesse, while Pharrell Williams arrived with his fiancée, fashion designer and model Helen Lasinchanh 

Taking the stage: Patti later performed to the slew of stars at the event 

The couple even shared a smooch on the red carpet, while talk show host Larry King also puckered up to wife Shawn Southwick. 

Joan Collins was another legend from the acting world to enjoy some dinner and drinks, and arrived looking far younger than her 79 years in a glittering black biker jacket and black gown.  

Wannabe rocker Johnny Depp represented the movie world at the bash and sat next to music legend Alice Cooper over a dinner of what appeared to be a healthy salad.

Hats off: Will.i.am arrived with a mystery lady, while L.A. Reid and wife Erica looked striking in a satin orange number

Music legends: Members of the group Earth Wind and Fire look in good spirits as they pose on the carpet

We are the music makers: Estelle Swaray wore gold and black, Elle Varner sported a button down red gown while Jill Scott wore a black patterned number

Hip and cool: Ne-Yo looked striking in a hat and striped pleather blazer while Wiz Khalifa wore the same blazer - fortunately Akon picked a completely different gold kjacket

Even reclusive punk rocker Patti Smith made an appearance with her daughter Jesse, although the singer songwriter typically stood out in a suit and tie. 

Patti later took the stage inside the event, giving a memorable performance before R& B singer Miguel sang a number. 

Trendy dance floor favourite Skrillex also performed inside the venue, although the cool customer kept his sunglasses on while walking the red carpet.

Dapper: Ryan Lochte sported a green velvet tuxedo while 'N SYNC star JC Chasez looked dapper in a dinner jacket and dance floor icon Skrillex kept his sunglasses on 

Holding hands: Partners Sara Gilbert and singer/songwriter Linda Perry arrived both dressed in jackets and jeans 

They're with the band: Folk rock band The Lumineers added some earthy charm to proceedings

Meanwhile, there was a slight wardrobe crisis between rapper Wuz Kalifa and Ne-Yo when they both turned up in the same black and white pleather blazer. 

R&B star Akon, meanwhile, looked particularly striking in a gold jacket. 

The 55th Grammy awards take place on Sunday in The Staples Centre, Downtown Los Angeles. 

Towering above: Former NBA player Earvin 'Magic' Johnson (L) and Cookie Johnson rubbed shoulders with Comedian Kathy Griffin (L) and NFL player Colin Kaepernick

Music maestro: Gladys Knight wore a gold and black one shouldered gown, while Emeli Sande sported a white top and black skirt and legendary producer Quincy Jones looked smart in a black suit

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