Lucy Liu still has Angel power in daring cutaway gown at CBS party
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Movies have traditionally been the more glamorous cousin of television.
And Hollywood A-lister Lucy Liu didn't disappoint today as she made an appearance at the summer press tour party for the Television Critics Association at the Beverly Hills Hilton.
The 43-year-old, who became a household name with Ally McBeal but went on to have a huge career in Hollywood films, wore a stunning black dress with a cutaway cleavage to the awards.
Breathtaking: Lucy Liu wore a daring cutaway gown at the CW, CBS and Showtime 2012 Summer TCA party
Relishing her moment: Lucy spun around to give photographers an eyeful
Looking much younger than her years, the Charlie's Angels star clasped a simple red clutch and accessorised her outfit with tiny drop earrings and a gold watch.
The actress came back to the small screen this year, joining the cast of the TNT original series Southland.
She joined dozens of other television names at the TCA party, including Rachel Bilson, who left her designer frocks at home and opted for trousers on the red carpet.
Super trim: Lucy showed off her tiny figure in the fitted bodice and A-line hemline dress
Promo rounds: Jonny Lee Miller and Lucy Liu speak at the Elementary discussion panel during the CBS portion of the 2012 Summer Television Critics Association tour at the Beverly Hilton Hotel
The O.C. actress stepped out in black trousers and a sleeveless cream blouse with black pocket trimmings and a huge satin bow at her neck.
The 30-year-old beauty completed her flawless look with cream heels and an unusual hairstyle which saw her brunette locks swept to one side and pulled loosely from her face.
The actress, who turns 31 at the end of August, is about to begin shooting season two of her latest TV series Hart of Dixie.
Taking a bow: Rachel Bilson walks the red carpet at the 2012 Television Critics Association summer tour for CBS, Showtime and the CW, at the Beverly Hills Hilton Hotel
Joining Rachel on the red carpet was Sin City actress Jamie King, who plays Lemon Breeland in the new CW show Hart of Dixie, which premiered last September.
Jamie also made a somewhat bold fashion choice with a black-and-blue floral print tailored dress with a high neck and fluted skirt.
The blonde former model wore her hair pulled back in a bun and rounded out her look with black strappy heels, a black clutch and a splash of bright red lipstick.
Individual style: Hart of Dixie actress Jamie King looked fabulous in an unusual black and blue print dress
Colleagues: Both Rachel and Jamie are about to start filming the second season of CW show Heart of Dixie
Also attending the CW, CBS and Showtime 2012 Summer TCA party was model and media personality Tyra Banks.
The America's Next Top Model host opted for an off-the-shoulder black dress and black heels.
The Mentalist actress Robin Tunney, meanwhile, looked stunning in a floor-length emerald green number.
More traditional: Tyra Banks (L) stuck to the little black dress formula for the TCA party, while The Mentalist's Robin Tunny looked stunning in floor-length emerald green
Sequins made an entry with 2 Broke Girls star Beth Behrs, who shone in a black and white evening gown which she paired with black stilettos and a black clutch.
Australian actress and Chuck star Yvonne Strahovski also made a striking entrance in evening wear, wearing a high-necked back taffeta dress with circular appliques.
Jessica Lowndes, a Canadian singer and actress best known for her role as Adrianna in 90210, showed off her tanned pins in a very short white dress with a chiffon outer layer and towering blue suede heels.
Evening wear: Chuck actress Yvonne Strahovski (L) and 2 Broke Girls star Beth Behrs both opted for a glamorous night-time look
The other half of the 2 Broke Girls duo, Kat Dennings, showcased her generous cleavage and curves in a figure-hugging midnight blue strapless dress.
The CBS comedy is one of the most watched shows of 2011 and 2012.
One Tree Hill actress Sophia Bush stood out in a simple but gorgeous dress in fire-engine red, while Shameless star Emmy Rossum was all class in black and white lace.
Pins and cleavage: Jessica Lowndes (L), of 90210, and 2 Broke Girls co-star Kat Dennings (R)
All class: One Tree Hill's Sophia Bush looked stunning in red, while Shameless actress Emmy Rossum was striking in lace
90210 star AnnaLynne McCord vamped it up in a figure-hugging silver evening dress, hair piled high on top of her head.
The 25-year-old actress's chunky black shoes were less successful.
Brazilian-American Homeland actress Morena Baccarin was striking in pale green, which she accessorised with a gold clutch.
Shimmering: AnnaLynne McCord from 90210 (L) opted for silver, while Homeland's Marena Baccarin looked stunning in pale jade
Small-screen vamp: AnnaLynne McCord plays the role of Naomi Clark in 90210
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