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Viola Davis Kicks Off Her Heels And Switches Into Silver Glitter Sneakers At The 2019 Emmys

Plus, see Korey Wise and others wear this seasons hottest comfy trend.

The Emmys are televisions biggest night. Celebrities show up and show out in their best attire. Traditionally, everyone dons in extravagant gowns and 6'' inch heels. But how can you have a great night if your feet are hurting? 

If you think awards shows are long, remember that you're in the comfort of your own home watching the three-hour-long production. For the people who have to attend, there's prep, the red carpet pre-show, and then the actual show. 

Viola Davis made everyones night, switching out of her black, Stuart Weitzman heels into a pair of silver glitter New Balance sneakers, to present on stage.  

Related: Brown Skin Beauty! Viola Davis Just Scored An International L'Oréal Paris Contract

Social Activist and eldest member of the "Exonerated Five," Korey Wise stayed true to his signature style sporting his tuxedo with Nike Air Max 97 sneakers on the red carpet. While young "This Is Us" star, Eris Baker looked stunning in an orange tutu dress with pink Nike Air Jordan 1's.

Sneakers being a trend this season, celebs no longer have to sacrifice comfort for style. 

Take a look at all the celebrities who made quite a statement in sneakers on TV's hottest night!

  1. Korey Wise

    (Photo: VALERIE MACON/AFP/Getty Images)

    VALERIE MACON/AFP/Getty Images

    (Photo: VALERIE MACON/AFP/Getty Images)
  2. Viola Davis

     (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images)

    Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images

    (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images)
  3. Eris Baker

    Eris Baker

    Photo: Gregg DeGuire/Getty Images

    (Photo: Gregg DeGuire for Getty)
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  5. David Oyelowo

    (Photo: Michael Tullberg/FilmMagic)

    Michael Tullberg/FilmMagic

    (Photo: Michael Tullberg/FilmMagic)
  6. Niles Fitch

    (Photo: Tommaso Boddi/WireImage)

    Tommaso Boddi/WireImage

    (Photo: Tommaso Boddi/WireImage)
  7. Tracey Scott Wilson

    (Photo: Rodin Eckenroth/WireImage)

    Rodin Eckenroth/WireImage

    (Photo: Rodin Eckenroth/WireImage)
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