She is the star of The Diamond Ball.
And Rihanna had all eyes on her as she made her grand entrance to the party wearing a black turtleneck dress with white hoop skirt.
With the likes of Cardi B in attendance, it really was in all-star turnout to The Diamond Ball, which benefits the 31-year-old’s charitable organization, the Clara Lionel Foundation.
Shine bright like a Diamond: Rihanna and Cardi B were style all-stars at the Diamond Ball, held at Cipriani Wall Street in New York City on Thursday
Rihanna founded the foundation in 2012 in honor of her grandparents, Clara and Lionel Braithwaite. The foundation helps support emergency response programs around the globe.
Currently the foundation has education programs in Malawi, Barbados, Senegal, along with an emergency response program in the Caribbean.
This year’s ultra glamorous event is being hosted by Seth Meyers, and will even feature performances from Pharrell and DJ Khaled.
And Rihanna was a sight to behold as she headed inside the star-packed event.
She’s the star: Rihanna founded her charitable organization the Clara Lionel Foundation in 2012, and named it after her grandparents
Shooting hoops: The opulent black dress was outfitted with a wide white skirt
Strike a pose: The songstress commanded attention as she made her grand entrance
Clad in a black Givenchy dress that accentuated her fab figure, Rihanna commanded attention as she posed up a storm on the red carpet.
The Diamonds singer wore her black tresses up into a chic bun with loose tendrils framing her polished complexion.
Red lipstick and large pearl earrings upped the glam factor.
I Like It! The hit-maker turned heads in a very dramatic pink gown with layers of pink
Working it! The songstress was a vision in pink while posing up a storm
Sister act! Cardi and her sister Hennessy Carolina puckered up to each other
Meanwhile, Cardi B went for drama.
The I Like It rapper was as pretty as a princess in an over-the-top pink Georges Hobeika gown which turned every head.
And she wasn’t alone on the red carpet either.
Cardi was joined not only by her husband Offset, but also her sister Hennessy Carolina.
All that glitters: Hennessy was a sight to behold in her rainbow print gown with thigh-high slit
It’s love! The songstress shared the spotlight with her husband Offset
Family affair: The famous family exuded style while taking a group photo
Stunning: Kloss helped lead the glamour in a glittering black dress with a plunging neckline with gold clutch
Simply divine! Shanina Shaik and Normani were a heavenly vision while working the red carpet
Mix and mingle! The spectacular bash was decorated with an array of floral decorations
R for Rihanna! An arrangement of yellow flowers made up Rihanna’s initials
Wow: Rihanna’s event featured a stunning array of flowers on the tables
Closer look: The event featured an elaborate display including large menu cards
Impressive: There were also tables set up with Rihanna’s Fenty Beauty products
Hennessy looked ultra stylish in a pretty rainbow print dress with thigh-high slit as she puckered up to her sister.
The stars came out in droves to show their support in style for Rihanna’s foundation.
Karlie Kloss helped lead the glamour in a glittering black dress with a plunging neckline with gold clutch.
The model exuded sophistication with a messy yet chic bun, which allowed a few loose tendrils to cascade alongside her complexion.
Wowza: Ebonee Davis rocked a sheer lilac dress with strappy black heels
Flower power: Devon Windsor legged her way into the bash in a flowing floral number with metallic heels
Going for the gold! Paula was a sight to behold in a black gown with gold embellishments
Proud parents-to-be! DJ Khaled, who is one of tonight’s performers, headed to the show with his pregnant wife Nicole Tuck
All that glitters! G-Eazy kept it sharp in all-white as he headed to the bash with his glam girlfriend Yasmin Wijnaldum
Normani took the plunge in an elaborate white dress with a cascading train and mini skirt.
The former Fifth Harmony hit-maker rocked the red carpet in strappy heels and glam, dangling earrings.
Paula Patton was absolutely dazzling in a black and gold gown with sheer sleeves.
The host with the most! This year’s Diamond Ball host Seth Meyers was a dapper vision while arriving to the show with his wife Alexi Ashe
Music makers! Pharrell Williams, who will be performing at the bash, headed inside with wife Helen Lasichanh
They look good together! Kehlani oozed glamour in a daring feathered dress while at the bash with boyfriend YG
Spreading the love! A$AP Rocky appeared to blow a kiss towards the camera
Suits them! Fat Joe and Saint Jhn worked the bash in light blue suits
Even the Prime Minister of Barbados was in attendance! Mia Mottley couldn’t have looked any happier to enjoy a glamorous night out in support of the Barbados-born songstress
Devon Windsor hit a fashion high note in a flirty floral frock with metallic high heels and her blonde hair slicked back into a chic updo.
Meanwhile, Shanina Shaik, Mallory Edens, and Cindy Bruna legged their way into the gala in an array of eyebrow-raising styles.
Even the Prime Minister of Barbados was in attendance.
Mia Mottley couldn’t have looked any happier to enjoy a glamorous night out in support of the Barbados-born songstress.
Party time! Celebs were having the time of their lives inside the lavish bash
Having a laugh! Cardi B cracked up while chatting with Slick Woods
Make way! Rihanna was seen making her entrance to the fifth annual bash
Let’s get this show on the road! Seth entertained the audience as the night’s host
Joe and Khaled: Fat Joe and DJ Khaled are all smiles at Rihanna’s Diamond Ball
Cardi and Joe: Cardi B poses with Fat Joe at the Diamond Ball
The Barkers: Christen and Nigel Barker get close at their table during the Diamond Ball
Megan and Moneybagg: Megan Thee Stallion gets a kiss on the cheek from Moneybagg Yo at the Diamond Ball
Pharrell on stage: Pharrell Williams performs for the crowd at the 5th Annual Diamond Ball
Tuxedo shorts: Pharrell rocked a tuxedo coat and bowtie with black shorts and loafers
Belting out a tune: Pharrell Williams takes the stage at the Diamond Ball in New York
Meek’s style: Meek Mill relaxes at the Diamond Ball on Thursday night
Hennessy: Hennessy Carolina rocks a pastel colored dress at Rihanna’s Diamond Ball
Host with the Most: Seth Meyers takes the stage as the host of Rihanna’s 5th Annual Diamond Ball
Shanina: Shanina Shaik flashes some leg at the Diamond Ball
Karlie in black: Karlie Kloss rocks a black dress at the Diamond Ball
Kelly’s dress: Kelly Gale rocks a blue metallic dress with mesh strips
Georgia’s slit: Georgia Fowler rocks a tan dress with a slit up the leg
Emily and Fabolous: Emily Bustamante and Fabolous hit the red carpet
A$AP style: A$AP Rocky rocks a black suit on the red carpet
Rihanna and Rocky: Rihanna and A$AP Rocky chat at the Diamond Ball
On stage: Rihanna takes the stage in a black dress at the Diamond Ball
Performance: G-Eazy performs in a white tux at the Diamond Ball
DJ on stage: DJ Khaled performs on stage at the Diamond Ball
Ferg: A$AP Ferg takes the stage at the Diamond Ball
Riri and Cardi: Rihanna gives Cardi B a hug at the Diamond Ball
Cardi smlies: Cardi B is all smiles while chatting with Rihanna at the Diamond Ball
Riri on stage: Rihanna takes the stage at the Diamond Ball
All smiles: Rihanna is all smiles while addressing the crowd at the Diamond Ball
