19 of Birthday Girl Kristen Bell's Smokin' Hot Red Carpet Moments

By Olivia Bahou
Updated Jul 18, 2017 @ 6:30 am
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Happy birthday, Kristen Bell! One of the most recognizable voices in Hollywood turns 37 today, and we've rounded up a few sizzling looks that her alter ego, Princess Anna from Disney's runaway hit Frozen, would approve of.

Bell and hubby, fellow actor Dax Shepard, are one of the most down-to-earth duos in the industry and are known for staying real with their fan base on their respective social media accounts. Whether they're sharing epic selfies, too-funny quips, or hilarious home videos, these talented stars always have us laughing.

Two kids later, and Bell still turns every red carpet appearance into a sartorial hit. The actress, who has also enjoyed popularity as Gossip Girl's narrator and as the star of Veronica Mars, bats it out of the park, whether she's dressed like a princess in a ball gown or going tomboy-chic in a fun jumpsuit. In honor of her 37th birthday, join us in taking a look back at her best red carpet moments.

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At the Chips premiere

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The actress turned a lacy crop top and maxi skirt into a red carpet win at the 2017 premiere of Chips.

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At the 2017 Golden Globes

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The actress took the plunge in a low-cut sequined black gown for the 2017 Globes.

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At the 2017 Art of the Elysium "Heaven Gala"

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Bell radiated in a shimmering strapless Maria Lucia Hohan gown paired with a chic updo and red lip.

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At the 2016 Baby2Baby Gala

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The charitable star showed off her toned legs in a black mini and silver stilettos at the 2016 Baby2Baby Gala in Culver City.

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At the 2016 Billboard Music Awards

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The star changed up her style in a black jumpsuit with a rickrack neckline at the Billboard Music Awards.

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At the 2016 NBC Universal upfronts

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Bell proved that a covered-up look can be totally sexy in this sheer lace number while representing her upcoming series, The Good Place.

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At The Bump Moms: Movers and Makers Awards

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The mom-of-two co-hosted this mom-centric awards show in a sexy LBD with a sheer cutout. 

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At the CinemaCon Big Screen Achievement Awards

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Bell took the stage to receive one of the Female Stars of the Year Awards in a plunging pink number and elongating nude sandals.

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At the premiere of The Boss

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The star of The Boss attended the film's premiere in a plunging sheer strapless dress that perfectly hugs her every curve.

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At the 2015 Chrysalis Butterfly Ball

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The actress wore a dress fit for a princess to this charity ball.

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At the This Is Where I Leave You premiere

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Bell looked Arendelle-ready in a flowy floral Elizabeth and James design.

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At the Weinstein Company short films event

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The star looked chic in a knee-length Monique Lhuillier number.

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At the Veronica Mars premiere

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Bell was pretty in pink in a strapless gown and sleek updo.

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At the Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards

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The star played with print at the awards show, pairing tight curls with the patterned mini.

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At the 2014 CMT Music Awards

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The actress hosted the country music show in a plunging sequined number. Loose, undone waves complemented the sexy look.

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At the 2014 Oscars

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The star stunned in a strapless mermaid gown at the 2014 Academy Awards with her own Prince Charming, hubby Dax Shepard.

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At the 2014 Academy Awards Nominee Luncheon

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Queen Elsa would applaud this patterned blue ensemble, paired with a matching Prada bag.

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At the Frozen premiere

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Bell looked playful at the premiere of her hit animated film in an embellished Sachin + Babi halter dress.

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At the 2013 Oscars

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The pregnant star showed off her expert maternity style on the Academy Awards red carpet in a sequined empire-waist gown that had her looking just like a princess.

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