The Emmy Awards red carpet has long ceased to be just a parade of outfits: increasingly, tattoos are becoming the main accent of the look, especially when the dress is chosen with a revealing neckline. At the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards ceremony, held on Monday, September 14, 2026, at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, Sarah Michelle Gellar, who is 49 years old this year, gave the public a rare chance to see her lower back tattoos. The actress, known for her roles in “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” and “Buffy the Vampire Slayer,” appeared in a bright pink Versace dress with a dramatically open back and a thigh-high slit, completing the look with silver Jimmy Choo platform sandals.
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Sarah Michelle Gellar’s Tattoo: An Elegant Accent at the Paris Premiere
Sarah Michelle Gellar, the enduring icon of 90s and 00s youth culture, has once again proven her ability to masterfully blend classic Hollywood elegance with bold self-expression. At the recent premiere of the sequel “Ready Or Not 2: Here I Come” in Paris, the 48-year-old actress captivated attention not only with her impeccable black dress but also with an intriguing detail usually hidden from public view. We are talking about her miniature ankle tattoo, which became a true adornment of the evening.