Mila Kunis quickly became a household name in the late '90s from the hit television sitcom, That '70s Show. Now, over two decades later, the young actress, who got her start as the strong-willed Jackie Burkhart, has countless movies on her resume, too, including Black Swan opposite Natalie Portman and Friends with Benefits alongside Justin Timberlake. But that's not all. In addition to acting, she was also the face of Dior's Spring 2012 campaign, was named one of the most influential people in the world by Time in 2022, and has raised millions of dollars for important causes.
Since she's been in the spotlight for so long, it's also fun to look back and follow how her red-carpet style has changed. Throughout the years, Kunis has worn everything from show-stopping Y2K looks and casual yet chic getups to incredible custom designer gowns. Ahead, we take a look at some favorites.
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1999: ‘Cruel Intentions’ Premiere
In 1999, a 15-year-old Kunis attended the Cruel Intentions premiere with her That '70s Show co-star Wilmer Valderrama. The show came out just one year earlier, in 1998, and quickly became a hit with critics and viewers.
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1999: First Annual TV Guide Awards
That same year, Kunis walked the First Annual TV Guide Awards red carpet dressed in a beaded black gown with a matching neck scarf. She also included an iconic ‘90s hair accessory—a pink butterfly clip.
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1999: First Annual Teen Choice Awards
Here, Kunis is pictured posing on the red carpet at the first-ever Teen Choice Awards in 1999. The young actress was nominated that year for the Choice Sidekick award for her role on That '70s Show. She unfortunately lost to Sean Hayes from Will & Grace.
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2000: Billboard Music Awards
Kunis appeared at the 2000 Billboard Music Awards wearing a long patchwork jacket, belted black jeans, a black graphic tee, and chunky black boots. A few months later, the actress appeared in Aerosmith’s music video for “Jaded,” which was nominated for several awards at the 2001 Video Music Awards.
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2001: 14th Annual Kids Choice Awards
Kunis kept it casual at the Kids Choice Awards a year later, dressed in a cropped black tee with shiny silver pants. That year the awards were held in Santa Monica, California, and were hosted by Rosie O’Donnell.
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2001: ‘Get Over It’ Los Angeles Premiere
That same year, Kunis acted in Get Over It, a romantic comedy adapted from Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream that also stars Kirsten Dunst. Kunis opted for a sparkly black halter top and light pink pants for the flick’s Los Angeles red carpet premiere.
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2003: ‘Just Married’ Los Angeles Premiere
In 2003, Kunis looked chic dressed in a black cap, slightly cropped black sweater, and low-rise jeans for the Los Angeles premiere of Just Married. The film stars Brittany Murphy and Ashton Kutcher, Kunis’ That '70s Show co-star, who she married in 2015.
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2005: ‘Family Guy Presents: Stewie Griffin The Untold Story' DVD Premiere
Did you know that Kunis has voiced the timeless character of Meg from Family Guy for the last 25 years? Here, she’s seen posing on the red carpet with Stewie for the show’s DVD premieres in 2005.
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2008: ‘Forgetting Sarah Marshall’ World Premiere
In 2008, Kunis attended the red carpet premiere of Forgetting Sarah Marshall, dressed in a strapless gray-brown dress with blue sequin accents. In the movie, she plays Rachel Jansen, a resort receptionist who Jason Segal's character Peter eventually falls for.
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2008: ‘Max Payne’ Los Angeles Premiere
Kunis looked like a vision dressed in a striking Matthew Williamson gown while walking the red carpet for the Max Payne Los Angeles premiere in 2008.
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2009: 61st Primetime Emmy Awards
A year later, she stunned yet again on the Primetime Emmys red carpet by choosing a Monique Lhuillier Fall 2009 tulle co*cktail dress. She styled it with Fred Leighton jewels and Salvatore Ferragamo platform pumps.
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2009: ‘Extract’ Los Angeles Premiere
In 2009, Kunis arrived at the premiere of Extract wearing a Matthew Williamson brocade dress with beige Brian Atwood heels. Besides Kunis, Extract features many big names, including Kristen Wiig, Ben Affleck, and Jason Bateman.
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2010: ‘The Book of Eli’ Los Angeles Premiere
The talented actress kept it simple at The Book of Eli's 2010 Los Angeles premiere by wearing a black one-shoulder Vera Wang gown, pulled-back hair, and dangly earrings.
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2010: Met Gala
Kunis wore Vera Wang once again to walk the 2010 Met Gala red carpet. That year's theme was “American Women: Fashioning a National Identity.”
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2010: ‘Black Swan’ New York Premiere
The actress dialed up the drama at the New York premiere of Black Swan by wearing an off-white Elie Saab V-neck gown and Christian Louboutin platform pumps.
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2011: ‘Friends with Benefits’ New York Premiere
In 2011, Kunis had great chemistry with Justin Timberlake in the buzzy romantic comedy Friends with Benefits. She wore a red ruched Lanvin dress and chic black heels for the film's New York premiere.
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2011: 68th Annual Golden Globe Awards
For the 2011 Golden Globe Awards, Kunis sported a voluminous updo and an emerald green-colored gown with textured detailing. Kunis was rightfully nominated for a Golden Globe for her work in Black Swan. However, she lost to Melissa Leo, who was given the award for her role in The Fighter.
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2012: ‘Ted’ Los Angeles Premiere
A year later, Kunis showed up to the Ted Los Angeles premiere red carpet wearing a Christian Dior minidress (complete with a plunging mesh neckline) and a pair of lacy Louboutin heels. Kunis stars in the comedy alongside Mark Wahlberg and Seth MacFarlane (who voices the character of Ted).
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2013: ‘Oz The Great and Powerful’ World Premiere
Kunis looked like something right out of a fairytale while posing during the Oz The Great and Powerful world premiere. Her dress, which Dolce and Gabbana designed, featured a boatneck neckline, a lacy bodice, and a voluminous skirt.
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2013: ‘Third Person’ Toronto International Film Festival Premiere
Some months later, Kunis attended the Toronto International Film Festival to screen her movie, the Paul Haggis-directed drama Third Person. For the premiere’s red carpet, she wore a striking white Burberry Prorsum midi dress with emerald green earrings.
Brittany Natale
Freelance Writer
Brittany is a freelance writer based in her hometown of New York City. She writes about everything from fashion and beauty to food and wellness. When she's not writing, she can often be found at her local library, playing with her cats, or exploring the Metropolitan Museum of Art.