Michael Urie knows how to put on a show.
On Thursday, March 27 in Beverly Hills, Calif., the actor, 44, hosted the 36th Annual GLAAD Media Awards, which recognizes creators who have released art that celebrates the LGBTQ+ community. The Shrinking star made a whopping seven outfit changes throughout the night, each more colorful and jaw-dropping as the next.
“It was an honor to host this year’s GLAAD Media Awards,” Urie tells PEOPLE. “Our queer siblings across the country — especially in the trans community — who are being punished and politicized deserved a night that reminded them they’re not alone.”
He continues, “I was very excited to celebrate them, and the great art and media of the past year. (And to have some fun fashion moments of course!)”
Ahead, check out Urie’s behind-the-scenes photo diary from the fun and glamorous night.
Best Face Forward
Michael Urie getting ready for the GLAAD Awards.
“Peter de Oliveira always makes me look and feel my best. We’ve been working together for almost twenty years!”
Nailed It
Michael Urie shows off his nails.
“Peter hand made these unbelievable nails, which we used for a hilarious video — they are like pieces of art and also make good back scratchers!”
Furry Friend
Michael Urie and his dog Kinley.
“My rescue dog Kinley helping me to get ready. She loves a glam moment.”
Suited Up
Michael Urie.
“My brillz stylist Michael Fusco put me in this gorge Harbison Studio suit paired with a Scarosso boot for the red carpet. But that’s only the first look of many for the night! So cozy and it was kind of three looks in one!”
Urie also accessorized with Effy, Dana Rebecca Designs & Melinda Maria jewelry.
Last-Minute Workout
Michael Urie.
“Essential red carpet prep: iced coffee, Celsius, and tricep dips!”
To Syrian Moment
Michael Urie.
“Christian Siriano is a genius and I’ve never felt cooler than in our 2019 Met Gala collab. So this suit is an homage to that and somewhat of a sequel! I first met Christian when he played himself on Ugly Betty and have always had the biggest talent crush on him.”
Urie also wore Max Verre boots and Effy Jewelry.
A ‘Wicked’ Homage
Michael Urie’s ensemble for the GLAAD Awards.
“We all know Wicked was a huge cultural moment. Elphaba is the ultimate example of resilience, which is why I wanted to pay tribute to the character and movie on this night specifically. As Glinda says, ‘pink goes good with green.'”
Hanging with ‘Shrinking’ Castmates
Michael Urie, Randall Keenan Winston and Devin Kawaoka.
“I’m so glad that my Shrinking costar Devin and our director Randall could join me on this special night. We’re so proud of the show being nominated this year and can’t wait for audiences to see season 3!”
Team Effort
Michael Urie.
“The costume changes were so fun to pull off — it took a village!”
Western Vibes
Michael Urie.
“Had to pay tribute to my Texas roots!”
Urie’s wears Walter Mendez outfit, Nouvel Heritage Bolo, Stetson hat and Los Altos boots.
Blue Velvet
Michael Urie.
“Another one of my LEWKS!”
Urie wears a Walter Mendez suit, Scarosso boot and Charlie Lapson jewelry.
Another “Lewk”
Michael Urie.
Urie in Patrizia Pepe shirt and pants, Scarosso Boot and Charlie Lapson Jewelry.
‘Ugly Betty’ Reunion
Michael Urie and ‘Ugly Betty’ cast members Ana Ortiz, Mark Indelicato and Becki Newton.
“I can’t believe it’s been 19 years since we started Ugly Betty! I feel so fortunate that we’ve all stayed close over the years and can come together to celebrate on a night like tonight. Especially to see the amazing icon that Mark Indelicato continues to be — I’ve known him since he was 11! I’ve had such a magical time revisiting the show with Becki on our podcast, Still Ugly.”
Posing with Patti
Michael Urie and Lupone pats.
Urie also reunited with fellow Ugly Betty costar, Patti LuPone. He wears a Walter Mendez suit and Saint Laurent shoe.
Behind the Scenes
Michael Urie getting ready for the GLAAD Awards.
“The prep for tonight took weeks of zooms, script writes, and rewrites, and many rehearsals — I couldn’t have done this without GLAAD VP Anthony Allen Ramos, script writers Wendy Shanker and Drew Droege, and my badass backstage team!”
Urie wears a Dzojchen suit, Doucal patent loafer and T&C Goutal brooch.
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