A Brief History of the Red Carpet

By Charles Manning

With the Oscars just around the corner, let’s take a look at how the red carpet became Hollywood’s most glamorous photo op.

It’s almost time for the Oscars, which means it’s almost time for the Oscars’ red carpet—the most prestigious and glamorous awards show red carpet of the year. And, let’s be honest, the only reason a lot of people even bother tuning in to the Academy Awards in the first place.