Camila Mendes Shows Off Perfectly Sculpted Abs in a Naked Dress at the 2026 GLAAD Media Awards

Camila Mendes made a strong entrance at the GLAAD Media Awards on March 5. The event took place at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, and the actress quickly became one of the most talked-about stars on the red carpet.

She arrived wearing a daring sheer gown that many people described as a “naked dress.” The floor-length outfit had transparent panels that showed off her toned abs and athletic figure. The look highlighted the intense training she has been doing recently for her upcoming action roles.

While speaking to reporters on the red carpet, Mendes explained how her style has evolved. I feel like I’m finally in a place where my style reflects my confidence, she said during interviews at the event.

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She kept the rest of her look simple. Mendes wore very little jewelry and styled her hair pulled back. This allowed the dress and its design to remain the focus.

The 37th annual ceremony celebrated LGBTQ+ representation in media. Mendes said the event meant a lot to her personally. It is such an honor to be in a room filled with so much love and authenticity, she told people attending the ceremony.

After photos from the event appeared online, fans quickly reacted on social media. Many praised the outfit and called it one of her best red-carpet looks so far.

Her appearance comes during a very busy time in her career. Mendes recently celebrated the release of the satirical comedy Idiotka, a film she also helped produce. According to details about the project, she plays Nicol, a tough reality TV producer who pressures a struggling fashion designer to create wild looks in order to boost ratings.

The movie also helped her expand her production work through her company Honor Role, which she co-founded in 2024.

Another major role is on the way. Mendes will play Teela in the upcoming live-action movie Masters of the Universe. To prepare for the role, she trained daily in London for about two months.

Speaking in a recent interview about the part, Mendes said the physical preparation was important to her. Teela is such a powerhouse, and I wanted to make sure I did her justice physically and emotionally.

The film will star Nicholas Galitzine as He-Man. The cast also includes Jared Leto playing Skeletor and Idris Elba as Man-At-Arms. Mendes first became widely known for playing Veronica Lodge on the CW series Riverdale. The show ended in 2023 after seven seasons and helped launch her career worldwide.

Since then she has focused more on film projects. Her credits include the Netflix movie Do Revenge and the romantic comedies Upgraded and Música.

Outside of acting, Mendes often speaks about the importance of Latina representation in Hollywood. She also talks openly about body confidence and building her own path in the industry.

With several major movies coming soon, 2026 is shaping up to be one of the biggest years of her career. Her appearance at the GLAAD Media Awards only added more attention to the moment.

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