'This Is Us' Stars Chrissy Metz & Susan Kelechi Watson Unite in the Name of Free Speech

Chrissy Metz and Susan Kelechi Watson enjoy a night out to celebrate free expression and the literary arts!

The This Is Us co-stars, ages 39 and 37, respectively, hit the red carpet at Pen America’s 2019 Litfest Gala held at the Beverly Wilshire Four Seasons Hotel on Friday (November 1) in Beverly Hills, Calif.

Chrissy popped in pink, while Susan opted for a purple halter dress.

The event honored some of the brightest names in film, television, and literature.

When They See Us‘s Blair Underwood presented filmmaker Ava DuVernay with the Voice of Influence Award. She gave a powerful speech about being at the intersection of arts and activism, ending with an apropos quote from writer Audre Lorde.

Songwriter Diane Warren took home the Artistic Expression Award, receiving a musical tribute from Chrissy, who delivered an inspiring performance of their hit song, “I’m Standing With You.”

Susan presented A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood writers Micah Fitzerman-Blue and Noah Harpster with the Award for Screenplay Excellence.

Additionally, comedian Kathy Griffin and Ted Boutrous talked about taking on the current government and fighting with everything they have to support the rights of journalists and media organizations.

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25+ pictures inside of Chrissy Metz, Susan Kelechi, and more at the event…