> At a Glance
> – Sheryl Lee Ralph preps for red-carpet pain with Lidocaine and spray adhesive in her shoes
> – The 69-year-old Abbott Elementary star shared the hacks on E! before the 2026 Critics Choice Awards
> – Her daughter Ivy “Coco” Maurice styled her in Tony Ward Couture
> – Why it matters: Shows how celebrities endure discomfort for fashion-and how family teams up to make it happen
Sheryl Lee Ralph has zero tolerance for shoe mishaps on the red carpet. The 69-year-old actress told E! her two-step trick keeps every step painless and secure.
The Pain-Free Formula
Ralph’s routine is quick and clinical:
- Lidocaine numbs potential hot spots before she slips into heels.
- Spray adhesive coats the insole; once her foot is in, “there is no flip-floppage.”
> “When you’re coming down these red carpets it’s not time for hiccups,” she said.
Mother-Daughter Style Team
Styled by Ivy “Coco” Maurice, Ralph arrived in a plum Tony Ward Couture gown. The halter neckline sparkled with beading, while a flared, pocketed skirt hid her shoes entirely. A sleek ponytail showed off statement earrings.
Ralph previously told News Of Los Angeles that Coco “totally elevated” her look, inspiring other women to add color and sparkle. “I did not waste one dollar on her education,” she joked.
Key Takeaways
- Lidocaine + adhesive = Ralph’s red-carpet insurance against blisters and slips.
- Daughter Ivy “Coco” Maurice doubles as stylist, creating looks women want to copy.
- Ralph’s kids refuse nepotism, handling their own Hollywood hustle.
The Abbott Elementary nominee proved comfort hacks and family teamwork can steal the show.
