Chelsea Handler attended Variety’s Power of Comedy event, which took place at The Creek and The Cave in Austin, Texas on Friday evening.
The 48-year-old performer appeared to be enjoying her time at the event, during which she addressed the crowd that had assembled.
The comedian, who recently took over The Daily Show, was joined by several other figures from the entertainment industry, several of whom also took to the gathering’s main stage.
Handler wore an eye-catching black and white patterned dress that stood out while she posed for photos on the red carpet.
The television personality added a bit of extra darkness to her outfit with a pair of black high-heeled shoes and a single necklace.
![Showing up: Chelsea Handler attended Variety's Power of Comedy event, which took place at The Creek and The Cave in Austin on Friday evening](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/03/11/07/68576027-11847173-Showing_up_Chelsea_Handler_attended_Variety_s_Power_of_Comedy_ev-m-171_1678520573687.jpg)
Showing up: Chelsea Handler attended Variety’s Power of Comedy event, which took place at The Creek and The Cave in Austin on Friday evening. The 48-year-old performer appeared to be enjoying her time at the event, during which she addressed the crowd that had assembled
![All there: The 48-year-old performer appeared to be enjoying her time at the event, during which she addressed the crowd that had assembled](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/03/11/07/68576021-11847173-All_there_The_48_year_old_performer_appeared_to_be_enjoying_her_-m-175_1678520609756.jpg)
All there: The 48-year-old performer appeared to be enjoying her time at the event, during which she addressed the crowd that had assembled
The New Jersey native’s bright blonde hair contrasted beautifully with the neutral tones of her outfit.
She was also seen while closely hugging Jen Psaki, who joined her onstage during the event.
The political advisor kept it casual in a navy blue blouse and a pair of blue jeans while spending time with her friend.
Handler was also seen with Patton Oswalt, who donned a patterned shirt and a purple jacket.
Among the event’s speakers was Eric Andre, who sported a graphic-printed hoodie.
The comedian, best known for his work on his Adult Swim program, also donned a pair of light pink pants and a set of Adidas sneakers.
Bob Odenkirk kept it simple in a dark green shirt and a jet-black jacket as he addressed the event’s attendees.
Anna Kendrick stood out while wearing a sparkling patterned dress that showcased her toned arms and legs.
The Pitch Perfect franchise star’s gorgeous brunette hair cascaded onto her shoulders.
![Front and center: The comedian, who recently took over The Daily Show, was joined by several other figures from the entertainment industry, several of whom also took to the gathering's main stage](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/03/11/05/68576003-11847173-image-a-145_1678511434715.jpg)
Front and center: The comedian, who recently took over The Daily Show, was joined by several other figures from the entertainment industry, several of whom also took to the gathering’s main stage
![Standing out: Handler wore an eye-catching black-and-white patterned dress that stood out while she posed for photos on the red carpet](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/03/11/05/68576017-11847173-image-a-146_1678511443505.jpg)
Standing out: Handler wore an eye-catching black-and-white patterned dress that stood out while she posed for photos on the red carpet
![Good friends: She was also seen while closely hugging Jen Psaki, who joined her onstage during the event](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/03/11/05/68576005-11847173-image-a-147_1678511450710.jpg)
Good friends: She was also seen while closely hugging Jen Psaki, who joined her onstage during the event
![Comfortable: The political advisor kept it casual in a navy blue blouse and a pair of blue jeans while spending time with her friend](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/03/11/05/68576009-11847173-image-a-148_1678511453693.jpg)
Comfortable: The political advisor kept it casual in a navy blue blouse and a pair of blue jeans while spending time with her friend
![Industry connection: Handler was also seen with Patton Oswalt, who donned a purple jacket](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/03/11/05/68576011-11847173-image-m-178_1678511731795.jpg)
Industry connection: Handler was also seen with Patton Oswalt, who donned a purple jacket
![Texture: The Ratatouille voice actor also wore a patterned button-up shirt at the event](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/03/11/05/68576033-11847173-image-a-156_1678511514079.jpg)
Texture: The Ratatouille voice actor also wore a patterned button-up shirt at the event
![Comfortable: Among the event's speakers was Eric Andre, who sported a graphic-printed hoodie](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/03/11/05/68576031-11847173-image-m-151_1678511476697.jpg)
Comfortable: Among the event’s speakers was Eric Andre, who sported a graphic-printed hoodie
![Colorful: The comedian, best known for his work on his Adult Swim program, also donned a pair of light pink pants and a set of Adidas sneakers](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/03/11/05/68575999-11847173-image-a-152_1678511489792.jpg)
Colorful: The comedian, best known for his work on his Adult Swim program, also donned a pair of light pink pants and a set of Adidas sneakers
![Dead center: Bob Odenkirk was also invited to address the crowd that had assembled for the event](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/03/11/05/68576013-11847173-image-a-157_1678511536404.jpg)
Dead center: Bob Odenkirk was also invited to address the crowd that had assembled for the event
![There he is: The Better Call Saul star kept it simple in a dark green shirt and a jet-black jacket](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/03/11/05/68576007-11847173-image-m-159_1678511546007.jpg)
There he is: The Better Call Saul star kept it simple in a dark green shirt and a jet-black jacket
![Gorgeous: Anna Kendrick stood out while wearing a sparkling patterned dress that showcased her toned arms and legs](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/03/11/05/68576019-11847173-image-m-161_1678511567776.jpg)
Gorgeous: Anna Kendrick stood out while wearing a sparkling patterned dress that showcased her toned arms and legs
![Up front: The Up In The Air star spent time on the main stage of the event](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/03/11/05/68576001-11847173-image-a-163_1678511582087.jpg)
Up front: The Up In The Air star spent time on the main stage of the event
![Beautiful: The Pitch Perfect franchise star's gorgeous brunette hair cascaded onto her shoulders](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/03/11/05/68576015-11847173-image-a-162_1678511578758.jpg)
Beautiful: The Pitch Perfect franchise star’s gorgeous brunette hair cascaded onto her shoulders
![Taking it easy: Jake Johnson stayed comfortable in a dark gray shirt and black pants](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/03/11/05/68576025-11847173-image-m-166_1678511594867.jpg)
Taking it easy: Jake Johnson stayed comfortable in a dark gray shirt and black pants
![Two of a kind: Haylie Duff opted for a black jacket worn on top of a white shirt, while Becca Tobin donned a gray jacket and blue jeans](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/03/11/05/68576023-11847173-image-a-165_1678511591943.jpg)
Two of a kind: Haylie Duff opted for a black jacket worn on top of a white shirt, while Becca Tobin donned a gray jacket and blue jeans
![Shining bright: Rachel Sennott stood out in a black dress that featured numerous chains hanging from its front side](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/03/11/05/68576035-11847173-image-m-168_1678511616304.jpg)
Shining bright: Rachel Sennott stood out in a black dress that featured numerous chains hanging from its front side
![Staying comfortable: Katie Couric wore a striped t-shirt underneath a brown button-up jacket that was paired with blue jeans](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/03/11/05/68576029-11847173-image-m-170_1678511632505.jpg)
Staying comfortable: Katie Couric wore a striped t-shirt underneath a brown button-up jacket that was paired with blue jeans
She was also pictured with Jake Johnson, who stayed comfortable in a dark gray shirt and black pants.
Haylie Duff opted for a black jacket worn on top of a white shirt, while Becca Tobin donned a gray jacket and blue jeans.
Rachel Sennott stood out in a black dress that featured numerous chains hanging from its front side.
Katie Couric wore a striped t-shirt underneath a brown button-up jacket that was paired with blue jeans.