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Ruth E. Carter

Ruth E. Carter

Telling the Story of the Black Experience Onscreen
Ruth E. Carter

Ruth E. Carter is a renowned costume designer who has worked on some of the most iconic films in Hollywood history. She is the first African American woman to win an Academy Award for Best Costume Design, which she earned for her work on the groundbreaking film “Black Panther.” Throughout her career, Ruth has used her creative talent and artistic vision to create some of the most iconic looks in film, including “Malcolm X” and ‘Do The Right Thing’. In 2020, she collaborated with H&M on a capsule collection that reflected 80s streetwear, a nod to her onscreen aesthetic.

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