Over her career, Carter has shaped the visual language of some of Hollywood’s most influential films.
Over her career, Carter has shaped the visual language of some of Hollywood’s most influential films. She earned Oscar nominations for her work on Spike Lee ’s “Malcolm X” and Steven Spielberg ’s “Amistad,” and received acclaim for period ensembles in projects including “The Butler,” “Selma” and the reboot of “Roots.
” Her designs have also been worn by Washington, Oprah Winfrey, Eddie Murphy and Jerry Seinfeld, including for the original “Seinfeld” pilot. “My trajectory has been about telling the story of culture,” Carter said. “Our history is being erased as we speak. So to have this responsibility of telling our stories — and being as authentic as I can — and being awarded for it, is a celebration.” In “Sinners,” Carter said she approached costume design as an act of protection rather than embellishment, determined to safeguard the visual truth of Black working-class life, particularly sharecroppers and migrants of the early 20th century. “We made something out of nothing,” she said. “There were hand-me-downs. There were patches. If the pants were long, we turned them up. If the hem was crooked, we left it. We wanted to show how we took things for what they were and still found a way to celebrate.”whom Carter credits as a vital voice for the future of Black cinema. “I thank the Lord that Ryan Coogler was born,” she said with a laugh. “Because he continues to tell stories that are important to the culture.”“I was the first to be nominated. I was the first to win. And I’m still in the game,” she said. “If my being here tells young designers anything, I hope it’s that this isn’t a fluke. It’s hard work. It’s voice. It’s vision. And it’s staying.” Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.▶The parents of Kellyanne Lytal, who died in the floodwaters at Camp Mystic, are sharing their story.🎵 KRTU is celebrating 50 years on the air with a free concert Friday0:56Lawsuit, footage challenge judge candidate’s claim that she lives in Bexar CountyNonprofits shelter homeless individuals during cold snapCommunity reaction after not-guilty verdict in former officer’s trial'Is there anything you want to say to the families?' 'No, not right now'WATCH:Here's the moment ex-Uvalde CISD police officer Adrian Gonzales was found not guilty by a juryWATCH:Here's the moment ex-Uvalde CISD police officer Adrian Gonzales was found not guilty by a juryHoax threat made to Northeast Side school causes fear, panicDeveloper says it wants to work with community to reimagine Lone Star Brewery siteCPS Energy urges conservation during peak hours ahead of icy weekendBexar County helps family on verge of eviction after KSAT storyNorthwest Side neighbor asks for expedited traffic light installation at ‘Dead Man’s Curve’Closing arguments set to begin in child endangerment trial of ex-Uvalde CISD police officerLoad of bees spilled during crash on I-35 likely headed to California, expert says1:23San Antonio TikTok user shares ICE whereabouts to ‘help the community’Wemby says NBA needs more bald players‘We’re all united’: Sights and sounds from San Antonio’s 39th annual MLK MarchCity refills San Antonio River Walk after crews clean out trashFormer MLK Commission chair discusses march's cultural significanceSights and Sounds from MLK March 2026: NEMI House of Glory previews performanceFirst-time MLK March attendee shares atmosphere experience, reason for attendingCounty expedites financial assistance for family at risk of eviction after KSAT report, judge saysCounty expedites financial assistance for family at risk of eviction after KSAT report, judge says▶Previous photo
Oprah Winfrey Lifestyle Viola Davis U.S. News Morgan Freeman Race Entertainment Ryan Coogler Denzel Washington Ruth Carter Ethnicity Jerry Seinfeld Eddie Murphy Spike Lee Steven Spielberg
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Oscar nominations 2026: 'Sinners' makes history, plus snubs, surprises and the full listTracy Brown is a reporter for the Los Angeles Times covering television, film and other pop culture.
Read more »
Oakland native Ryan Coogler’s ‘Sinners’ breaks records with most Oscar nominations everRyan Coogler’s blues-steeped vampire epic 'Sinners' led all films with 16 nominations to the 98th Academy Awards on Thursday, setting a record for the most in Oscar history.
Read more »
Ruth E. Carter makes history with Oscar nomination for 'Sinners'Ruth E. Carter has made history with her Oscar nomination for “Sinners,” becoming the most-nominated Black woman in Academy Awards history. Variety reports that Carter, a trailblazing costume designer, passed Viola Davis with her nom for her work on Ryan Coogler’s blues-steeped vampire epic.
Read more »
Ruth E. Carter makes Oscar history again with costume designer nomination for 'Sinners'Ruth E.
Read more »
Midday Movies reacts to the 98th Oscar nominationsRyan Coogler's 'Sinners' makes Oscar history with a record 16 nominations.
Read more »
Ryan Coogler's 'Sinners' makes hometown Oakland proud with record-breaking Oscar nominationsOakland native Ryan Coogler's film 'Sinners' earned an all-time record 16 Oscar nominations with Best Director for Coogler being among them. And his hometown could not be prouder of the accomplishment.
Read more »