Costume Designer Ruth Carter Becomes First Black Woman to Win 2 Oscars
“Thank you to the academy for recognizing the superhero that is a Black woman” Carter said.
“Thank you to the academy for recognizing the superhero that is a Black woman” Carter said.
Black actors were shut out of the winners circle.
Angela Bassett, Brian Tyree Henry, and Rihanna were among the nominees.
The night saw landmark victories, and frustration over celebrating stereotypes.