Ruth E. Carter secured her place in Oscar history, earning her fifth nomination for best costume design at the Academy Awards for her work on Ryan Coogler's "Sinners." The nomination, announced Tuesday, makes Carter the most-nominated Black woman in Oscar history, across all categories.

Carter's nomination places her alongside Deborah L. Scott ("Avatar: Fire and Ash"), Kate Hawley ("Frankenstein"), Malgosia Turzanska ("Hamnet"), and Miyako Belizzi ("Marty Supreme") in the costume design category. This achievement builds upon Carter's already impressive career, which includes previous nominations for her work on "Amistad" (1997), "Malcolm X" (1992), "Black Panther" (2018), for which she won, and "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever" (2022), also winning.

Carter's work is celebrated for its meticulous detail and cultural authenticity, often drawing inspiration from African and African diaspora aesthetics. Her designs are not merely costumes, but rather visual narratives that contribute significantly to the storytelling process. Her influence extends beyond Hollywood, impacting fashion trends and inspiring designers globally.

The Academy Awards, while often criticized for a lack of diversity, have seen increasing recognition of Black talent in recent years. Carter's repeated nominations and wins reflect a broader shift towards inclusivity within the film industry. However, challenges remain in ensuring equitable representation across all aspects of filmmaking, from directing and writing to technical roles.

The 98th Academy Awards ceremony is scheduled to take place on March 12, where Carter will compete for her third Oscar win. The outcome remains to be seen, but her nomination is already a landmark achievement, solidifying her legacy as a trailblazer for Black women in Hollywood and a significant figure in the global film community.