Academy Awards organizers reached out to 14-year-old Amira-Dior Traynham-Artis about including her kicks in the exclusive space.
The countdown to the “95th Academy Awards” ceremony is on and between Rihanna’s anticipated performance and the notable Black nominations, there is a lot to look forward to. However, this year’s Academy Awards is extra special for 14-year-old fashion designer Amira-Dior Traynham-Artis, who will be making her Hollywood debut.
“Wow, I’ve come a very long way. I know if I was able to go back in the past and drag younger me right here, she would be so excited and so proud,” Amira-Dior told today! Listen to ‘Writing Black‘ with Maiysha Kai.
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