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Actress Viola Davis' gown for the Golden Globes awards showcased the work of Cameroon-born designer Claude Kameni.
Viola wore the attire during a virtual appearance at the awards from her home. It was made with fabric from Cameroon.
The actress was nominated in the category of Best Actress in a Motion Picture - Drama for her role in Ma Rainey's Black Bottom.
Golden Globes 2021 💫
— Viola Davis (@violadavis) March 1, 2021
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The designer is on a mission to popularise the prints of Africa, according to British Vogue magazine.
“Viola wanted a designer who spoke to her specifically as a Black woman,” stylist Elizabeth Stewart who has worked with the actress is quoted as saying.
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