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Trailblazing ‘Black Panther’ costume designer aims to inspire

Ruth E. Carter is looking to inspire young artists with her work as a trailblazing costume designer. The longtime Spike Lee collaborator says she hopes her upcoming career achievement award and Oscar nomination for her Afro-futuristic wardrobes in "Black Panther" can "knock down" more doors so others like herself can walk through them. (Feb. 14)