Law Roachis defendingZendaya’s honor.
On Wednesday, the longtime stylist and image architect, 44, made it clear the bond between him and theEuphoriaactress is still going strong. Fans speculated that there were issues between the two after a video of them went viral.
The fashion icon is now responding to rumors that the two have had a falling out because of the moment.
“So y’all really think I’m breaking up with Z….. we are forever!” he began in a series of pointed tweets. “She’s my little sister and it’s real love not the fake industry love.”
Law Roach and Zendaya.Dominique Charriau/WireImage
He ended with a GIF fromThe Color Purplemovie that shows sisters Sofia and Celie promising one another, “Me & u must neva part”
“Literally me and Zendaya…,” added Roach.
His clarification comes a day after he revealed thathe is retiringand leaving the fashion industry over “politics” and “lies.”
Roach, who has also worked with stars likeKerry Washington,Hailee Steinfeld,Hunter Schafer,Megan Thee StallionandIssa Rae, took to Instagram on Tuesday tomake his retirement announcement.
“My Cup is empty,” Roach wrote alongside an image of the word “Retired.”
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“Thank you to everyone who’ve supported me and my career over the years,” he continued. “Every person that trusted me with their image, I’m so grateful for you all.”
Roach then explained that his decision wasn’t about fashion itself but the politics of the business. “If this business was just about the clothes I would do it for the rest of my life but unfortunately it’s not! The politics , the lies and false narratives finally got me! You win … I’m out,” he said.
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Roach didn’t cite specifically the “false narratives” or “lies” that he’s faced, but many fans on Twitter and TikTok referenced the video from the fashion show.
Many of Roach’s clients made waves on the 2023 Oscars red carpet andVanity Fair’s Oscars afterparty.Hunter Schafer’s single feather top— a freshly debuted Ann Demeulemeester look —andMegan Thee Stallion’s triumphant return to the red carpetin a gorgeous Bach Mai strapless gown are just two of the head-turning looks he curated for Hollywood’s biggest night.
source: people.com
