History of Law Roach in Timeline

Law Roach is a prominent American fashion stylist recognized for his collaborations with celebrities like Zendaya, Céline Dion, and Anya Taylor-Joy. He gained further recognition as a judge on the Max competition series Legendary (2020–2022). In 2023, Roach announced his retirement from styling, choosing to focus on his creative partnership with Zendaya. He is also a main judge on popular shows such as RuPaul's Drag Race and Project Runway, beginning with season 21.

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2016: Judge on America's Next Top Model

In 2016, Law Roach was announced as one of the judges for cycle 23 of America's Next Top Model, alongside Ashley Graham, Rita Ora, and Drew Elliott.

2020: Judge on Legendary

In 2020, Law Roach became a primary judge on the Max competition series Legendary.

November 23, 2021: Death of Nephew

On November 23, 2021, Law Roach's three-year-old nephew died after falling out of a window in a Chicago building.

2021: Styled Celebrities at the Met Gala

In 2021, Law Roach styled 10 celebrities, including Alton Mason, Kehlani, and Hunter Schafer, for the Met Gala.

2021: Gem Award for Jewelry Style

Law Roach received the Gem Award for Jewelry Style in 2021.

2022: CFDA Award

In 2022, Law Roach received the inaugural stylist award for American Fashion at the CFDA Awards in New York.

March 14, 2023: Retirement Announcement

On March 14, 2023, Law Roach announced his retirement from styling via Instagram, citing industry politics and false narratives. He later clarified that he would continue working with Zendaya and needed to focus on his mental and physical health.

March 17, 2023: Interview with The Cut

In a March 17, 2023, interview with The Cut, Law Roach discussed his reasons for retiring, citing burnout, a desire for a happier life, and challenges in the industry such as false narratives. He also mentioned grieving the death of his nephew.

2023: Retirement from Styling

In 2023, Law Roach announced his retirement from styling to focus on his creative partnership with Zendaya. He also became a judge on RuPaul's Drag Race and Project Runway, starting with season 21.