History of Law Roach in Timeline

Law Roach is a prominent American fashion stylist recognized for his work with high-profile figures like Zendaya, Céline Dion, and Anya Taylor-Joy. He gained further recognition as a judge on HBO Max's 'Legendary' (2020-2022). While announcing his retirement from styling in 2023 to focus on his creative partnership with Zendaya, Roach remains active in the entertainment industry as a judge on both 'RuPaul's Drag Race' and 'Project Runway' from 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.

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2020: Judge on Legendary

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

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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 Chicago.

2021: Styled Celebrities for 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: Judge on Legendary

In 2022, Law Roach continued to serve as a primary judge on the HBO Max competition series Legendary.

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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 politics, lies, and false narratives within the industry. He later clarified that he would continue working with Zendaya and focus on his mental and physical health.

March 17, 2023: Interview with The Cut

In an interview with The Cut on March 17, 2023, Law Roach cited burnout and a desire for a happier life as reasons for his retirement. He discussed challenges in the industry, including false narratives, loss of clients, and the need to grieve his nephew's death.

2023: Retirement From Styling

In 2023, Law Roach announced his retirement from styling to focus on his creative relationship with Zendaya. He also became one of the main judges on RuPaul's Drag Race and Project Runway, starting on season 21.

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