Zendaya's Iconic Oscars Dress: From Controversy to Triumph

In 2015, Zendaya, then a rising star, wore a custom Vivienne Westwood gown to the Academy Awards. Her hairstyle, dreadlocks, became the subject of a controversial remark by E!'s Fashion Police host Giuliana Rancic, who commented that Zendaya "looks like she smells like patchouli oil or weed." This sparked a significant backlash, with many accusing Rancic of making racist remarks.

Zendaya publicly condemned the comments as "outrageously offensive." While Rancic later apologized and stated her remarks were not race-related, the incident had a lasting impact. Zendaya's career has since flourished, marked by major roles in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and critical acclaim for her performance in "Euphoria," for which she became the youngest two-time Emmy winner for Outstanding Lead Actress.

Conversely, Rancic's career trajectory shifted following the controversy. She stepped down from E! News after nearly a decade and eventually left the network to focus on family and co-owning RPM Restaurants. Both individuals have since expressed that there are no hard feelings, with Rancic calling Zendaya "incredible" in 2019.