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Tems explains ‘view-blocking’ white gown at the 2023 Oscars

Nigerian singer and songwriter, Tems, has explained her fashion choice at the 2023 Academy Awards (Oscars), where she wore a white gown that some critics described as “view-blocking.”

Speaking to Harper’s Bazaar, the Grammy winner explained that she wanted to “go all out” for her first Oscars experience, and wearing the Lever Couture gown was her way of making a statement and celebrating her work.

She said, “The dress is also my way of celebrating my work and the people around me, celebrating my country, and celebrating the people that are rooting for me. This dress says ‘Yes, yes, I am here!'”

Tems added that the global attention she is receiving, including landing an Oscar nomination, only proves to her that her efforts are paying off.

At the 95th Academy Awards on March 12, 2023, Tems caused a stir with her gown.

The co-writer of Rihanna’s Oscar-nominated single, “Lift Me Up,” wowed the red carpet in a Lever Couture gown with a delicate tulle fabric headpiece woven into a head-to-toe asymmetrical silhouette.

Although her outfit was an instant entry for the night’s best-dressed list, social media users were widely divided when it came to the headpiece’s presence inside the venue, where it obstructed the views of some of the guests seated behind her.
On Monday, Tems responded to the drama on Twitter, sharing four photos of herself in the now-infamous gown and writing, “Oops.”


Tems was nominated for Best Original Song at this year’s Oscars for the movie’s soundtrack, “Lift Me Up,” which she co-wrote with Rihanna, music producer Ludwig Göransson, and Black Panther’s director, Ryan Coogler.

However, Kaala Bhairava and Rahul Sipligunj’s “Naatu Naatu” won the category.

 

Source: www.ghanaweb.com

Ogyem Solomon

Solomon Ogyem – Media Entrepreneur | Journalist | Brand Ambassador Solomon Ogyem is a dynamic Ghanaian journalist and media entrepreneur currently based in South Africa. With a solid foundation in journalism, Solomon is a graduate of the OTEC School of Journalism and Communication Studies in Ghana and Oxbridge Academy in South Africa. He began his career as a reporter at OTEC 102.9 MHz in Kumasi, where he honed his skills in news reporting, community storytelling, and radio broadcasting. His passion for storytelling and dedication to the media industry led him to establish Press MltiMedia Company in South Africa—a growing platform committed to authentic African narratives and multimedia journalism. Solomon is the founder and owner of Thepressradio.com, a news portal focused on delivering credible, timely, and engaging stories across Ghana and Africa. He also owns Press Global Tickets, a service-driven venture in the travel and logistics space, providing reliable ticketing services. In addition to his media ventures, Solomon serves as a Brand Ambassador for Alabuga, a prominent Russian industrial company, representing their interests and expansion across Africa. He previously owned two notable websites—Ghanaweb.mobi and ShowbizAfrica.net—both of which contributed to entertainment and socio-political discussions within Ghana’s digital space. With a diverse background in media, digital journalism, and business, Solomon Ogyem is dedicated to telling impactful African stories, empowering youth through media, and building cross-continental media partnerships.

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