Atlanta Hairstylist Shunika Terry Nominated for Best Makeup & Hairstyling Oscar

This weekend marks the 98th annual Academy Awards, and the Hollywood of the South is buzzing with excitement as we gear up for the iconic award show. One standout film from 2025, ‘Sinners’, written and directed by Ryan Coogler and starring Michael B. Jordan, has a whopping 16 Oscar nominations, including a special nod to an Atlanta hairstylist!

The talented Atlanta stylist in the spotlight is Shunika Terry, who is nominated for the Oscar for ‘Best Makeup and Hairstyling’ for her exceptional work on ‘Sinners’. As the head designer, Terry meticulously crafted the visual world of ‘Sinners’ with her artistry in the actors’ hair and makeup. She focused on showcasing natural hair textures to enrich the storytelling experience in ‘Sinners’, alongside creating historically accurate hair designs.

With 25 years of experience in the industry, Terry is a respected figure known for creating captivating and memorable looks for the screen. Her groundbreaking work on ‘Sinners’ has earned her the well-deserved recognition she’s been waiting for!

While ‘Sinners’ is the talk of the town right now, Terry’s portfolio includes a long list of distinguished projects from her extensive career. From working on titles like ‘Cape Fear’ on Apple TV+ to ‘Atlanta’ on FX, her artistry has left a mark on numerous films and TV shows. You can explore more of Shunika Terry’s career highlights on her website.

As we anticipate the Oscars this weekend, we’re rooting for Shunika! Don’t forget to tune in live on Sunday night at 7 p.m. for all the excitement. You won’t want to miss it, especially with an Atlanta talent to keep an eye on!