LOS ANGELES (AP) — Paul Tazewell made history at the Oscars, becoming the first Black man to win best costume design.

The 97th Academy Awards, held on March 2, 2025, at Los Angeles’ Dolby Theatre, celebrated the year’s cinematic achievements.

"Wicked" costume designer Paul Tazewell is reflecting on his historic Oscar win. Tazewell, who became the first Black man to win an Oscar for costume design on Sunday night, took to Instagram on ...

"We kind of knew he had talent, but we didn't have an idea of the level of genius," says Linda Brown, Tazewell's aunt.

Adrien Brody took home his second leading man Oscar for “The Brutalist,” Mikey Madison took home the best lead actress ...

Paul Tazewell made history at the Oscars on Sunday, March 2. The momentous achievement marks a significant milestone in the ...

Paul Tazewell, who graduated from Buchtel High School, made history, becoming the first Black man to win an Oscar for best costume design.

Ariana Grande and Elle Fanning attend the 97th Annual Oscars, Mar. 2, 2025 in Los Angeles. Ariana Grande and Elle Fanning attend the 97th Annual Oscars, Mar. 2, 2025 in Los Angeles. Avumile Qongqo and ...

James Bond, who was not nominated for an Oscar, gets a starry tribute with Lisa from Blackpink, Doja Cat and Raye singing ...

LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Anora,” a strip club Cinderella story without the fairy tale ending, was crowned best picture at the 97th ...

“Emilia Pérez” leads the pack with 13 Oscar nominations, but “Wicked” and “The Brutalist” are close behind. The 2025 Oscars ...

The wildly colorful and complex costumes of “Wicked” are the work of Paul Tazewell ... literally,” says Tazewell, who was in Los Angeles for a recent Costume Designers Guild presentation ...