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 ...

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

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

Paul Tazewell, winner of the award for best costume design for "Wicked," poses in the press room at the Oscars on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Paul Tazewell ...

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

Paul Tazewell, who graduated from UNCSA in 1986, is the first Black man to receive the award for costume design ...

Winners throughout the night delivered memorable speeches, political statements and heartfelt outpourings of gratitude.

Did Paul Tazewell win other awards for costume design in 'Wicked'? On Jan. 28, Tazewell was honored in Los Angeles with the American Cinematheque award for his "Wicked" costume designs.