Paul Tazewell Becomes First Black Man to Win Best Costume Design Oscar

The 'Wicked' designer's historic win celebrates his groundbreaking career and representation in the film industry.

Paul Tazewell won the 2025 Oscar for Best Costume Design for his work on 'Wicked,' becoming the first Black man to receive the award.
Tazewell designed over 1,000 costumes for 'Wicked,' including iconic looks for Elphaba and Glinda, drawing inspiration from nature and historical styles.
This win adds to Tazewell's accolades, which include an Emmy for 'The Wiz Live!' and a Tony for 'Hamilton,' bringing him closer to EGOT status.
Tazewell emphasized the importance of representation in his acceptance speech, reflecting on his journey as a Black creative in costume design.
He credited his success to his team, director Jon M. Chu, and the cast, while honoring Ruth E. Carter for paving the way for Black costume designers.