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Who Is Paul Tazewell, First Black Man to Win the Oscar for Best Costume Design?
Paul Tazewell makes history as the first Black man to win the Oscar for Best Costume Design for Wicked, after dazzling work on West Side Story.
Everything You Need To Know About Wicked's Costume Designer Paul Tazewell
Tazewell is well-known for his work on "The Color Purple," "Hamilton," which he won a Tony Award for, and "West Side Story."
‘Wicked’s’ Paul Tazewell Makes Oscars History as First Black Man to Win Best Costume Design
Wicked’s” Paul Tazewell has made Oscars history by becoming the first Black man to win for best costume design. Tazewell, a previous nominee for “West Side Story,” already has an Emmy award (“The Wiz Live”) and Tony award (“Hamilton”) under his belt.
Former CMU faculty member Paul Tazewell wins Oscar for best costume design for "Wicked"
Paul Tazewell, an Akron, Ohio, native and former faculty member at Carnegie Mellon University, made history Sunday night at the 97th Academy Awards when he became the first Black man to win an Oscar for best costume design for the theatrical adaptation of the Broadway musical "Wicked."
Wicked's Costume Designer Paul Tazewell Looks Elegant on the Oscars Red Carpet
Paul Tazewell, Wicked's costume designer, could make Oscars history tonight. "When I’m designing a film or production, awards are not my focus," Tazewell told T&C. "It’s somewhere hovering, but not what I’m thinking about in terms of making the work happen.
'This is everything': Akron native Paul Tazewell wins Oscar for costume design in 'Wicked'
Akron native Paul Tazewell was awarded his first Oscar at the ceremony Sunday in the costume design category for his work in the blockbuster "Wicked."
Paul Tazewell Makes History with Oscar Victory
Paul Tazewell becomes the first Black man to win an Oscar for Best Costume Design at the 97th Academy Awards, adding to his accolades which include an Emmy and a Tony. He designed for 'Wicked' and has been recognized with several awards throughout the season.
Wicked's Paul Tazewell Becomes First Black Man To Win Costume Design Oscar
Wicked’s Paul Tazewell took home the award for Best Costume Design at the 97th Academy Awards. Sunday’s win made Tazewell, who previously earned a nomination for his work on West Side Story, the first Black man to earn an Oscar for Costume Design.
Paul Tazewell reacts to becoming the 1st Black man to win the Oscar for best costume design
Paul Tazewell made Oscars history, becoming the first Black man to win the award for best costume design. He answered a question from TODAY.com.
Academy awards 2025: Paul Tazewell makes history as first black man to win Best Costume Design at Oscars
Paul Tazewell made history as the first Black man to win Best Costume Design at the Oscars for his work on Wicked. This marks his first win and second nomination, following West Side Story.
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Paul Tazewell is first Black man to win Oscar for best costume design for 'Wicked'
Paul Tazewell is the first Black man to win the Oscar for Costume Design. He won an Academy Award on Sunday for his work on ...
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Paul Tazewell becomes first Black man to win Oscar for best costume design for ‘Wicked’
Paul Tazewell, who designed costumes for the film adaptation of “Wicked,” was previously the first Black man nominated ...