Wicked's Paul Tazewell Becomes First Black Man To Win Best Costume Design

Oscars Winners | Wicked's Paul Tazewell Becomes First Black Man To Win Best Costume Design The 97th Academy Awards are in progress in Hollywood, with all eyes on who will be taking home Oscar gold. Hosted for the first time by Conan O'Brien, the Oscars ceremony will bring to a close an award season overshadowed by LA wildfires. Paul Tazewell becomes the first Black man to win for best costume design. He has won Oscars for his work on the musical Wicked. Wicked earned nominations in 10 categories. Tazewell already has an Emmy award ("The Wiz Live") and Tony award ("Hamilton") under his belt.