Despite being Hollywood's most prestigious award, an Oscar trophy is only worth $1. That's according to Academy regulations, which state that winners "shall not sell or otherwise dispose of the ...

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 won the Oscar for best costume design for "Wicked." "This is absolutely astounding," Tazewell said, accepting the trophy. Tazewell called the win a "very significant honor," noting ...

Paul Tazewell accepts the Costume Design award for "Wicked" onstage during the 97th Annual Oscars at Dolby Theatre on March 2, 2025 in Hollywood, California ...

The costume designer who is responsible for the wardrobe for Wicked has won the Oscar for Best Costume Design. Tazwell is the first Black man to win this award. (This is a monumental moment for him).

(Gray News) – History has been made at the 97th Academy Awards as the Oscar for best costume design goes home with a Black man for the first time. Paul Tazewell, who designed costumes for the ...

Paul Tazewell, left, winner of the award for best costume design for “Wicked,” poses in the press room with Bowen Yang at the Oscars on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at the Dolby Theatre in Los ...