- Wicked wins two Oscars at 2025 Academy Awards for design excellence, Paul Tazewell made history with his win for Best Costume Design.
- The film also won Best Production Design amidst strong competition.
- Despite ten nominations Wicked fell short in major categories like Best Picture.
The film adaptation of Wicked left its mark on the 97th Academy Awards, securing two Oscars out of ten nominations. This musical fantasy, inspired by the iconic Broadway show, claimed awards for Best Production Design and Best Costume Design.
Paul Tazewell made history by becoming the first Black man to win an Oscar for Best Costume Design, while Nathan Crowley and Lee Sandales were recognized for their work in Production Design.
The ceremony, held at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on March 2, 2025, celebrated Wicked’s achievements amidst fierce competition from films like The Brutalist and Nosferatu.
Despite these wins, Wicked faced disappointment in other major categories, including Best Picture, Best Actress for Cynthia Erivo’s portrayal of Elphaba, and Best Supporting Actress for Ariana Grande’s Glinda. The film was also nominated for Best Original Score by John Powell and Stephen Schwartz, as well as categories like Makeup and Hairstyling and Visual Effects.
‘wicked’ is now a 2x Oscar winning movie:
• Best Production Design
• Best Costume Design pic.twitter.com/6RTHPmanjy— b ☀️ (@sheeshgwws) March 3, 2025
While it didn’t sweep the evening, these victories cemented Wicked’s status as a standout in the year’s cinematic offerings. Erivo and Grande also delivered a memorable performance of “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” during the ceremony, further showcasing the film’s enduring musical legacy.
The Oscars marked the culmination of a successful awards season for Wicked, which had already earned critical acclaim and several accolades at events like the Golden Globes and BAFTAs.
Directed by Jon M. Chu, the film has been praised for its stunning visuals and captivating performances. With a sequel titled Wicked: For Good already in development, fans can look forward to more magic from this beloved story.
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Last Updated on March 4, 2025 by 247 News Around The World
