Oscars
The Oscars is an annual awards ceremony presented by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences since 1929, honoring excellence in filmmaking across categories like acting, directing, and technical achievement. Its iconic golden statuette, officially known as the Academy Award of Merit, symbolizes the highest recognition in cinema and has become a defining emblem of Hollywood prestige. Its relevance traces back to landmark moments such as the first televised ceremony in 1953, which expanded its cultural reach. Fans and industry insiders return to the Oscars for its blend of red carpet fashion statements, memorable acceptance speeches, and moments that spark national conversations about diversity and representation in film.
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Oscars Set New Rules: No AI in Major Acting, Writing Categories
The Academy says acting and writing categories must center on human creativity.
Donald Glover Jokes He'd Be 'Surprised' If 'Super Mario Galaxy' Yoshi Role Doesn't Earn Oscar Nod
"I don't want to say Daniel Day-Lewisesque, but it's kind of in that range," Glover joked.
Wanda Sykes Says She 'Caught a Lot of Flack' for Saying Will Smith Slap Made Her ‘Physically Ill’
The comedian said she was sickened at the sight of Rock being slapped by Will Smith at the 2022 Oscars.
Usher Calls Justin Bieber Confrontation Claims an 'Exaggeration,' According to Da Brat
Reports recently surfaced claiming that Usher and Bieber had a “heated exchange” at an Oscars party.
Judge Joe Brown Questions Michael B. Jordan’s Oscar Win: ‘What Difference Does That Make?’
The ex-TV judge criticizes the Oscars and questions the ‘Sinners’ actor’s win, calling Hollywood awards ‘politics’ and a distraction from real-life issues.
50 Cent Jokes About Alleged Usher and Justin Bieber Confrontation at Beyoncé, Jay-Z’s Oscars Party
Fif, of course, couldn't help but troll.
Julia Fox on Meeting Beyoncé at Oscars Party: 'I Cried Into the Nape of Her Neck'
The moment marked "the coolest thing that ever happened to me," per Fox.
Kim Kardashian Shares Post Saying She Wore $80 Heels at Oscars After Party
The multihyphenate seemingly confirmed the claim by reposting the clip.
Teyana Taylor Named Chief Curator of Essence Fest 2026
The multi-hyphenate will help shape the festival’s creative direction as organizers roll out the 2026 lineup in New Orleans.
Kim Kardashian Nearly Falls in 8-Inch Heels at Oscars Party, Laughs It Off
A viral video shows Kim Kardashian catching herself after a near fall outside the Vanity Fair Oscars party.
Jeremy O. Harris Reportedly Compared OpenAI CEO Sam Altman to Nazi at Star-Studded Oscars Party
Harris reportedly likened Altman to Joseph Goebbels at a boozy Oscars party.
Kid Rock Didn’t Like Conan O’Brien’s Joke About Him in Oscars Monologue: ‘Not a Very Good One’
The comedian's joke took a jab at Rock's Turning Point All-American Halftime Show's performance.
Diane Warren Reacts to 17th Oscars Loss: ‘On to the Next Song’
The prolific songwriter has penned hits for Aerosmith, Cher, Celine Dion, Beyoncé, and more.
'KPop Demon Hunters' Singer Says She Surprised Her Parents By Paying Off Their Mortgage: 'A Dream'
'KPop Demon Hunters' singer Rei Ami called the moment "a dream come true."
Timotheé Chalamet Should Go Full Villain for the 'Dune: Part Three' Rollout
The three-time Oscar nominee will conclude his 'Dune' trilogy in December, meaning the timing is perfect for him to go full villain in the public eye.
From ‘The Sopranos’ to the Oscars, Michael B. Jordan Has Been Putting in Work for Decades
His first-ever credited appearance was in an episode of 'The Sopranos' in 1999.
Teyana Taylor Responds to Criticism of Her Oscars Reactions: ‘The World Holds So Much Misery’
The 'One Battle After Another' star responds after social media users called her cheers and celebrations over the top.
Ryan Coogler Wears Rare Cartier Tank à Guichets Among Standout Watches at the Oscars
Our favorite celebrities wore show-stopping timepieces at the 2026 Academy Awards.