Conan O’Brien to return as Oscars host in 2026

Comedian and late-night TV show host Conan O'Brien will return to emcee the annual Oscars ceremony for a second time in 2026, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences said on Monday (March 17). O'Brien hosted the 2025 Oscars telecast that brought in 19.7 million US viewers, the largest audience for Hollywood's highest honours in...

Shannen Doherty’s representatives ‘really disappointed’ she wasn’t in Oscars’ In Memoriam segment

Shannen Doherty's representatives were "really disappointed" that she was not part of the In Memoriam segment at the Oscars. The Charmed actress died in July 2024 at the age of 53 following a long battle with cancer but was not one of the famous faces who made it into the Academy Award ceremony's annual segment which...

Sex worker drama Anora sweeps Oscars with 5 awards including best picture

Anora, the story of a New York sex worker who gets a chance at a new life when she marries a wealthy Russian client on a whim, won five Academy Awards on Sunday (March 2), including the coveted best picture Oscar. The movie's 25-year-old star, Mikey Madison, was named best actress. The film also won best director for...

Morgan Freeman pays tribute to ‘dear friend’ Gene Hackman at Oscars

Morgan Freeman paid tribute to his "dear friend" Gene Hackman at the Oscars on Sunday (March 2). The 87-year-old actor introduced the Academy Awards' In Memoriam segment by paying tribute to his Unforgiven co-star, who, along with wife Betsy Arakawa, was found dead at their home this week. Morgan remembered his pal as a "generous performer" who...

2025 Oscars fashion: Michelle Yeoh in striking blue, Blackpink’s Lisa suits up

Probably the biggest the night in showbiz, the 2025 Oscars gathered together the industry's biggest stars. Each one dressed up in their best red carpet outfits for the night too. Most of the celebrities opted for classic designs that remind of old Hollywood glamour. However, a few were a little more daring – cue Blackpink's Lisa "suit...

Oscars’ red carpet features sculptural and shiny gowns and some props

Wicked star Ariana Grande walked the Oscars red carpet on Sunday (March 2) in a sculptural flared pink top and a tulle skirt by Schiaparelli, one of several actors to make bold fashion statements. Whoopi Goldberg wore a shiny blue gown with a flared skirt, while British actress Yasmin Finney sported a black dress featuring feathery attachments...

‘Abang Adik’ to represent Malaysia at 97th Oscars

The film Abang Adik has been selected to represent Malaysia in the International Feature Film category at the 97th Academy Awards next March. In a statement, the National Film Development Corporation Malaysia (Finas) said the debut film by director Jin Ong was chosen following several evaluation rounds by the Finas Film Selection Committee, which consists of professionals from...

Fans Upset The Late Coco Lee Was Left Out Of Oscars Tribute Segment

Netizens questioned why Japanese composer Ryuichi Sakamoto, who is also a musician, was honoured. Every year, the Oscars pays tribute to the screen legends and filmmakers who passed away over the past year. The 'In Memoriam' segment is one of the most touching moments of the show and this year was no different. The tribute was led by Andrea Bocelli and...

Did Michelle Yeoh Snub Emma Stone at the 2024 Oscars? Inside Their Exchange

Social media users are speculating that Michelle and Emma have beef after watching the 'Poor Things' actress accept her Oscar. Hollywood’s biggest night doesn’t always have drama, but social media can spin stories whenever something seems off. This year’s Oscars was seemingly free of any beef, but many online users are asking what happened between Michelle Yeoh and Emma...

Jimmy Kimmel pokes fun at Barbie’s Oscars snub during Academy Awards opening monologue

Jimmy Kimmel poked fun at Barbie's Oscars snub during his Academy Awards opening monologue. The 56-year-old actor kicked off the annual ceremony at Los Angeles' Dolby Theatre on Sunday (March 10) by recapping the Hollywood highlights over the last year, and he couldn't resist telling off the audience for failing to shortlist Greta Gerwig for Best...