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and no one even noticed.That’s how divested we’ve become from Hollywood, movies, moviegoing and celebrity culture in general.Three years into this pandemic, we’ve all become quite happy streaming high-quality content from the comfort of our homes, at a fraction of the price.The screens have gotten smaller — and, apologies to Norma Desmond, so have the stars.It’s a permanent shift, one Gervais addressed at the 2020 Globes, talking “to all you perverts” in the room.“No one cares about movies anymore,” he said. “Most films are awful.

Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has drummed up quite a bit of chatter over its announcement that it will have a host for this year’s ceremony, three years after last having one. The news prompted a slew of speculation around who the host might be, along with no shortage of suggestions such as Issa Rae. Some entertainers, like Robin Thede, even threw their own hat in the ring. do you guys want me to host the Oscarsif yes then reply with an Elmo meme if no then post a Rocco meme— Robin Thede (@robinthede) January 12, 2022  While there’s certainly much work to be done in diversifying the hosting space for major award shows (only five Black entertainers have hosted in the Academy’s near 100-year history), a Black woman garnering the coveted opportunity isn’t too far off. As we wait in anticipation of learning who will guide us through Hollywood’s biggest night on March 27, here’s a look back at the iconic Black entertainers who have landed the hosting gig over the years. This article was originally published December 18, 2018.

Andra Day wore winning Chanel couture and high jewelry (including the house’s amazing “Brins de Diamants” earrings and “Légende de Blé” bracelet) to scoop a Golden Globe for her soulful turn in “The United States vs. Billie Holiday.”Zendaya was positively incandescent at the Oscars in more than $6 million of Bulgari diamonds and a neon yellow Valentino cutout gown.

snoozy wokefest, but it seems the most entertaining award-worthy drama was happening during a private soiree. Particularly when openly pansexual model Cara Delevingne, 28, was seenleaving an Oscars afterparty and piling into a car with singer Paris Jackson, once again sparking rumors of a romance between the duo.

plunged to an all-time low of 9.85 million viewers, down an almost incomprehensible 60 percent from the 24 million who watched last year’s telecast — and that was the lowest ever. It was also the first time in the show’s history that less than 10 million people tuned in, ratings territory once considered (sniff) pedestrian for the Academy AwardsThis from a supposed must-see event that in its heyday regularly averaged anywhere from 40 to 50 million viewers and soared to an all-time high of nearly 60 million in 1998.

Honestly, even before you watched last night’s Oscars ceremony, it was clear this was going to be one of the least-watched telecasts in the history of the Academy Awards. There were just so many things stacked against it.

according to Variety, which is a more than 58% drop from last year’s all-time low of 23.6 million viewers, while 2019’s ceremony garnered 29.6 million viewers. The ceremony landed a 1.9 rating for adults in the coveted 18 to 49 age demographic, a 64.2% drop from 2020.

Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom by hoping for a future where Black trans women can enjoy their own success on film’s biggest stage.At last night’s 93rd Academy Awards, Neal and Jamika Wilson became the first Black women to win the Oscar for best hair and makeup, alongside Sergio Lopez-Rivera.Neal led the hairstyling department on Netflix’s film about Black queer blues icon Ma Rainey, while Wilson was star Viola Davis’ personal hairstylist and Lopez-Rivera her makeup artist.During her acceptance speech, Neal acknowledged the historic nature of her win, but also hoped for a future where it would be “normal” to see Black trans women winning Oscars.“I want to say thank you to our ancestors who put the work in, [and] were denied but never gave up,”

red carpet fashion, emotional speeches, and, most important, we got to see people together in one room. At the end of the night, the Academy, in partnership with Vanity Fair, also released the images from its official portrait studio.This year’s presenters and winners were captured by Quil Lemons.

2021 Oscars on Sunday as they scooped up a historic 17 wins last night, most notably in the male-dominated categories for best director and producer. By comparison, last night saw 30 male winners, meaning women took home 36% of statuettes up for grabs across 23 categories, according to The Wrap.All told, 70 women were nominated this year, marking the highest total ever.

Well, that was weird. Oscar night felt a bit like an off-brand version of an Oscar night – and not in a bad way (at least until the end).

this year’s Oscars shockers, for better or for worse, shook up the almost 100-year-old ceremony with unprecedented plot twists and turns. From Glenn Close bouncing her booty in Armani to Chadwick Boseman’s Best Actor snub, aftershocks from the show promise to keep social-media timelines buzzing for a long time.Check out the lights, camera and action-fueled climaxes and rock bottoms of the 2021 Academy Awards. Swaying her Louis Vuitton-clad hips from left to right, King, 50, kicked off Oscars night by strutting off of the red carpet and onto center stage. The directorial dynamo behind “One Night in Miami” — which secured a nod for Best Adapted Screenplay — opened the show with equal parts style and social justice. “If things had of gone

“Minari” star Yuh-Jung Youn at the 93rd Academy Awards, Close, 74, became the most Oscar nominated female actor with absolutely no wins. For her polarizing performance (it also scored a Razzie nom) as “Mamaw” in “Hillbilly Elegy,” Close earned her a record-setting eighth nomination from the Academy. Historical note: Her “most losses” ties her with legendary actor Peter O’ Toole, who was also nominated — and snubbed — for his big screen showings eight times. O’Toole did, however, score an honorary Oscar shortly before he died at 81 in 2013.Despite her loss this year, Close still won the night.How? Well, by doing “Da Butt,” of course. When asked by comedian, actor and Oscars co-host Lil’ Rel Howery, 41, to play an Oscars-themed game of

2021 Oscars took time to share some love and respect for all of the beloved entertainment icons who died over the last year during the show's gala ceremony. Angela Bassett introduced this year's powerful In Memoriam with a somber and powerful reflection on the difficult year.«As of April 25, 2021, there were recorded over 3 million souls lost around the world to COVID alone,» she shared. «Considering the enormity of our collective loss and the often incomprehensible times we're living through, we wish to also acknowledge those precious lives lost to the violence of inequality, injustice, hatred, racism, and poverty.

Tyler Perry was honored for his humanitarian work yet again on Sunday. The celebrated media mogul was presented with the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award at the 2021 Oscars, and Perry shared an inspirational message in his acceptance speech.Viola Davis was tasked with presenting the award, and the celebrated actress introduced Perry by highlighting the many charitable efforts that earned Perry the prestigious honor.«My great friend, filmmaker, and philanthropist, Tyler Perry, personifies empathy,» Davis shared. «Tyler knows what it is to be hungry, to be without a home, to feel unsafe and uncertain.

Academy Awards brought out the biggest names in Hollywood for a night of fun and celebration.Coming together in one of the first non-virtual awards shows since the start of the pandemic, many of the industry's best and brightest were invigorated and excited to be coming together once more.There was no host this year, but that didn't keep the show from stalling, as the long-awaited (and two-months-delayed) ceremony went all out to honor the multitude of films, filmmakers and stars who were nominated at this year's big show.From some long-awaited wins to some truly touching acceptance speeches, here are all the best, biggest and most memorable highlights from Sunday's 93rd Oscars.

Oscar 2021 history.Brad Pitt presented the best supporting actress award to the scene-stealing “Minari” star — after referencing her love of Brit actress Maggie Smith and American auteur filmmaker Robert Altman. “Nice to meet you Mr.

The United States vs. Billie Holiday, “Fight For You” by H.E.R., Tiara Thomas and D’Mile, and Shaka King and Ryan Coogler’s Judas and the Black Messiah for Best Motion Picture.

Regina King kicked off this year's Oscars with an eye-catching opening and a powerful message. Deciding to go without a host yet again, the awards show began with a movie-like opening, akin to the films the Oscars celebrates.Viewers were welcomed to the show with a shot of King picking up a trophy.

Regina King kicked off this year's Oscars with an eye-catching opening and a powerful message. Deciding to go without a host yet again, the awards show began with a movie-like opening, akin to the films the Oscars celebrates.Viewers were welcomed to the show with a shot of King picking up a trophy.

Amanda Seyfried is a stunner! The 35-year-old actress looked spectacular in a red ball gown at the 2021 Oscars. The first-time Academy Award nominee arrived at Union Station in Los Angeles on Sunday to attend the annual awards ceremony.

Golden Globe and SAG Awards winner for his heartbreaking role — all but expected to grab the gold over Best Actor nominees Anthony Hopkins (“The Father”), Riz Ahmed (“Sound of Metal”), Steven Yeun (“Minari”) and Gary Oldman (“Mank”).Meanwhile, his “Ma Rainey” co-star, SAG Award winner Viola Davis, is a front-runner for the other biggie — the Best Actress statue — alongside Andra Day (who won the Golden Globe for her role in “The United States vs.

Regina King is a show-stopper! The actress and director was a stunner at the 2021 Oscars on Sunday. King, 50, stepped out in an icy sky blue custom Louis Vuitton creation.

2021 Academy Awards! After a months-long delay caused by the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic, the stars stepped out in style to attend the intimate and mostly Zoom-free Oscars ceremony.Dressed to the nines in the most glamorous gowns, designer tuxedos and lavish looks, A-listers did not disappoint when it came to stepping out on the red carpet.The ever-elegant Glenn Close opted for a sophisticated royal blue beaded, long-sleeve dress with silk gloves and matching trousers all by Armani Privé. She completed the look with diamond drop earrings and black pointed-toe heels.Lakeith Stanfield brought the fun and fashion with his ensemble.

told Vulture, adamantly responding “No!” when asked if he could possibly offer a bit more detail. The Academy did not return The Post’s request for comment. But the secrecy may be intended to add to the hype for the in-person event, as showrunners are no doubt hopeful they can finally reverse the downward awards show ratings trend with this year’s event. The host-less 2020 Academy Awards, broadcast before the start of the pandemic, was viewed by the smallest ever audience for the ceremony. Here’s what we do know about Sunday’s show, which will start at 8 p.m.

The 2021 Oscars air Sunday, April 25, at 8 p.m. on ABC.

Mildred Pierce,” photographers popping bulbs to capture the charismatic screen queen’s triumphant comeback moment.“Whether the Academy voters were giving the Oscar to me, sentimentally, for ‘Mildred’ or for 200 years of effort, the hell with it — I deserved it,” she told reporters 75 years ago from the plush confines of her Brentwood boudoir.The former flapper, thought to be 42 and already two decades deep into her career, huddled at home on the night of the 18th annual Academy Awards rather than join fellow nominees at Grauman’s Chinese Theatre for the first post-war ceremony — a posh affair marking the lifting of wartime restrictions.

same contenders overlapped this year, including “Minari,” “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom,” “Promising Young Woman” and “Sound of Metal.”And “Nomadland” has been on a steady march to the Oscars. The film’s Spirit win follows others at the Golden Globes, the BAFTAs, the producers guild and the directors guild.

Academy Awards are set to air on Sunday, April 25, and despite the pandemic, it won’t be virtual. The guest list will likely be much smaller than ever before, but as the show goes on in person, it’s expected that there will be a red carpet, or at least some photo sessions, and that is where some of the best candid moments happen.

The 93rd Academy Awards is just days away! On Sunday, April 25, the stars will align for Hollywood’s biggest night, where actors, directors, writers, and film creators will be honored for their craft following an unprecedented 2020. Before the telecast gets underway, we’re thinking back to years past when some of Hollywood’s hottest couples hit the red carpet for Oscar’s big night! Take a look back at the most memorable A-list couples to attend the Academy Awards.

#OscarsSoWhite to highlight the lack of diversity among those honored at the prestigious event, the cinematic landscape has changed.

Borat Subsequent Moviefilm made an impact because, like most of us, the film staked real value in family, health, social justice, and civil rights. As did Judas and the Black Messiah and Minari, Nomadland and Promising Young Woman, Time, Soul, and Sound of Metal, among many others.

This year's Oscars ceremony will be a little different than the virtual award shows people have been seeing since the start of the pandemic.

the Associated Press reported. Their board of directors also includes businesswoman, domestic diva TV guru and thirst-trap queen Martha Stewart.However, the 36-year-old scribe drew online scorn after condemning corporations that criticized GOP measures to change voting laws.

Oscars 2021, as an unprecedented number of performers of color are nominated for amazing work in all four top acting categories.The late Chadwick Boseman is up for Best Actor with his final role as hot-headed musician Levee in Netflix’s “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom,” which also scored his leading lady, Viola Davis, a nomination for Best Actress.

“Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom.” (She had Chadwick Boseman’s natty three-piece suit made, too.)Yet Roth — who is nominated for a Best Costume Design Oscar for the film — had to clothe more than 100 extras and supporting players in authentic 1920s garb.