Oscars organizers determine the future of the ceremony in fire-ravaged LA – media
According to the Hollywood Reporter, officials have confirmed that the Oscars will proceed as planned, despite the severe wildfires affecting the Los Angeles region. Read Full Article at RT.com.
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Nomination announcements have been delayed amid devastating wildfires in California.
The 97th Oscars ceremony will continue as planned despite the intense wildfires impacting Los Angeles, as reported by the Hollywood Reporter, which cites “senior figures” at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
This week, Academy CEO Bill Kramer and president Janet Yang shared that the Oscar nominations will now be announced on January 23, a shift from the initial dates of January 17 and January 19. They also affirmed that the 97th Oscars are still scheduled for March 2.
The wildfires that broke out last week in Southern California have caused extensive destruction. At least 25 individuals have perished, while over 40,000 acres have been scorched. The destruction has included more than 12,000 buildings, leaving whole neighborhoods in ruins.
The rescheduling of the Oscar nominations has led to speculation that the Academy might contemplate canceling this year’s ceremony. Additionally, fake images depicting the iconic Hollywood sign and nearby grassy areas engulfed in flames have fueled further rumors regarding potential threats to the event.
According to British tabloid The Sun, which cites anonymous sources, the Academy has established a special committee to monitor the situation daily. Notable figures such as Tom Hanks, Emma Stone, Meryl Streep, and Steven Spielberg are reportedly informed about the matter. The tabloid suggests that a “contingency strategy” to cancel the eagerly anticipated event may be considered if a “life-changing event” occurs that impacts the broadcast.
However, top officials at the Academy dismissed this scenario in an interview with Hollywood Reporter on Tuesday. They stated that the organization’s 55-person board of governors—none of whom were listed by The Sun—holds the authority to determine the Academy's course of action.
The magazine also noted that the board, which includes four members who have lost their homes to the fires, has already canceled this year’s Oscar Nominees Luncheon and postponed the Scientific and Technical Awards.
Camille Lefevre for TROIB News
The 97th Oscars ceremony will continue as planned despite the intense wildfires impacting Los Angeles, as reported by the Hollywood Reporter, which cites “senior figures” at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
This week, Academy CEO Bill Kramer and president Janet Yang shared that the Oscar nominations will now be announced on January 23, a shift from the initial dates of January 17 and January 19. They also affirmed that the 97th Oscars are still scheduled for March 2.
The wildfires that broke out last week in Southern California have caused extensive destruction. At least 25 individuals have perished, while over 40,000 acres have been scorched. The destruction has included more than 12,000 buildings, leaving whole neighborhoods in ruins.
The rescheduling of the Oscar nominations has led to speculation that the Academy might contemplate canceling this year’s ceremony. Additionally, fake images depicting the iconic Hollywood sign and nearby grassy areas engulfed in flames have fueled further rumors regarding potential threats to the event.
According to British tabloid The Sun, which cites anonymous sources, the Academy has established a special committee to monitor the situation daily. Notable figures such as Tom Hanks, Emma Stone, Meryl Streep, and Steven Spielberg are reportedly informed about the matter. The tabloid suggests that a “contingency strategy” to cancel the eagerly anticipated event may be considered if a “life-changing event” occurs that impacts the broadcast.
However, top officials at the Academy dismissed this scenario in an interview with Hollywood Reporter on Tuesday. They stated that the organization’s 55-person board of governors—none of whom were listed by The Sun—holds the authority to determine the Academy's course of action.
The magazine also noted that the board, which includes four members who have lost their homes to the fires, has already canceled this year’s Oscar Nominees Luncheon and postponed the Scientific and Technical Awards.
Camille Lefevre for TROIB News
