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Oscars Postmortem: ABC Unscripted Chief On Will Smith Slap & Pre-Taped Categories Controversies, Beyoncé, ‘Bruno’, Having Hosts Again & More
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The Oscars has people talking in a way the ceremony has not been able to in years. Unfortunately, it is not so much about the moving acceptance speeches or elaborate production numbers but an ugly incident, in which Oscar nominee (and eventual winner) Will Smith slapped presented Chris Rock after the latter had directed a not very tasteful joke at Smith’s wife, Jada Pinkett Smith.
In an interview with Deadline, Rob Mills EVP, Unscripted and Alternative Entertainment, Walt Disney Television, discussed the incident, giving Deadline a behind-the-scenes look at the bombshell incident and its aftermath from his vintage point, overseeing the live ceremony from the control truck.
Mills also spoke of the other controversy, the decision to pre-tape eight below-the-line categories and use edited down versions in the telecast, gave his assessment of the show, the hosts and that PCR skit as well as getting Megan Thee Stallion to perform in “We Don’t Talk About Bruno” and West Side Story‘s Rachel Zegler to present after she told a fan a week prior that she had not been invited to the Oscars.
The executive also revealed whether Beyoncé’s rousing opening number was live or pre-recorded and whether the 007 tribute was supposed to include former Bonds. He also addressed speculation whether Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky had been invited, something Oscar winner Sean Penn had lobbied for, as well as the choice of Toto’s ‘Africa’ as a walk-on song for Black presenters HER and Daniel Kaluuya, which drew social media backlash. Mills also shared his hopes to have a host again next year, leaving the memory of host-less Oscars behind.
DEADLINE: What was the reaction inside the truck when that slap happened?
MILLS: It went from obviously
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Rob Lowe-Snow White production number. The Academy infuriated rank-and-file members by pre-taping eight below-the-line awards to trim the ceremony (which still managed to run 20 minutes longer than last year).
Grammys 2022 moments including Will Smith reference and ill-timed bathroom break
The Grammy Awards 2022 saw stars from the music industry gather at MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on Sunday 3 April. Lady Gaga, Justin and Hailey Bieber and Billie Eilish wowed on the red carpet as they marked the biggest night in the music calendar. The 64th Grammy Awards had many memorable moments with Good For You hitmaker Olivia Rodrigio scooping three awards for Best New Artist, Best Pop Solo Performance for Drivers License and Best Pop Vocal Album for Sour.
The Wanted's Tom Parker remembered at the Grammys after tragic death aged just 33
Tom Parker was remembered in The Grammys In Memoriam segment. The Wanted singer tragically passed away at the age of 33 after a battle with a brain tumour, and he was one of the stars remembered in a segment during the annual music awards ceremony in Las Vegas tonight.
Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky Addresses 2022 GRAMMYs in Pre-Taped Statement
shown their support for Ukraine via fashion statements and ribbons emblazoned with messages in support of refugees. During Sunday's GRAMMY Awards, the country's president, Volodymyr Zelensky, sent his thanks and pleas for more support as the country continues to battle the ongoing Russian invasion.Zelensky, who was a comedian and actor himself before winning the presidency in 2019, appeared via a pre-taped message during the ceremony, introducing a performance by John Legend by imploring viewers to fill the silence of war with music and speak out about the ongoing conflict.«The war doesn't let us choose who survives and who stays in eternal silence,» Zelensky said, in English. «Our musicians wear body armor instead of tuxedos. They sing to the wounded in hospitals.
Billie Eilish, Radiohead, The Weeknd and more for Global Citizen Ukraine refugee rally
Billie Eilish, Radiohead and The Weeknd will all participate in a social media rally next weekend in a bid to urge governments and institutions to support humanitarian efforts in Ukraine and beyond.The ‘Stand Up For Ukraine’ rally has been organised by Global Citizen and is due to take place on April 8.It comes ahead of a pledging summit organised by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and European Commission President Ursula von Der Leyen which will be held the following day (April 9).As Global Citizen outlined in a recent article, the upcoming event “aims to mobilise significant funding to help vulnerable civilians impacted by the conflict and to support refugees everywhere”.Funds will also be directed to aiding those in other conflict zones, including Yemen, South Sudan and Afghanistan.“On April 8, the biggest online event Social Media Rally will support people who were forced to flee Ukraine,” Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky said in a statement.“I’m inviting everybody: musicians, actors, athletes, businessmen, politicians, everybody.
Oscars Hold Moment Of Silence To Show Support For Ukraine
The Oscar telecast included a moment of silence to show support for Ukraine, while making an appeal for donations.
A moment of silence, and a plea, for Ukraine at Oscars
Academy Awards fading to black about midway through Sunday’s show from Los Angeles, with a plea for anyone watching to do whatever possible to send help to those in the war-torn nation.“Recent global events have left many of us feeling gutted,” Kunis said as she took the stage, part of her remarks to introduce Reba McIntyre’s performance of the Oscar-nominated song “Somehow You Do” from “Four Good Days.”“Yet when you witness the strength and dignity of those facing such devastation, it’s impossible to not be moved by their resilience,” Kunis continued. “One cannot help but be in awe of those who find strength to keep fighting through unimaginable darkness.”That’s when McIntyre took the stage, dressed in a black gown, for her performance.The balance between celebrating art while Russia’s invasion of Ukraine rages on has been a delicate one for the Oscars.
Oscars Host Amy Schumer 'Did Her Darndest' to Get President Zelenskyy to Appear (Exclusive)
94th Academy Awards will have three, Regina Hall, Wanda Sykes and Amy Schumer. Ahead of Sunday’s event honoring the past year’s best in film, the latter made headlines when she revealed that she wanted Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to make a virtual appearance amid Russia’s ongoing invasion of his country. “I actually pitched, I wanted to find a way to have Zelenskyy satellite in or make a tape or something just because there are so many eyes on the Oscars,” Schumer said while on.
How Jamie Lee Curtis, Jason Momoa and More Stars Supported Ukraine at the 2022 Oscars
2022 Academy Awards on Sunday. Jamie Lee Curtis and others walked the red carpet wearing a blue ribbon that says «with refugees» in the wake of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.When ET's Nischelle Turner and Kevin Frazier spoke to Curtis on the red carpet, she explained why the cause is one she cares about greatly.«I just want to represent the refugee crisis, let people wake up and realize that this is a humanitarian crisis,» Curtis told ET. «The refugee crisis is very real.
Oscars Telecast Will Acknowledge the ‘People of Ukraine,’ Says Show Producer Will Packer
Adam B. Vary Senior Entertainment WriterThe Academy Award telecast will acknowledge “the people of Ukraine,” producer Will Packer told Variety on the Oscars red carpet on Sunday.Packer was answering a question about whether Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy will appear on the show, something co-host Amy Schumer said she’d advocated to happen.
Oscars 2022 - live: Sean Penn calls for boycott if Zelensky not asked to speak at Sunday’s awards show
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Oscars 2022: Sean Penn calls for boycott and promises to ‘smelt’ his awards if Zelensky not allowed to speak
Sean Penn has vowed to “smelt” his Oscar if it turns out the Academy chose not to include Volodymyr Zelensky in the 2022 Oscars. Last week, Oscars host Amy Schumer claimed that her request to have the Ukrainian president address the star-studded gathering was rejected.
Sean Penn will “smelt” his Oscars in public if Ukrainian president not invited to awards
Oscars in public if Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky is not invited to tonight’s (March 27) 2022 Academy Awards.Last week, Amy Schumer claimed that Oscars producers turned down her idea for the president to appear via video link at the ceremony.The comedian is set to host the ceremony alongside Wanda Sykes and Regina Hall, and noted how there are “so many eyes on the Oscars” that it would be an opportunity to highlight the Russian-Ukrainian war.“I actually pitched, I wanted to find a way to have Zelensky satellite in or make a tape or something just because there are so many eyes on the Oscars,” she said (via Yahoo). “I am not afraid to go there, but it’s not me producing the Oscars.”In response, Penn – who is currently in Ukraine shooting a documentary on the Russian invasion – said that if Zelensky does not appear, actors should boycott the ceremony.“If it turns out to be what is happening, I would encourage everyone involved, though it may be their moment, and I understand that, to celebrate their films, it is so much more importantly their moment to shine, and to protest and to boycott that Academy Awards.
Actor Sean Penn Threatens To Smelt His Oscars In Public If Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky Is Not Invited To Speak At The Academy Awards
Sean Penn gives the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences an ultimatum regarding Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky ahead of the Oscars tomorrow. Penn, who took home the awards for Best Actor for the films Mystic River and Milk, told Acosta that the Oscars must have Zelensky on the program — otherwise, viewers and guests should boycott the ceremony.
Sean Penn calls for Oscars boycott if Ukraine’s Zelensky isn’t given chance to speak
said in an appearance on CNN Saturday afternoon.Penn, 61, has won two Oscars and vowed to “smelt mine in public” if Zelensky is snubbed by the Academy.The Ukrainian leader has been in talks with the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences to make a video appearance during Sunday’s broadcast of the Oscars ceremony. Penn met with Zelensky while in Ukraine in February, when he was filming a documentary about the nation’s tensions and now war with Russia.
Sean Penn Says Oscars Should Be Cancelled If They Don’t Include Ukranian President Zelenskyy
Though some in the entertainment world may feel that politics don’t belong on the silver screen (or in its cultural vicinity), Sean Penn, 61, couldn’t disagree more. In a new interview with CNN’s Jeff Acosta, Sean tuned in from on the ground in Ukraine and discussed his thoughts about a rumored video appearance by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, sharing: “There is nothing greater that the Academy Awards could do than give him the opportunity to talk to us.”
Bill Maher Gears Up For Oscars Weekend With A Few ‘Real Time’ Zings At Hollywood
Bill Maher has Oscar fever, as he admitted at the top of his HBO Real Time on Friday. The malady always makes him think of his mortage. That’s because “it seems to last 30 years and I have a very low interest rate.”
‘Now, what to wear...’ Rachel Zegler ‘grateful’ after finally receiving Oscars invite
Rachel Zegler has confirmed that she will be attending this year’s Oscars ceremony after all. Last week, the West Side Story star stunned her fans after revealing that she had not been invited to the ceremony, which takes place this Sunday (27 March). The news sparked a backlash, with critics asking why the lead star of one of 2022’s most-nominated films was not attending.
Rachel Zegler ‘invited to present at Oscars’ following fan outcry
Rachel Zegler has been invited to present at the Oscars amid fan outrage the West Side Storystar hadn’t been asked to attend the ceremony. Earlier this week, the twenty-year-old debutante said she would not be attending this year’s Academy Awards as she hadn’t been invited.