Oscars 2025: Live Updates, Nominees, and Performers for the 97th Academy Awards

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The 97th Academy Awards are just around the corner, and the excitement is building up. This year's ceremony will be hosted by US comedian Conan O'Brien, who will be presenting the awards from Los Angeles. The show will start at 16:00 (PT), 19:00 (ET), and midnight (GMT). The Spanish-language musical Emilia Pérez leads the way with 13 nominations, but its awards chances were damaged after offensive historic tweets from its star resurfaced. Other top contenders include Wicked, The Brutalist, Conclave, and Anora, with the race for best picture being too close to call.

The ceremony will feature a range of performances, including a medley of songs from Wicked by Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande. Other performers include Doja Cat, Lisa from Blackpink, Queen Latifah, and Raye. The Academy Awards will also honor frontline responders and promote relief efforts for the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles. The film industry has been affected by the fires, with many professionals losing their homes and livelihoods. The ceremony will be a celebration of the year's best films, with a range of categories and nominees.

Some of the notable nominees include Adrien Brody, Timothée Chalamet, Colman Domingo, Ralph Fiennes, and Sebastian Stan for best actor, and Cynthia Erivo, Karla Sofía Gascón, Mikey Madison, Demi Moore, and Fernanda Torres for best actress. The awards season has been unpredictable, with many surprises and twists. The ceremony will be broadcast live on ABC and stream on Hulu, with international networks also showing the event. Here is a list of some of the nominees and performers:

• Best Picture: Emilia Pérez, The Brutalist, Wicked, Conclave, Anora
• Best Actor: Adrien Brody, Timothée Chalamet, Colman Domingo, Ralph Fiennes, Sebastian Stan
• Best Actress: Cynthia Erivo, Karla Sofía Gascón, Mikey Madison, Demi Moore, Fernanda Torres
• Performers: Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Doja Cat, Lisa from Blackpink, Queen Latifah, Raye

The 97th Academy Awards will be a night to remember, with a range of exciting performances, surprises, and celebrations of the year's best films. With the ceremony just around the corner, fans are eagerly awaiting the announcement of the winners. The event will be hosted by Conan O'Brien, who will bring his unique style and humor to the ceremony. The Academy Awards are a celebration of the entertainment industry, and this year's ceremony promises to be an unforgettable night.