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Oscars to stream exclusively on YouTube starting in 2029
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The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced that the Academy Awards will exclusively livestream for free on YouTube beginning in 2029, ending a long-standing partnership with ABC. The multiyear deal covers 2029 through 2033 and includes additional Academy programming and digitized content. This shift aims to expand global access to the iconic awards show.
The Academy announced the five nominees for Best Original Song at the 2026 Oscars on January 22, following the December shortlist of 15 tracks. Highlights include Diane Warren's 'Dear Me' sung by Kesha and the chart-topping 'Golden' from Netflix's KPop Demon Hunters, with the ceremony set for March 15 at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.
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Ryan Coogler's 'Sinners' dominated the 98th Academy Award nominations announced on January 22, 2026, securing a record-breaking 16 nods and surpassing the previous high of 14 shared by 'All About Eve,' 'Titanic,' and 'La La Land.' Paul Thomas Anderson's 'One Battle After Another' followed with 13 nominations, while Timothée Chalamet became the youngest man to earn three Best Actor nods for 'Marty Supreme.'
As part of the Academy's December 16 shortlists across 12 categories for the 98th Oscars, the music branch has unveiled 15 songs eligible for Best Original Song. Highlights include tracks from Sinners and Wicked: For Good, plus contributions from Miley Cyrus, Ed Sheeran, and others. Five nominees will be selected by branch vote.
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At Italy's Torino Film Festival, James Franco received the Stella della Mole award and discussed his Oscar-nominated performance in Danny Boyle's '127 Hours.' The actor shared insights into the film's challenging production and his personal obsession with cinema. Franco highlighted how the project was initially doubted by many but became a dynamic biographical drama.
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced the documentaries, international features, and animated movies eligible for the 2026 Oscars. This list highlights films that meet the organization's criteria for consideration in these categories. The reveal comes ahead of the awards ceremony scheduled for 2026.
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British actress Pauline Collins, best known for her Oscar-nominated role in 'Shirley Valentine,' has died at the age of 85. She passed away peacefully on November 6, 2025, in a London care home surrounded by family, after several years with Parkinson's disease. Collins' career spanned stage, screen, and television, earning her widespread acclaim.