The anticipation is building as Hollywood’s biggest night approaches—the 97th Academy Awards, set to take place tomorrow in Los Angeles. While we already know the nominees vying for the prestigious Oscar statuette, there’s another aspect of the star-studded event that always captures our attention: the presenters.
In a true Oscars tradition, many of last year’s acting category winners are slated to grace the stage once again to honor the next wave of cinematic excellence. According to the Academy Awards, familiar faces like Emma Stone from “Poor Things,” Da’Vine Joy Randolph from “The Holdovers,” Robert Downey Jr. from “Oppenheimer,” and Cillian Murphy, also from “Oppenheimer,” will be returning to the Dolby Theatre to present at this year’s ceremony.
A Star-Studded Lineup of Presenters
But the lineup of presenters doesn’t stop there. Alongside the 2024 winners, we can expect to see a constellation of Oscar winners and nominees from previous years making a comeback to the Oscars stage. The list includes iconic names like Harrison Ford, Penélope Cruz, Whoopi Goldberg, John Lithgow, Goldie Hawn, Ana de Armas, Scarlett Johansson, Andrew Garfield, Sterling K. Brown, Samuel L. Jackson, Oprah Winfrey, and Halle Berry—the trailblazing actress who made history in 2002 as the first Black woman to win the Oscar for Best Actress in a Leading Role.
The diversity and talent among the presenters promise to add an extra layer of excitement and glamour to the event, showcasing the rich tapestry of the film industry and its enduring legacy. As these luminaries take the stage to introduce the next segment of the awards show, viewers can expect a mix of nostalgia, reverence, and celebration for the art of storytelling on the silver screen.
New Faces Joining the Prestigious Roster
In a nod to the current crop of talent making waves in Hollywood, this year’s presenters will also include performers from the nominated films of 2024. Joining the illustrious lineup are Selena Gomez from “Emilia Pérez,” Lily-Rose Depp from “Nosferatu,” Elle Fanning from “A Complete Unknown,” Bowen Yang from “Wicked,” Margaret Qualley from “The Substance,” Zoe Saldaña from “Emilia Pérez,” and Joe Alwyn from “The Brutalist.”
These rising stars represent the future of cinema, bringing fresh perspectives and energy to the Oscars stage while paying homage to the rich tradition of the industry. Their presence underscores the dynamic nature of storytelling in film and the evolving landscape of talent that continues to push boundaries and captivate audiences around the world.
So mark your calendars and tune in to the live broadcast of the 97th Academy Awards on Sunday, March 2nd, at 7 P.M. ET/4 P.M. PT, airing on ABC and Hulu. As we await the unveiling of this year’s winners and witness the magic of Hollywood’s finest talents coming together, let’s celebrate the art of filmmaking and the enduring legacy of the Oscars as a beacon of excellence in the world of entertainment.
