Danielle Brooks, Lewis Pullman to Announce 2026 Oscar Nominations
Hollywood is gearing up for an exciting morning as the nominations for the 2026 Oscars will be announced. Danielle Brooks, who recently earned an Oscar nomination for her role in “The Color Purple,” will join Lewis Pullman, known for his performance in “Top Gun: Maverick,” to reveal the nominees.
2026 Oscar Nominations Announcement Details
The nominations will be announced on Thursday at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time. The announcement will take place at the Academy’s headquarters in Beverly Hills, California. Viewers can catch the live feed through various platforms including ABC, Disney+, TikTok, and YouTube.
New Category Introduced for 2026 Oscars
- This year, the Academy will introduce a new category for casting directors.
- Up to two casting directors from each film will be eligible for a trophy.
- The last competitive category added was for animated films in 2001.
Oscars Ceremony Date and Broadcast Information
The Oscars ceremony is scheduled for March 15, 2026. This later date aims to avoid conflicts with live sporting events. ABC and Hulu will broadcast the event, ensuring wider accessibility.
Conan O’Brien Returns as Host
Conan O’Brien is set to return as the host for the ceremony. His performance during the 97th Oscars earned high ratings, drawing approximately 19.7 million viewers. This marked a slight increase from the previous year’s 19.5 million. However, viewership has been declining across award shows, with the Oscars peaking at 30 million viewers in 2019.
The Road Ahead for the Oscars
To maintain relevance in an evolving entertainment landscape, the Academy is making significant changes. Notably, the Oscars are scheduled to transition to YouTube in 2029, concluding a partnership with ABC that began in 1976. This shift highlights the Academy’s commitment to adapting to new viewing habits.
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