Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo to Kick Off 2025 Oscars; More Stellar Performers Announced
The 97th Academy Awards are shaping up to be a dazzling event, with Wicked stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo set to open the show. The duo, currently nominated for Best Supporting Actress and Best Actress for their standout roles in a 2024 musical drama, will headline the opening act of the ceremony.
Star-Studded Performances
In addition to Grande and Erivo, the ceremony will feature a dynamic lineup of musical performances. Fans can look forward to live appearances by K-Pop sensation Lisa from Blackpink, pop icon Doja Cat, legendary Queen Latifah, and rising star Raye. Although rumors suggest that the opening performance might include a medley inspired by Wicked, details on the sets for Lisa, Doja Cat, Queen Latifah, and Raye remain under wraps.
Event Details
- Date & Venue: The Oscars will take place on March 2, 2025, at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, Los Angeles.
- Hosts: Conan O’Brien will host the event, with Nick Offerman serving as the announcer.
- Broadcast: The ceremony will air exclusively on ABC and stream live on Hulu.
Awards Buzz
Leading the pack with 13 nominations is the critically acclaimed musical crime drama Emilia Pérez, contending in major categories including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actress. Also in the running with 10 nominations each are Warner Bros.’ Wicked and A24’s The Brutalist. Other top contenders include Anora, A Complete Unknown, Conclave, Dune: Part Two, I’m Still Here, Nickel Boys, and The Substance.
Presenter Lineup
The show’s presenter roster is as impressive as its performer lineup. Returning from last year are winners such as Cillian Murphy (Oppenheimer), Emma Stone (Poor Things), Robert Downey Jr. (Oppenheimer), and Da’Vine Joy Randolph (The Holdovers). Joining them will be a host of renowned celebrities including:
- Halle Berry
- Sterling K. Brown
- Penélope Cruz
- Willem Dafoe
- Elle Fanning
- Whoopi Goldberg
- Selena Gomez
- Goldie Hawn
- Scarlett Johansson
- John Lithgow
- Connie Nielsen
- Amy Poehler
- June Squibb
- Ben Stiller
- Oprah Winfrey
- Joe Alwyn
- Ana de Armas
- Lily-Rose Depp
- Bowen Yang
Looking Ahead
With a mix of stellar performances, high-profile nominations, and an all-star presenter lineup, the 2025 Oscars promise to be one of the most exciting ceremonies yet. Stay tuned for more updates as we get closer to the big night at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood.
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