The Oscars included a somber elegy for Gene Hackman and a joyful tribute to Quincy Jones. Morgan Freeman paid tribute to his “Unforgiven” co-star Hackman, calling him a “giant” and “dear friend."

The Academy Awards' choreographer Mandy Moore had a real challenge for the 2025 Oscars. The original song nominees would not perform.

Oprah Winfrey and Whoopi Goldberg honored the late Quincy Jones at Los Angeles' Dolby Theater, celebrating his legacy in music and film.

Queen Latifah will pay tribute to the late Quincy Jones at the 2025 Oscars ceremony, which will be hosted by Conan O'Brien.

As previously announced, Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo will perform a “Wicked” medley to begin the Oscars ceremony. Blackpink’s Lisa, currently appearing on this season of “The White Lotus,” will also perform, as well as Doja Cat and Raye.

A tribute to Quincy Jones at the 2025 Oscars featured Whoopi Goldberg, Oprah Winfrey, and a Queen Latifah performance of "Ease on Down the Road."

The 97th Academy Awards are kicking off at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. “Emilia Pérez” leads the pack Sunday with 13 Oscar nominations, but “Wicked” and “The Brutalist” are

Freeman Praises Gene Hackman, Goldberg and Winfrey Give Love to Quincy Jones in Oscars Tributes LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Oscars brought a somber elegy for Gene Hackman and a joyful tribute to ...

Later in the evening, Whoopi Goldberg and Oprah introduced a joyful tribute to the late producer Quincy Jones, featuring 32 dancers, the Los Angeles Master Chorale, and Queen Latifah doing “Ease ...

Queen Latifah is set to grace the stage at the 2025 Academy Awards. The acclaimed actress and musician has been named to perform a tribute to the late Quincy Jones at the annual event. The news was shared by executive producer Raj Kapoor during a press conference with the creative team, according to Variety.

LOS ANGELES — The Oscars brought a somber elegy for Gene Hackman and a joyful tribute to Quincy Jones on Sunday night. In a late addition to the ceremony, Morgan Freeman praised the two-time ...