Showing posts with label Academy. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Academy. Show all posts

Monday, February 25, 2019

91st Academy Awards No Host, No Problem ... Presenters & Nominees Mingle Behind the Scenes

There’s no host at this year’s Oscars ceremony, but everything looks to be going off without a hitch as the presenters gave hugs and kisses to the nominees behind the scenes. 
Tons of A-listers were congratulating each other Sunday as nominees accepted their statuettes, including ...
91st Academy Awards No Host, No Problem ... Presenters & Nominees Mingle Behind the Scenes

Monday, April 4, 2016

Academy of Country Music Awards 2016: List of Winners!

Jason Aldean may have won the single most prestigious honor, but Chris Stapleton was the biggest winner on country music’s big stage.



Stapleton, the genre’s Cinderella story of the decade, took home four trophies from the 51st annual Academy of Country Music Awards.


That would be double the amount won by anyone else if you’re keeping score, and continues an impressive win streak for the “Traveler.”


The hirsute singer-songwriter had previously nabbed three CMA and two Grammys, proving that this very, very far from a fluke.


Miranda Lambert was one of the ACMs’ double victors Sunday, winning Female Vocalist of the Year (for the seventh straight year).


She also won Vocal Event of the Year for her “Smokin’ and Drinkin"” collaboration with Vocal Group of the Year winners Little Big Town.


Jason Aldean was named Entertainer of the Year, considered the top honor at the event. See the list of ACM Awards winners below!


Entertainer of the Year: Jason Aldean


Male Vocalist of the Year: Chris Stapleton


Female Vocalist of the Year: Miranda Lambert


Vocal Duo of the Year: Florida Georgia Line


Vocal Group of the Year: Little Big Town


New Male Vocalist of the Year: Chris Stapleton


New Female Vocalist of the Year: Kelsea Ballerini


New Vocal Duo or Group of the Year: Old Dominion


Album of the Year: Chris Stapleton


Song of the Year: “Nobody to Blame” by Chris Stapleton


Single Record of the Year: “Die a Happy Man” by Thomas Rhett


Video of the Year: ”Mr. Misunderstood” by Eric Church


Vocal Event of the Year: “Smokin’ and Drinkin"” by Miranda Lambert ft. Little Big Town

Wednesday, March 2, 2016

Leonardo DiCaprio Dissed Lady Gaga, Flipped Off Academy Members at the Oscars?

Unless you turned off the Oscars after Stacey Dash’s awkward cameo and spent the days since in a semi-comatose state of stunned disbelief, then you know that one of Hollywood’s most beloved talents finally got recognized by the Academy on Sunday night.  


Yes, Chris Jenkins finally took home the top prize for his many years of outstanding sound editing.



We kid! The big buzz of the night (and the months leading up to the awards) was Leonardo DiCaprio’s all-but-guaranteed win for his work as Grunty McBeardo in The Revenant.


But just because Leo took center stage for the night (He even stole the spotlight from Spotlight! We’re very sorry for that joke.), that doesn’t mean he was in a forgiving mood.


You may remember that DiCaprio and Lady Gaga butted heads (literally, her butt almost hit his head) at the Golden Globes back in January.


Now, Radar Online is reporting that Gaga tried to make nice at an Oscars after-party, but “Leo was not having any of it.”


According to the insider, once you piss off DiCaprio, it’s hard to come back-rio (sorry again!):


“Gaga has been shut out of several big projects this month, and she believes that Leo is the reason why,” says the source. 


“She said that he is sabotaging her chances at a real career in acting and she is freaking out!”


But Gaga wasn’t the only one who found herself an unexpected target of Oscar-Winner Leonardo DiCaprio’s wrath:




Leonardo DiCaprio Middle Finger



The above photo of DiCaprio appearing to flip a subtle bird to the Academy has been making the rounds online, and many feel the finger placement was no accident.


After-party attendees say the 41-year-old was also spotted “howling like a wolf” in celebration and his group of assembled bros (formerly known as “the P-ssy Posse”) chanted “wolf pack” in response.


It seems like Leo may have decided to let his douche flag fly now that he’s finally won Hollywood’s top prize, and as long as he keeps being this entertaining about it, that’s fine by us.


Monday, February 29, 2016

Academy Awards 2016: List of Winners!

The 88th Annual Academy Awards are in the books, as all of Hollywood gathered to celebrate the best movies and talent of the year.



And laugh at some Chris Rock monologue jokes that went after #OscarsSoWhite with no holds barred or punches pulled. At all.


And admire the feast for the eyes that was the Oscars red carpet fashion frenzy, which could produce an awards ceremony in itself.


But there were movies, writers, actresses and actors to be recognized as well. Check out the complete list of nominees and winners!


Best Picture


Spotlight


Actor in a Leading Role


Leonardo DiCaprio, The Revenant


Actress in a Leading Role


Brie Larson, Room


Directing


The Revenant


Music (Original Song)


“Writing’s on the Wall,” Spectre


Music (Original Score)


The Hateful Eight


Foreign Language Film


Son of Saul



Short Film (Live Action)


Stutterer


Documentary (Feature)


Amy


Documentary (Short Subject)


A Girl in the River: The Price of Forgiveness


Actor in a Supporting Role


Mark Rylance, Bridge of Spies


Animated Feature Film


Inside Out


Sound Mixing


Mad Max: Fury Road


Sound Editing


Mad Max: Fury Road



Film Editing


Mad Max: Fury Road


Cinematography


The Revenant


Makeup and Hairstyling


Mad Max: Fury Road


Production Design


Mad Max: Fury Road


Costume Design


Mad Max: Fury Road


Actress in a Supporting Role


Alicia Vikander, The Danish Girl


Writing (Adapted Screenplay)


The Big Short


Writing (Original Screenplay)


Spotlight


Lady Gaga Makes Everyone Cry at the Academy Awards

The Year of Lady Gaga continued at the 88th annual Academy Awards on Sunday night.


Coming off an incredible Star-Spangled Banner performance at the Super Bowl, which preceded a memorable tribute to David Bowie at the Grammys, the artist took to the stage at the Oscars to sing "Til It Happens to You."


The track is from The Hunting Ground and it may have failed to win Best Song at the ceremony, but it succeeded in sending a powerful message.


First, Gaga was introduced by Vice President Joe Biden, who said the following to those in attendance and those watching at home:


“Tonight, I’m asking you to join millions of Americans including me, President Obama, the thousands of students I’ve met on college campuses and the artists here tonight to take the pledge.


"The pledge says I will intervene in situations where consent has not or can not be given. Let’s change the culture, we must and we can change the culture."


Gaga then performed the moving ballad while dressed in all white and sitting at a piano, often growing emotional while belting out lyrics about how no one understands sexual assault… until it happens to you.


She is sadly one of several celebrities who has been raped.


Toward to the end of this rendition, Gaga was joined on stage by other women who have suffered through this horrible ordeal, as they surrounded the singer and had message scrawled on their arms such as "Survivor" and "It"s Not Your Fault."


The women raised their hands as one when the performance ended, leading to a standing ovation and many people crying in the audience.


Watch for yourself:


Lady gaga makes everyone cry at the academy awards

Sunday, February 28, 2016

Margot Robbie at the 88th Academy Awards


Margot Robbie at the 88th Academy Awards

Olivia Wilde at the 88th Annual Academy Awards


Olivia Wilde at the 88th Annual Academy Awards

Heidi Klum at the 88th Annual Academy Awards


Heidi Klum at the 88th Annual Academy Awards

Heidi Klum at the 88th Annual Academy Awards


Heidi Klum at the 88th Annual Academy Awards

Priyanka Chopra at the 88th Annual Academy Awards


Priyanka Chopra at the 88th Annual Academy Awards

John Legend and Chrissy Teigen at the 88th Annual Academy Awards


John Legend and Chrissy Teigen at the 88th Annual Academy Awards

Jacob Tremblay at the 88th Annual Academy Awards


Jacob Tremblay at the 88th Annual Academy Awards

Mindy Kaling at the 88th Annual Academy Awards


Mindy Kaling at the 88th Annual Academy Awards

2016 Academy Awards Red Carpet: A Feast For The Eyes


It"s the grand finale to Awards Season 2016, and what a delight the red carpet was tonight in Hollywood.


Nominees who passed for Disney characters!  Gowns that resembled loofahs! That bear that nearly ate Leo!


Let"s thumb through some of tonight"s looks, shall we?  Those most pleasing to the eye, and those who – according to one tweet – look as though their owners "went HAM at Michael"s."




1. Jennifer Garner: 2016 Academy Awards


Jennifer garner 2016 academy awards

Presenter Jennifer Garner (in Versace) at the 88th Annual Academy Awards at Hollywood & Highland Center on February 28, 2016 in Hollywood, California.



2. Leonardo DiCaprio: 2016 Academy Awards


Leonardo dicaprio full body photo at the 2106 oscars

If Best Actor nominee (as of press time, the award has not yet been handed out) does not win, then…someone must change his name to Susan Lucci.



3. Cate Blanchett: 2016 Academy Awards


Cate blanchett at the 2016 oscars

Best Actress nominee Cate Blanchett slayed in a feathered Armani gown with Tiffany & Co. jewels at the 88th Annual Academy Awards on February 28th. However, a few viewers thought Blanchett looked like she “went HAM at Michael’s.” Rude.



4. Tina Fey: 2016 Academy Awards


Tina fey at 2016 oscars

For the 88th Annual Academy Awards, presenter Tina Fey wore an Atelier Versace gown with a Bulgari sapphire and diamond necklace that belongs on the neck of the Duchess of Cambridge.



5. Kerry Washington: 2016 Academy Awards


Kerry washington at the 2016 oscars

Presenter Kerry Washington wore Atelier Versace to the 88th Annual Academy Awards at Hollywood & Highland Center on February 28, 2016 in Hollywood, California.



6. Reese Witherspoon: 2016 Academy Awards


Reese witherspoon at the 2016 oscars

Reese Witherspoon wore Oscar de al Renta with Tiffany & Co. jewelry to the 88th Annual Academy Awards at Hollywood & Highland Center on February 28, 2016 in Hollywood, California.


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2016 Academy Awards Red Carpet: A Feast For The Eyes


It"s the grand finale to Awards Season 2016, and what a delight the red carpet was tonight in Hollywood.


Nominees who passed for Disney characters!  Gowns that resembled loofahs! That bear that nearly ate Leo!


Let"s thumb through some of tonight"s looks, shall we?  Those most pleasing to the eye, and those who – according to one tweet – look as though their owners "went HAM at Michael"s."




1. Alicia Vikander: 2016 Academy Awards


Alicia vikander at the academy awards

Best Supporting Actress winner Alicia Vikander looked glorious in Louis Vuitton (her go-to designer for award season 2016). So glorious that she drew comparisons to Belle in ‘Beauty and the Beast.’



2. Leonardo DiCaprio: 2016 Academy Awards


Leonardo dicaprio full body photo at the 2106 oscars

If Best Actor nominee (as of press time, the award has not yet been handed out) does not win, then…someone must change his name to Susan Lucci.



3. Cate Blanchett: 2016 Academy Awards


Cate blanchett at the 2016 oscars

Best Actress nominee Cate Blanchett slayed in a feathered Armani gown with Tiffany & Co. jewels at the 88th Annual Academy Awards on February 28th. However, a few viewers thought Blanchett looked like she “went HAM at Michael’s.” Rude.



4. Tina Fey: 2016 Academy Awards


Tina fey at 2016 oscars

For the 88th Annual Academy Awards, presenter Tina Fey wore an Atelier Versace gown with a Bulgari sapphire and diamond necklace that belongs on the neck of the Duchess of Cambridge.



5. Kerry Washington: 2016 Academy Awards


Kerry washington at the 2016 oscars

Presenter Kerry Washington wore Atelier Versace to the 88th Annual Academy Awards at Hollywood & Highland Center on February 28, 2016 in Hollywood, California.



6. Reese Witherspoon: 2016 Academy Awards


Reese witherspoon at the 2016 oscars

Reese Witherspoon wore Oscar de al Renta with Tiffany & Co. jewelry to the 88th Annual Academy Awards at Hollywood & Highland Center on February 28, 2016 in Hollywood, California.


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Kerry Washington at the 88th Annual Academy Awards


Kerry Washington at the 88th Annual Academy Awards

Lady Gaga and Taylor Kinney at the 88th Annual Academy Awards


Lady Gaga and Taylor Kinney at the 88th Annual Academy Awards

Jennifer Lawrence at the 88th Annual Academy Awards


Jennifer Lawrence at the 88th Annual Academy Awards

Chadwick Boseman at the 88th Annual Academy Awards


Chadwick Boseman at the 88th Annual Academy Awards

Jennifer Lawrence at the 88th Annual Academy Awards


Jennifer Lawrence at the 88th Annual Academy Awards