Oscars 2021 latest- Glenn Close, 74, TWERKS to Da Butt during live ceremony as fans crack up at ‘unimaginable’ dance


HOLLYWOOD’S biggest night of movie awards is finally here as stars prepare for a glitzy night.

The 93rd Academy Awards take place TONIGHT (Sunday, April 25, 2021) in a dazzling in person ceremony in Los Angeles – and here’s how you can watch them.

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Hollywood’s biggest stars will attend the 93rd Academy AwardsCredit: Rex

The ceremony will be televised live on ABC at 8pm Eastern standard time & 5pm Pacific standard time.

Viewers overseas can tune into the 93rd Academy Awards show on the Sky Cinema Oscars channel.

Their coverage starts at 12.30am on Monday 26 April.

The 2021 Oscars will be different from the rest, as the event will be held in a new venue and two-months delayed than usual due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Nominees for Best actor in a leading role include Steven Yeun (Minari), Anthony Hopkins (The Father), Gary Oldman (Mank) & the late Chadwick Boseman (Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom).

Riz Ahmed is also in the running for Best leading actor for his role in Sound of Metal, making him the first ever Muslim nominated for lead actor.

Female leads in the running for Best actress include Viola Davis (Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom), Andra Day (The United States V. Billie Holiday), Vanessa Kirby (Pieces of a woman), Frances McDormand (Nomadland) & Carey Mulligan (Promising young woman).

Actors & actresses in the running for the best supporting role include Daniel Kaluuya, Sacha Baron Cohen, Glenn close, Amanda Seyfried, Lakeith Stanfield & Maria Bakalova.

The awards ceremony is taking place in two locations- Union Station in downtown Los Angeles and the Oscars’ usual home of the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood.

There will be several performers at the award ceremony, including H.E.R.

Follow all the latest news and updates from the Oscars 2021 in our live blog…’

  • Best Actor 

    This year’s leading men included Riz Ahmed for Sound of Metal, Gary Oldman who starred in Mank, Steven Yeun for Minari and Anthony Hopkins for The Father. 

    Late actor Chadwick Boseman was favored to win the category however, months after his tragic death, he was beat out. 

    Anthony, 83, has been nominated SIX times and scored his second trophy tonight – although he was not present at the ceremony. 

    Fans were furious The Black Panther star lost out for his last role before his death as Levee in the film. 

  • Best Actress 

    The stacked category of amazing women included Viola Davis for Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, Andra Day for The United States vs. Billie Holiday and Vanessa Kirby for Pieces of a Woman.

    Carey Mulligan who starred in Promising Young Woman was a favorite to win, but it was Frances McDormand who nabbed the honor. 

    The FOUR time Oscar winner won for her role in Nomadland. 

    She has been nominated for the prestigious award SIX times – most recently in 2018 when she won for Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri. 

  • BEST PICTURE 

    The night’s biggest honor was between eight incredible films. 

    Judas and the Black Messiah, Mank, Minari, The Father, Promising Young Woman, Sound of Metal Nomadland and The Trial of the Chicago 7.

    Nomadland took home yet another trophy, with director Chloé Zhao and star Frances McDormand winning the honor. 

  • GLENN GOT BACK

    Fans completely LOST it as Glenn Close, 74, got up from her seat and TWERKED for the camera. 

    The movie legend showed off her rear as she shook and swiveled her butt as the entire venue cheered her on. 

    Wearing a floor-lengthy sparkling navy gown, Glenn showed age is just a number as she danced her way to an iconic Oscars moment. 

    She did the dance as part of Da Butt challenge. 

  • Best Original Score and Best Original Song

    Euphoria star Zendaya presented both musical categories and looked gorgeous in a lime-green cutout strapless dress. 

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    For best original score, Woul, Da 5 Bloods, Mank, News Of The World and Minari were nominated. 

    Soul scored for their score with Jon Batiste leading the way producing 16 original songs for the animation film. 

    When it came to Best Original Song, Fight For You from Judas and the Black Messiah beat out it’s competitors. 

  • PERRY EXCITING 

    Oscar winner Viola Davis presented Tyler Perry with tonight’s special Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award. 

    Viola noted how the entertainment mogul provided ALL of his staffers with the Covid vaccine as well as helping those facing hardships throughout this past year. 

    Tyler, 51, used his speech to spotlight the increase in hate that’s occurring throughout the country. 

    After he received a long standing ovation, he said on stage: “I refuse to hate anyone because they are Mexican, or white or black or LGBTQ. 

    “Or a police officer. Or someone who is Asian. We need to stand in the middle because that’s where change happens, that’s where healing happens. 

    “So anyone who wants to meet me in the middle to refuse hate, this one is for you!”

    Fans were thrilled with the “breath of fresh air” of positivity from Tyler’s words. 

  • Best Film Editing 

    Harrison Ford came out to present the award for those who put the hours and hours of film footage together. 

    This year’s movies that were recognized were The Father, Nomadland, Promising Young Woman, Sound of Metal and The Trial of the Chicago 7. 

    Sound Of Metal – starring Riz Ahmed – took home another trophy as editor Mikkel E.G. Nielsen took home the prize. 

  • Best Cinematography

    Halle Berry made a dazzling appearance at tonight’s awards show. 

    The Oscar winner – who scored the title for 2002’s Monster’s Ball – looked gorgeous in a strapless maroon dress. 

    Her gown had a plunging neckline which showed off her cleavage and toned arms. 

    The actress sported a new hairdo, as she had a super-short symmetrical bob with straight across bangs. 

    She presented the award to winner Erik Messerschmidt who did the camera work on Mank.

  • BRAD’S BACK 

    Brad Pitt stunned viewers and audience members alike as he took the stage to present the award for Best Supporting Actress. 

    The movie star looked dapper in a three-piece black and white tux. 

    His famous locks appeared longer than when he last appeared in the public eye as he even rocked a ponytail. 

    Before Brad, 57, even said a word, he received a standing ovation from his A-list peers. 

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    He went on to hand out the Best Supporting Actress trophy, which Minari star Yuh-Jung Youn took home.

    The adorable 73-year-old immediately began FLIRTING with Brad on stage, as she called him « extremely handsome. »

    « Where were you when we were filming in person? » she cheekily asked.

    She then went on to correct him for mispronouncing her name, but added that she has « already forgiven » the heartthrob.

    Fans loved the candid moment on Twitter, with some calling her an « absolute legend. »

  • Best Documentary Feature 

    The non-fiction filmed who were nominated this year include Collective, Crip Camp, The Mole Agent, My Octopus Teacher and Time. 

    Fan-favorite Netflix film My Octopus Teacher got the top honor. 

    The movie follows a filmmaker who forges an unusual friendship with an octopus living in the South African sea kelp. 

    After exploding with buzz on social media, the special movie became a hit for the streaming platform. 

  • Best Animated Feature 

    Just like many years in the past, Disney and Pixar took the trophy home for their hit film Soul. 

    The cartoon favorite starred Jamie Foxx, Tina Fey and Daveed Diggs. 

    Soul was up against fellow Disney movie Onward as well as Over The Moon, A Shaun The Sheep Movie: Farmageddon and Wolfwalkers. 

    Hollywood power duo Pete Docter and Kemp Powers accepted the Oscar. 

    The writers and directors have been behind some of Disney’s most popular modern movies, including Up, Inside Out and Monsters Inc. 

  • Best Live-Action Short Film 

    Though many movie-goers focus on feature-length films, short movies can be just as impactful, especially with this year’s nominees. 

    Feeling Through, The Letter Room, The Present, Two Distant Strangers and White Eye all snagged an Academy Awards nod. 

    Only one could come out on top, with Two Distant Strangers being deemed the winner. 

    Filmmakers Travon Free and Martin Desmond Roe accepted the award, as Travon took the mic to offer an emotional speech. 

    Before thanking his family, friends and team, Travon shined the spotlight on the country’s ongoing outrage over police brutality. 

    “Tonight, the police will kill three people. And tomorrow, the police will kill three people. Please, please don’t just stand by. Please speak up,” he said. 

  • Best Director 

    This year’s film had an immense emotional impact on audiences during a challenging year. 

    For best film direction, nominees included Lee Isaac Chung for Minari, Emerald Fennell who helmed Promising Young Woman, David Fincher’s Mank and Thomas Vinterberg’s Another Round. 

    However, it was Chloé Zhao’s standout, Nomadland – starring Frances McDormand – which took home the honor.  

    This year’s award ceremony marked the first nomination and win for the Chinese director. 

    Her historic wins marks only the SECOND time a woman has won the award for Best Directing.

  • Best Costume Design 

    Just like their glam squads, costumes are an integral part of getting actors ready to play the part. 

    For Best Costume Design, this years films that were recognized were: Emma, Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, Mank, Mulan and Pinocchio. 

    Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom took home another award as Ann Roth was crowned the winner. 

    The 89-year-old was not present to make a speech, but is no stranger to the awards show. 

    Ann makes history as the OLDEST woman to ever win an Oscar.

    She was previously nominated four times and won once in 1997 for The English Patient. 

  • Best Hair And Makeup

    Actor Don Cheadle came out to present the award that makes him – and every other person on camera – look the part. 

    This year’s nominees include Emma, Hillbilly Elegy, Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, Mank and Pinocchio. 

    Scoring yet another win tonight, Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom was given the trophy.

    Superstar trio Sergio-Lopez Rivera, Mia Neal and Jamika Wilson accepted the award. 

    Mia spoke about the historical significance of their big win as “powerful Black women.:

    With excitement, she said: “I am so excited as we break this glass ceiling for all of the others to follow. 

    “I know in the future we will have our Black Trans brothers and sisters, Asian sisters and so many more up here.

  • BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR 

    This year’s category for Best Supporting Actor was stacked with some of the world’s greatest talent. 

    Double nominee tonight Sacha Baron Cohen earned a nod for The Trial of the Chicago 7. 

    Other contenders included Leslie Odom Jr. for One Night in Miami… and Paul Raci in Sound of Metal.

    While Daniel Kaluuya was favored to win for his role in Judas and the Black Messiah.

    Get Out and Black Panther star Daniel took home the trophy and gave an emotional yet hilarious speech. 

    As he thanked God, his team and his family, he oddly mentioned that he is grateful that his “mom and dad had sex » – resulting in him « being alive » right now.

    The audience appeared confused – as there was an awkward silence before the actor resumed his winners speech. 

    While his mom and sister appeared mortified, burying their hands in their face.

  • BEST INTERNATIONAL FEATURE 

    Films from all over the world have touched members of the Academy. 

    While many deserved to be included, this year’s award could only honor a select few. 

    Another Round, Better Days, Collective, The Man Who Sold His Skin and Quo Vadis, Aida? were among the few nominees. 

    However, only one could come out on top and Another Round took home the trophy. 

  • BEST ADAPTED SCREENPLAY 

    In the second category of the evening, this year’s move moving writing pieces scored nods. 

    Nominees included Borat Subsequent Moviefilm, The Father, Nomadland, One Night in Miami… and The White Tiger.

    While many fans were hoping Borat might get some love, The Father came out on top. 

    Director and writer Florian Zeller accepted the award for his film starring Anthony Hopkins. 

  • BEST ORIGINAL SCREENPLAY 

    The very first category of the evening was presented by Regina King for Best Original Screenplay. 

    This year’s nominees included Judas and the Black Messiah, Minari, Promising Young Woman, Sound of Metal and The Trial of the Chicago 7. 

    Promising Young Woman’s writer and director Emerald Fennell scored the trophy for the Carey Mulligan-starring thriller flick. 

  • HAVE A NICE TRIP? 

    Academy Award winner Regina King made a dramatic entrance as she walked throughout Union Station – where some of the show is filmed along with taping at Hollywood’s Dolby Theatre. 

    As she made the long stride to the stage, she tripped in her high heels when walked up the steps. 

    “Ha, live TV,” she laughed after the brief blunder. 

    The first presenter of the evening looked stunning in a floor-length embellished grey gown. 

  • BLONDE BESTIES 

    Actress-turned-Instagram-star Reese Witherspoon gave fans another glimpse of her getting ready for the Oscars on her social media page. 

    The Little Fires Everywhere producer looked stunning in a red pleated dress that draped around her neck – complete with a little black Chanel belt. 

    She stood next to her close pal and frequent co-star, Laura Dern, as they headed to the venue. 

    Laura looked amazing in a black long-sleeved top that had a white feathered skirt flaring from the bottom. 

    Reese captioned the shot: “Congratulations to all of tonight’s #Oscars nominees! 

    “I’m so honored to be a part of this evening, celebrating the magic of movies and their ability to make us feel more connected to the world around us. What is your favorite movie of the year?”

  • ACADEMY QUEEN 

    Film icon Viola Davis, 55, teamed up with the company she’s a spokesperson for, Loreal, to get glam for the 93rd annual Academy Awards. 

    Before she slipped into her stunning white Alexander McQueen gown, the actress shared a quick glimpse of her makeup look. 

    Red lipstick, volume mascara, foundation, concealer, skin serum and other beauty products sat on a table hours before the show. 

    “Getting ready for the Oscars,” she wrote alongside lipstick and a yellow heart. 

    Viola is up for Best Performance By An Actress In A Leading Role for Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom. 

    She was previously nominated for The Help in 2011, Doubt in 2008 and scored her first Oscars win in 2016 for her role in Fences. 

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  • KEEP CALM AND CAREY ON 

    Two-time Oscar nominee Carey Mulligan, 35, is favored to win her first golden statue for her heartbreaking lead actress role in Promising Young Woman. 

    She was previously nominated in the same category for An Education in 2010.

    Carey’s makeup artist, Georgie Eisdell, shared a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the acclaimed British actress getting ready for tonight. 

    “Final touch ups on this exquisite beauty,” she captioned the shot. 

    The Chanel ambassador wore the brand as her choice of cosmetics for the 2021 Oscars. 

  • GLAM & GORGEOUS 

    The Legally Blonde actress got glam hours before showtime inside of a hotel room near the Los Angeles venue. 

    Reese proved it takes a village – as she had one person on hair, another on makeup and one more on nails. 

    She has yet to reveal her final look for the evening as she was still wearing her robe in the Instagram Story. 

    “Oscars prep,” she wrote alongside a clip which played Diana Ross’ hit I’m Coming Out. 

    All three of the star’s glam squad members kept safe in face masks. 

  • ANDRA’S BIG DAY 

    The singer-turned-actress got ready for her first-ever Oscars night with her sponsored partner, luxury skincare company La Mer. 

    Andra, 36, looked stunning in the makeup free clip as her glam squad got her ready for the awards show. 

    “We hereeeee! A blessing. We’ve been working non-stop but thanks to LaMer, my skin is glowing. 

    “Catch you guys on the red carpet,” she captioned the video. 

    The Rise Up singer is nominated for Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role for playing music legend Billie Holiday in The United States vs. Billie Holiday. 



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