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By Mark Stetson
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Here's why celebs might sport red buttons on the Oscars red carpet
"Ceasefire now" pins are the Oscars' most watched red-carpet accessory.
![A zoomed-in photo of Phoebe Bridgers' white suit lapel, with a pink flower and a red "ceasefire now" button pinned to it.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/06nA7Fllwb9PAclKEqHMgVV/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1709585203.png)
![A zoomed-in photo of Phoebe Bridgers' white suit lapel, with a pink flower and a red "ceasefire now" button pinned to it.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/06nA7Fllwb9PAclKEqHMgVV/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1709585203.png)
The (very) brief Oscars history of women nominated for Best Director
In the Academy Awards' 96-year history, only eight women have been nominated in the category.
![a collage of the female directors and the films that got them Best Director nominations. Caption reads: 96 years (in yellow font), 8 women (in white)](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/06aMHCpyD8jsJHrtjldbpUQ/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1709827362.png)
![a collage of the female directors and the films that got them Best Director nominations. Caption reads: 96 years (in yellow font), 8 women (in white)](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/06aMHCpyD8jsJHrtjldbpUQ/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1709827362.png)
Feast your eyes on the Oscars’ Best Animation nominees
Who will win the Best Feature Animation Oscar? With visuals this good, it's going to be close.
![A collage shows stills from the 2024 Best Feature Animation nominees.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/06RjSk7xdGk9SWZCQ8Jnns7/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1706778264.png)
![A collage shows stills from the 2024 Best Feature Animation nominees.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/06RjSk7xdGk9SWZCQ8Jnns7/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1706778264.png)
2024 Oscar nominations: See the full list
"Oppenheimer," "Barbie," and "Poor Things" — who made the cut?
By Mashable Team
![Composite of Oscar nominated films](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/07wjXtqflPo18wuRPDuDkBl/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1706020639.jpg)
![Composite of Oscar nominated films](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/07wjXtqflPo18wuRPDuDkBl/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1706020639.jpg)
How to watch the 2024 Oscar nominations live
Tune in to see if "Barbie" and "Oppenheimer" will dominate this year's Academy Awards.
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The cast of 'Dicks: The Musical' breaks down the films most unreal moments
and a potential best song for the Oscars.
By Emmett Smith
![The cast of Dicks: The Musical](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/00oVwPw4gghCTrTvUZYAb0p/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1696537142.png)
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Oscar winner Ke Huy Quan shotting tequila on the red carpet is a beautiful moment
"I've seen you on this red carpet for many years."
By Sam Haysom
![A man in a tuxedo stands next to a man in a gold tuxedo on the red carpet.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/06gCu3Vy8kQoZs85GCq1F0H/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1678792914.jpg)
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Angela Bassett's Oscars loss prolongs history of disappointment for Black actors
Continuing to await awards representation that actually celebrates 'all of us'
![Angela Bassett poses on the Academy Awards "red carpet" wearing a glamorous purple gown](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/07us0x1NvdxUzveebyS0Rpp/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1678735041.jpg)
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Why 'identifies as Asian' is a valid descriptor for Oscar winner Michelle Yeoh
Yeoh's award milestone is part of a long, complicated history of racial identity in Hollywood.
![Michelle Yeoh holds her Oscar trophy while walking past crew members behind the stage at the Academy Awards.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/01WAAm1g3OiUBQrJsGNkpk2/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1678728541.jpg)
![Michelle Yeoh holds her Oscar trophy while walking past crew members behind the stage at the Academy Awards.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/01WAAm1g3OiUBQrJsGNkpk2/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1678728541.jpg)
There's more to 'Naatu Naatu' at the Oscars than you think
Indians are celebrating the big win, but also pointing out important distinctions in the country's cinema.
![Dancers perform 'Naatu Naatu' from "RRR" onstage during the 95th Annual Academy Awards.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/04Sy94Trbstf8QIlmUbZB17/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1678730861.jpg)
![Dancers perform 'Naatu Naatu' from "RRR" onstage during the 95th Annual Academy Awards.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/04Sy94Trbstf8QIlmUbZB17/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1678730861.jpg)
Yes, Austin Butler did bring his Elvis voice to the Oscars
A little less conversation and a little more realness, we're begging.
![Austin Butler in a black suit on the Oscar's champagne carpet.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/00AMAFbEVx6LWV4bUFmKjcQ/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1678663801.jpg)
![Austin Butler in a black suit on the Oscar's champagne carpet.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/00AMAFbEVx6LWV4bUFmKjcQ/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1678663801.jpg)
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'Black Panther' costume designer Ruth E. Carter made history at the Oscars
She's the first Black woman to win two Academy Awards.
![Best Costume Design winner for "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever," Ruth E. Carter is seen backstage during the 95th Annual Academy Awards/](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/04ATfaA47RJGYJEzpq7z3Ny/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1678711774.jpg)
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A24 swept the Oscars with 'Everything Everywhere All At Once' and 'The Whale'
It's the first time one studio has won all six top awards at the Oscars.
By Amanda Yeo
![Ke Huy Quan, winner of Best Actor in a Supporting Roll award for ‘Everything Everywhere All at Once', Michelle Yeoh, winner of the Best Actress in a Leading Role award for ‘Everything Everywhere All at Once', Brendan Fraser, winner of the Best Actor in a Leading Role award for ’The Whale', and Jamie Lee Curtis, winner of the Best Actress in a Supporting Role award for ‘Everything Everywhere All at Once’ pose in the press room during the 95th Annual Academy Awards at Ovation Hollywood on March 12, 2023 in Hollywood, California.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/01Em9XVtsJhDjyXbE4omSSv/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1678689700.jpg)
![Ke Huy Quan, winner of Best Actor in a Supporting Roll award for ‘Everything Everywhere All at Once', Michelle Yeoh, winner of the Best Actress in a Leading Role award for ‘Everything Everywhere All at Once', Brendan Fraser, winner of the Best Actor in a Leading Role award for ’The Whale', and Jamie Lee Curtis, winner of the Best Actress in a Supporting Role award for ‘Everything Everywhere All at Once’ pose in the press room during the 95th Annual Academy Awards at Ovation Hollywood on March 12, 2023 in Hollywood, California.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/01Em9XVtsJhDjyXbE4omSSv/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1678689700.jpg)
Oscars 2023: Here are the Best Original Song musical performances
From "Naatu Naatu" to "Lift Me Up."
By Amanda Yeo
![Dancers perform 'Naatu Naatu' from 'RRR' onstage at the 95th Annual Academy Awards.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/03f3DY8TNbgp78cvKLklyZi/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1678676598.jpg)
![Dancers perform 'Naatu Naatu' from 'RRR' onstage at the 95th Annual Academy Awards.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/03f3DY8TNbgp78cvKLklyZi/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1678676598.jpg)
Lenny Kravitz and John Travolta lead the 95th Academy Awards 'In Memoriam' tribute
"They've made us smile, and became dear friends who we will always remain hopelessly devoted to."
![Man in a suit plays a piano on a dimly lit stage.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/00WoJwrwiJs7VdNzO5BiHkE/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1678678289.png)
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'Everything Everywhere All at Once' wins the Academy Award for Best Picture
In this universe, 'Everything Everywhere All at Once' reigns supreme.
![Daniel Scheinert and Daniel Kwan speak after winning the Oscar for Best Picture for "Everything Everywhere All at Once"](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/03mmuZckkNjLm59inWZbk9Q/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1678679447.jpg)
![Daniel Scheinert and Daniel Kwan speak after winning the Oscar for Best Picture for "Everything Everywhere All at Once"](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/03mmuZckkNjLm59inWZbk9Q/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1678679447.jpg)
Brendan Fraser wins the Oscar for Best Actor for 'The Whale'
This marks Fraser's first Oscar win.
![Man in a suit tearfully accepts an award on stage.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/03uuxIa40dXUlrAOBd1ZTGY/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1678679045.png)
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Michelle Yeoh makes history with Best Actress Oscar win for 'Everything Everywhere All at Once'
"This is a beacon of hope and possibilities."
![Michelle Yeoh holds an Oscar while onstage at the Academy Awards.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/00Wl6tiiPB5nhoaPhJX8pxx/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1678679787.png)
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The Daniels wins Best Director Oscar for 'Everything Everywhere All at Once'
'Everything Everywhere All at Once' continues to dominate this year's Oscars.
![Daniel Scheinert and Daniel Kwan hold Oscars while onstage at the Academy Awards.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/04Az8DQgMqeTZwPXX651q6u/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1678677893.jpg)
![Daniel Scheinert and Daniel Kwan hold Oscars while onstage at the Academy Awards.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/04Az8DQgMqeTZwPXX651q6u/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1678677893.jpg)
Did you know Jimmy Kimmel and Matt Damon have beef? Because they won't let us forget it.
Yes, the girls are still fighting.
By Crystal Bell
![Host Jimmy Kimmel speaks onstage during the 95th Annual Academy Awards at Dolby Theatre on March 12, 2023 in Hollywood, California.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/02fup2jslrFnKMe3oKhlWNY/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1678676993.jpg)
![Host Jimmy Kimmel speaks onstage during the 95th Annual Academy Awards at Dolby Theatre on March 12, 2023 in Hollywood, California.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/02fup2jslrFnKMe3oKhlWNY/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1678676993.jpg)
'RRR' takes home Academy Award for Best Original Song for 'Naatu Naatu'
Who can resist the call of 'Naatu Naatu'?
![Chandrabose and M.M. Keeravani hold Oscars onstage at the Academy Awards.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/07MwMsS18kUKjXhJ77CbpuK/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1678676530.jpg)
![Chandrabose and M.M. Keeravani hold Oscars onstage at the Academy Awards.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/07MwMsS18kUKjXhJ77CbpuK/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1678676530.jpg)