The biggest night in film is just hours away, with Hollywood’s finest set to descend upon Dolby Theatre in Hollywood for the 96th edition of the Academy Awards.
The Oscars, hosted by Jimmy Kimmel and set to honor the biggest movies, actors, actresses, and directors from the past year, will begin at 7pm EST and will stream live on ABC.
The red carpet has already kicked off with some stars showing up in stunning looks – and others arriving in eyebrow-raising ensembles.
Follow along for updates throughout the night, including the best and worst looks, the most dramatic moments – including one star who took a major tumble and another who announced her shock pregnancy – the winners, and more.
America Ferrera channels Barbie in dazzling gold ensemble
Issa Rae bares it all in dress with plunging neckline and long leg slit, while Gabrielle Union shows off her figure in a strapless, sparkly gown
Laverne Cox has awkward red carpet encounter with deaf actress Marlee Matlin
Laverne became a hot topic of conversation on social media after she made a blunder while interviewing Marlee ahead of the show.
After asking the star, who communicates via sign language, a question, the transgender activist proceeded to pass her the microphone, rather than giving it to her interpreter.
Marlee handled it like a pro, and quickly handed the mic over to her interpreter – but people on X can’t stop talking about the interaction.
Ladies in black! Jamie Lee Curtis and Eva Longoria arrive to the Oscars red carpet donning simple, dark dresses
As celebrities make their way to the red carpet, demonstrators are waving flags and holding signs just outside – causing the LAPD to amp up its police presence in the area.
Several groups, including Film Workers for Palestine, have organized the protest because they believe Israel will attack Rafah in Gaza while the awards show is going on.
While some looked stunning on the red carpet, others missed the mark with fashion fails and sartorial nightmares.
Erika Alexander lead the pack in a a rather baffling gown that featured a simple white strapless silhouette – which would have been incredibly elegant, had it not been for the enormous black, purple, pink, and green tutu-style skirt that was strung around her waist, covering much of the simple dress design underneath.
Oops! The YouTube star had a bit of an awkward moment when she tripped and fell to the ground while arriving at the awards show.
Jennifer Lawrence and Emily Blunt took to the stage for a final run-thru at LA’s Dolby Theatre hours ahead of the ceremony.
The ladies dressed down in casual ensembles as they rehearsed alongside a slew of other stars including Al Pacino, Steven Spielberg, Chris Hemsworth, America Ferrera, Kate McKinnon, Ryan Gossling, Issa Rae, Dwane ‘The Rock’ Johnson, Anya Taylor-Joy, Lupita Nyong’o, Cynthia Erivo, and Michael Keaton.
Despite the show still being hours away, some big names have already started showing up at the Dolby Theater in Los Angeles in dazzling dresses and glamorous gowns.
The expecting mother was glowing as she cradled her baby bump on the red carpet in a figure-hugging black gown.
The 35-year-old married professional baseball star Cole Tucker three months ago.
Hollywood’s most elite are already getting ready to storm the red carpet, with stars like Kim and Reese, among others, sharing glimpses of how they prepare for the coveted awards show on their social media accounts.
A total of 10 films are battling it out for Best Picture while lesser known stars such as Lily Gladstone and Colman Domingo are up against seasoned actors like Robert De Niro and Jodie Foster in the acting categories.
But who looks set to walk away with awards this year and who will be left disappointed?
DailyMail.com takes a look at the runners and riders tipped for Oscars success.
The Oscars are set to take place at the famed Dolby Theatre in Hollywood this evening
Follow along for updates throughout the night, including the best and worst red carpet looks, the most dramatic moments during the show, the winners, and more.
