Oscars 2025 live updates: Ariana Grande ditches Ethan Slater as Academy Awards red carpet kicks off

The actor, who donned a simple black suit, was noticbly solo on the carpet, despite the fact that his girlfriend Ariana is also set to attend.

Kamala Harris is set to make a surprise guest appearance Sunday night’s Oscars, with the former vice president’s plans triggering a huge security headache.

Julianne has kicked off the red carpet in a glamorous cream hued gown with a tulle skirt.

The Dancing With The Stars pro channel old Hollywood in the striking gown, pairing the frock with red lips and Marilyn Monroe-esque style locks.

Many of Hollywood’s finest have given glimpses into how they prepared for the 2025 Oscars, documenting the lengthy hair and makeup process on social media.

The upcoming 97th Academy Awards could be remembered as one of the most controversial events in the show’s illustrious history.

From shock snubs to accusations of racism, many of this year’s most prestigious films and their A-list stars have been embroiled in scandal.

A crisis PR specialist spoke to DailyMail.com exclusively about why the controversy could definitely be a problem for this year’s ceremony.

Everyone wants to dazzle at the Oscars, not just in front of the multi-million global TV audience, but also the casting directors, agents and hotshot producers who will be at the ceremony and glittering afterparties.

Traditionally, this has always been achieved by an onslaught of pre-Oscar makeovers – months of intense workouts, a well-timed dose of Botox or filler, some lipo, even a subtle facelift . But this year, for Oscars 2025, there’s a new trend in town…

If past Academy Award ceremonies are anything to go by, viewers may be in for an eventful evening.

Oscars history is punctuated with controversial moments… take a walk down memory lane and relive them all ahead of tonight’s show.

The Hollywood legend was scheduled to present alongside Robert Downey, Jr., Gal Gadot, Emma Stone, Andrew Garfield, Margaret Qualley, Rachel Zegler and Zoe Saldaña.

After contracting the viral infection, which causes a painful rash, the 82-year-old actor is said to be ‘doing OK and is resting.’

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.