Who is handing out the oscars

From the uncertainties provided by COVID to the many possibilities for history to be made, Hollywood's biggest night should be anything but dull.

Will Anthony Hopkins become the oldest Best Actor winner ever? For just the second time in Oscars history, will a woman win Best Director? As we prepare to find out, EW is rounding up all the information you need ahead of this year's ceremony. Held much, much later this year on account of the pandemic, the Oscars will air Sunday, April The ceremony will be televised live on ABC at 8 p.

For the first time ever, part of the annual awards show will take place at Los Angeles' historic Union Station in addition to its usual venue, the Dolby Theatre. Exact details are still to come, but a spokesperson for the Academy tells EW that the group "is determined to present an Oscars like none other, while prioritizing the public health and safety of all those who will participate. Hosted by actors Ariana DeBose and Lil Rel Howery , the minute pre-show special, dubbed Oscars: Into the Spotlight , will highlight the nominees' journey to Hollywood's biggest night, give fans around the world the ultimate insiders' sneak peek to the party and, for the first time, the nominated Best Songs will be performed as part of the festivities.

Oscars Twerking, big British wins and Brad Pitt - the big talking points from this year's event. However, breaking away from other award shows this year, Oscars organisers have ruled out the use of Zoom during the ceremony, and instead stars will attend the show physically.

International hubs will be set up around the world for stars to head to as part of the ceremony, as they anxiously wait to hear if their name is called out as a winner.

Watch Live. Newsmakers Our America Localish. Follow Us:. Share Tweet Email. Share: Share Tweet Email. The biggest surprise of the night came when best actor went to Anthony Hopkins for his performance in the dementia drama "The Father.

Report a correction or typo. Sign up for our daily Hollywood newsletter and never miss a story. Mahershala Ali Ali, who won best supporting actor last year for Green Book his second win in the category , will present best supporting actress at the Oscars.

Will Ferrell Ferrell is often the highlight of any awards show lucky enough to enlist him as a presenter. Jane Fonda The legendary actor, who has been arrested multiple times over the last few months as she protested inaction in Washington, D.

Gal Gadot With Wonder Woman coming this summer, Diana Prince herself will appear at the Oscars to lend some superpower to the proceedings. Tom Hanks Hanks, who was honored with the Cecil B. Mindy Kaling The Late Night writer and star is among a number of comedians scheduled to appear at the Oscars. Diane Keaton The only movie Keaton appeared in last year was Poms, which—if it is remembered at all—is notable for starting a feud between Anjelica Huston and Jacki Weaver.

Brie Larson A past best-actress winner and current Captain Marvel, Larson joins Gadot as one of the few representatives from the world of comic books. Julia Louis-Dreyfus Emmy-winner Dreyfus has already received strong notices for her work in Downhill. George MacKay To many Oscar-watchers, the star was snubbed in the best-actor category for his work in the relentless film.

Steve Martin What to do when there is no Oscar host? Lin-Manuel Miranda The Hamilton creator and star feels like an obvious choice to present best original song an award that will most likely go to Elton John for his Rocketman track. Keanu Reeves The internet-approved John Wick star has reached the Harrison Ford part of his career, where he resurrects the roles that made him famous.