The Oscars are likely to be canceled for the first time in 96 years. And because of the forest fires in Los Angeles, which they deprived thousands of residents of this city and for which 25 people already paid with their lives.
The official committee for awarding the Oscars is carefully considering the situation. Los Angeles has been destroyed by fires that are spreading across the city, thousands of people have lost their homes and businesses. According to reports there is a feeling not only in California that if the awarding takes place, it could be perceived negatively.
The announcement of nominations for the 97th Academy Awards has been postponed from January 17 to January 19. The voting period was also extended. This year’s Oscars are scheduled for March 3.
“The board of directors now mainly does not want to look like that he is celebrating while many people in Los Angeles are struggling with grief and unimaginable loss. And sure, even if the fires are out next week, the reality is that the city is still suffering and will be dealing with that pain for months. So management has decided that the focus will be on support and fundraising when appropriate opportunities arise,” a source at the American Academy said in a statement to The Sun.
