Queen Latifah celebrated the late music icon during Sunday's Oscar ceremony, singing "Ease on Down the Road" from 'The Wiz'

The Academy said it will be moving in a new direction as far as music selections go and doing away with live performances of the best original song nominees.

The late Quincy Jones received a heartfelt tribute from Queen Latifah at the 2025 Academy Awards. The iconic record producer, who died in November 2024 at age 91, was among the top honorees at the Governors Awards ceremony,

I wanted a big dress for the Oscars if i made it here and here we are ... in this big giant dress. I feel amazing in it!”

Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande of 'Wicked' and other acts will perform on the 2025 Oscar show. Sources said a tribute to the music of James Bond is in the mix.

The Academy Awards 2025 on March 2 are set to be hosted by Conan O’Brien. Among the names in its prestigious lineup of presenters are singer and actress Selena Gomez, acclaimed star Ana de Armas, industry icon Oprah Winfrey,