Oscars 2025 preview: Races and big contenders to look out for

WATCH: Interviews of this year's favorite celebrities looking to win an Oscar

ABC News’ Linsey Davis takes a look back at the interviews with a few of the nominees hoping to take home an Oscar Sunday night.

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Julianne Hough stuns on the Oscars red carpet in an ethereal, glam look

The dancer, singer and actress is glowing while reporting from the Oscars red carpet.

ABC News - 22h

Red Carpet Looks From the Vanity Fair Oscars Party

Jeff Bezos, Zoe Saldaña, Lizzo and more stars were on their way into the Vanity Fair Oscars party.

The New York Times - 4h

Julia Fox and Others Try Nearly Nude Looks at Oscars and Vanity Fair

Julia Fox followed up Bianca Censori’s much-discussed Grammys moment with a sheer dress at Vanity Fair’s party. Others joined her in the less-is-more approach.

The New York Times - 3h

Trotter's 10 Trends: Historic upset brewing in Big East DPOY race; which offenses are trending up, down

A new Oregon lineup that deserves more run, pick-and-roll defenses to avoid and target and defenses trending up or down are among top trends Isaac Trotter is tracking.

CBS Sports - 6d

Federal layoffs shake up Virginia ahead of 2025 governor's race

ARLINGTON, Va. — Virginia could be one of the states most affected by President Donald Trump's moves to shrink the federal workforce — and this year’s race for governor will test whether the ...

NBC News - 4d

Moore and Chalamet are winners in last big awards show before Oscars

Pope selection drama Conclave took the top prize at the Screen Actors Guild Awards in Los Angeles.

BBC News - Feb. 24

Oscars producers promise fresh energy, big stars and surprises at the show

Last year’s Oscars was by all accounts a successful show, with memorable performances and unscripted moments, and a winning movie that most people had seen

ABC News - 5d

Chanel event brings Oscar nominees together the night before the big show

The patio of the storied Polo Lounge at the Beverly Hills Hotel was packed to the brim with Hollywood stars on the night before the Oscars

ABC News - 1d

'Anora' wins big at the Oscars, including best picture and best actress

Conan O'Brien hosts the Academy Awards for the first time.

NBC News - 1d

Sean Baker’s Oscars Battle Cry (and Mine): Don’t Abandon the Big Screen

The director of the best picture winner, “Anora,” urged viewers to keep seeing films in theaters. Our critic hopes the industry listens, and that Baker keeps his independence.

The New York Times - 2h

The stock market closes out worst day of 2025

The stock market closed out the week with the worst day of 2025. The losses are coming amid growing concerns about economic growth. Elise Preston reports on how Americans are reacting.

CBS News - Feb. 22

2025 Kentucky Derby horses, futures, odds, date, preview: Expert who hit 10 Derby-Oaks Doubles relays picks

When is the Kentucky Derby 2025? Jody Demling revealed his 2025 Kentucky Derby picks for the Run for the Roses on Saturday, May 3 at Churchill Downs

CBS Sports - 3h

Timothée Chalamet wins best actor SAG Award, shaking up Oscar race

Timothée Chalamet won the SAG Award for best actor, his first major acting award, for his portrayal of Bob Dylan in "A Complete Unknown."

Los Angeles Times - Feb. 24

WATCH: Conan O’Brien rolls out the Oscars red carpet

The host of the 97th Academy Awards was eager to help roll out the iconic 900-foot-long carpet to kick off the final countdown to Sunday’s show.

ABC News - 4d

Pamela Anderson on missing out on Oscars, ditching makeup and 'innocence' of Baywatch

The actress's career has enjoyed a recent resurgence thanks to a role in the film The Last Showgirl.

BBC News - 3d

Diane Warren says 'it is what it is' after missing out on Oscar for 16th time

Diane Warren shared her feelings on missing out on the best original song Oscar for the 16th time.

ABC News - 42m

Oscars 2025: Karla Sofía Gascón attends Oscars amid controversy

Gascón is nominated for best actress at the award show

ABC News - 4h

2025 Film Independent Spirit Awards Red Carpet: See All the Looks

What do stars wear to an awards show held in the middle of the day?

The New York Times - Feb. 22

See all the looks from the 2025 SAG Awards red carpet

The best fashion from the 2025 SAG Awards red carpet, including Selena Gomez, Cynthia Erivo, Sofia Carson and Anna Sawai.

Los Angeles Times - Feb. 23

Oscars 2025: The quirks, record breakers and possible winners

When was the last time two musicals were up for best picture? And could Adrien Brody break a record?

BBC News - 6d

Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande to perform at 2025 Oscars

After weeks of rumors, “Wicked” co-stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande are officially set to hit the stage at the 2025 Academy Awards. The Oscars, hosted by Conan O’Brien, airs this Sunday.

NBC News - 6d

Behind the scenes with the best actor nominees for the 2025 Oscars

Watch scenes from the performances nominated for best actor at the 97th annual Academy Awards, as well as interviews with the nominees. The 2025 Oscars will be presented on Sunday, March 2.

CBS News - 5d

Oscars 2025: Final predictions for all 23 categories

The 97th Academy Awards arrive Sunday after a film season full of wild momentum swings, online trolling and internecine whisper campaigns.

Los Angeles Times - 4d

Behind the scenes with the best actress nominees for the 2025 Oscars

Watch scenes from the performances nominated for best actress at the 97th annual Academy Awards, as well as interviews with the nominees. The 2025 Oscars will be presented on Sunday, March 2.

CBS News - 4d

How to watch and stream the 2025 Oscars tonight

Check out everything you need to know about how to watch the 2025 Oscars on Sunday, March 2.

ABC News - 1d

Potential historic moments to watch for at the 2025 Oscars

Check out potential historic moments you should keep your eyes peeled for at the 2025 Oscars, which take place March 2, at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT.

ABC News - 23h

The Oscars 2025: How to watch, and when the show begins

This will mark the culmination of one of the most topsy-turvey Oscars seasons Hollywood has ever seen. So how can you catch all the action?

The Hill - 22h

Timothée Chalamet joined by Kylie Jenner at the 2025 Oscars

Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner share moments together at the 97th Oscars.

ABC News - 19h

All the best and worst moments of the 2025 Oscars, as they happened

Times columnists Mary McNamara and Glenn Whipp break down the biggest surprises, best moments and top winners of the 97th Oscars in our live chat.

Los Angeles Times - 21h

WATCH: LA firefighters honored at 2025 Oscars

Oscars host Conan O'Brien celebrated the firefighters who responded to the Los Angeles fires during the 97th Academy Awards.

ABC News - 17h

Why Morgan Freeman wore a glove at the 2025 Oscars

Morgan Freeman has been known to wear a single glove at times.

The Hill - 18h

Oscars 2025: The 'Emilia Pérez' controversy explained

All the controversies surrounding the film "Emilia Pérez" explained ahead of the 2025 Oscars.

ABC News - 16h

Oscars 2025 Takeaways: ‘Anora’ Dominates Top Awards

The movie, which cost only $6 million to make, won best picture and four other Oscars.

The New York Times - 15h

Watch highlights from the 2025 Oscars in 3 minutes

Watch moments from the 97th Academy Awards, where the independent film "Anora" snagged five awards, including best picture, best director, and best actress in a leading role, Mikey Madison. Kieran ...

NBC News - 17h

WATCH: The biggest moments from the 2025 Oscars

ABC News’ Zohreen Shah and contributor Kelley Carter break down the wins and performances from Hollywood’s biggest night.

ABC News - 3h

WATCH: The biggest winners and surprises of the 2025 Oscars

"GMA" breaks down the night’s biggest wins and upsets from the 97th Academy Awards.

ABC News - 5h

Behind the scenes with the best picture nominees for the 2025 Oscars

Watch scenes from the films nominated for best picture at the 97th annual Academy Awards, as well as interviews with the nominees.

CBS News - 5h

Inside the 2025 Vanity Fair Oscars Party

Conan O’Brien, Zoe Saldaña, Timothée Chalamet and more packed the annual post-awards bash for burgers, cocktails and victory laps.

The New York Times - 4h

WATCH: Musical performances dominated the 2025 Oscars

ABC News contributor and DJ Megan Ryte discusses the musical acts that performed during Sunday night's Academy Awards.

ABC News - 56m

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