The Latest Breaking News from the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences

Ryan Coogler reflects on turning down Academy invite

Ryan Coogler insisted he didn't turn down an invitation to the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences "out of animosity" but because he is too busy.

BANG Premier · Dec 11, 2025

‘A Star Is Born’ producer Lynette Howell Taylor elected president of Oscars org

Veteran producer Lynette Howell Taylor has been elected president of the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences

The Independent UK · Jul 31, 2025

Jared Leto accused of sexual misconduct and 'predatory, terrifying' behaviour by nine women

Multiple women have accused actor-musician Jared Leto of impropriety in a new report, with some calling his behaviour “predatory, terrifying and unacceptable”.

Euronews · Jun 9, 2025