Academy Awards

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February 28, 2016

by Ray Bradford, Director of Programs, Entertainment Media

OSCARS celebrate Sam Smith, Lady Gaga, Holly Woodlawn and Alicia Vikander

The 88th Annual ACADEMY AWARDS® celebrated a year’s worth of on- and off-screen creativity with a live televised broadcast on ABC hosted by comedian Chris Rock.

October 2, 2015

by Ferdinand Botha, Entertainment Media Intern

The GLAAD Wrap: 'Freeheld,' 'Addicted to Fresno' open; Alan Cumming's new Showtime series; new videos from Troye Sivan, Halsey, Years and Years

Every week, The GLAAD Wrap brings you LGBT-related entertainment news highlights, fresh stuff to watch out for, and fun diversions to help you kick off the weekend.

March 3, 2014

by Megan Townsend, Director of Entertainment Research & Analysis

Ellen DeGeneres hosts the 86th Academy Awards and HIV/AIDS film 'Dallas Buyers Club' picks up awards

The 86th Annual Academy Awards aired live tonight on ABC, hosted by Ellen DeGeneres and produced by GLAAD Media Award recipients Craig Zadan and Neil Meron.

February 10, 2014

by Matt Kane

GLAAD speaks with Oscar nominated director Jason Cohen about 'Facing Fear'

Director Jason Cohen discusses his Academy Award nominated short film 'Facing Fear' about the incredible story of how hate crime victim Matthew Boger now works with former-attacker Tim Zaal to bring a powerful message of acceptance and forgiveness to others.

January 16, 2014

by Megan Townsend, Director of Entertainment Research & Analysis

86th Annual Oscars nominees: Multiple nominations for 'Philomena,' 'Dallas Buyers Club'

Nominees for the 86th Annual Academy Awards were announced this morning and included nominations for the LGBT-inclusive films Dallas Buyers Club and Philomena. The Oscars, hosted by Ellen DeGeneres, will air live on ABC on March 2.

August 2, 2013

by Megan Townsend, Director of Entertainment Research & Analysis

Ellen DeGeneres returns to host the Oscars; Zadan and Meron produce broadcast

Ellen DeGeneres announced this morning that she will be hosting the 86th Annual Academy Awards airing on March 2, 2014 on ABC. Craig Zadan and Neil Meron will produce the broadcast.

August 23, 2012

by Max Gouttebroze

Craig Zadan and Neil Meron Producing the 85th Academy Awards

Out Hollywood producers Craig Zadan and Neil Meron will be adding the 85th Academy Awards to their long list of credits. The duo has been announced as producers of next year’s Oscar ceremony.

February 26, 2012

by Matt Kane

Christopher Plummer Wins Oscar for Beginners

Actor Christopher Plummer finally added an Oscar to his trophy shelf Sunday night, when he won the award for Best Supporting Actor at the 84th annual Academy Awards for his role as an elderly gay man in the film Beginners.

February 24, 2012

by Megan Townsend, Director of Entertainment Research & Analysis

What to Watch: This Weekend, February 24-26

Start the weekend with a new Days of Our Lives as Will comes out to Marlena, two women have high fashion woes on Say Yes to the Dress: Atlanta and a new episode of Spartacus: Vengeance. David Bromstad and his team makeover a loft-style living room on Saturday's Color Splash. Sunday's 84th Academy Awards have several people nominated for LGBT roles plus new episodes of Celebrity Apprentice starring Clay Aiken and George Takei and Full Metal Jousting with Jake Nodar.

January 24, 2012

by Matt Kane

Beginners, Albert Nobbs, and Girl With The Dragon Tattoo Receive 2012 Oscar Nominations

The 84th Academy Award nominations were announced today, and Christopher Plummer, Glenn Close, Rooney Mara, and Janet McTeer all received nominations for their roles as LGBT characters.

Academy Awards

OSCARS celebrate Sam Smith, Lady Gaga, Holly Woodlawn and Alicia Vikander

The GLAAD Wrap: 'Freeheld,' 'Addicted to Fresno' open; Alan Cumming's new Showtime series; new videos from Troye Sivan, Halsey, Years and Years

Ellen DeGeneres hosts the 86th Academy Awards and HIV/AIDS film 'Dallas Buyers Club' picks up awards

GLAAD speaks with Oscar nominated director Jason Cohen about 'Facing Fear'

86th Annual Oscars nominees: Multiple nominations for 'Philomena,' 'Dallas Buyers Club'

Ellen DeGeneres returns to host the Oscars; Zadan and Meron produce broadcast

Craig Zadan and Neil Meron Producing the 85th Academy Awards

Christopher Plummer Wins Oscar for Beginners

What to Watch: This Weekend, February 24-26

Beginners, Albert Nobbs, and Girl With The Dragon Tattoo Receive 2012 Oscar Nominations

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