“Barbie” took the summer by storm, leading at the box office and received nine total Oscar nominations, including two that will compete for original song.
Protesters of the war in Gaza took over intersections and streets in Hollywood just blocks from the 96th Academy Awards, with indications that some celebrity arrivals to the Dolby Theatre were delayed.
Hollywood’s biggest night included few fashion risks, with many sticking to classic black silhouettes, though soft seafoam colors were plentiful in mermaid crystal looks.