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98th Oscars: Only 2 Live Songs Amid Time Cuts

1/30/2026

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The Academy announced that only two songs will be performed live at the 98th Academy Awards on March 15 due to time constraints.
The two live performances are “Golden” from “KPop Demon Hunters” and “I Lied to You” from “Sinners.”
Diane Warren's “Dear Me” and the remaining nominees will be recognized through custom film-based segments instead of live performances.
Conan O’Brien will host.

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Story summary

The Academy announced that only two songs will be performed live at the 98th Academy Awards on March 15 due to time constraints.
The two live performances are “Golden” from “KPop Demon Hunters” and “I Lied to You” from “Sinners.”
Diane Warren's “Dear Me” and the remaining nominees will be recognized through custom film-based segments instead of live performances.
Conan O’Brien will host.