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Oscars 2023: New President Promises Unique Spectacle Ahead

3/11/2026

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Lynette Howell Taylor, new president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, says each Oscars ceremony is unique.
The 98th Academy Awards, set for Sunday, will feature performances and a new casting award, aiming for a spectacular show.
Ratings have improved since 2021, particularly among younger viewers.
Future plans include moving the Oscars to YouTube in 2029 to reach a global audience and emphasizing the in memoriam segment.

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Lynette Howell Taylor, new president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, says each Oscars ceremony is unique.
The 98th Academy Awards, set for Sunday, will feature performances and a new casting award, aiming for a spectacular show.
Ratings have improved since 2021, particularly among younger viewers.
Future plans include moving the Oscars to YouTube in 2029 to reach a global audience and emphasizing the in memoriam segment.