REGINA HALL

When Will Smith slapped Chris Rock over an Oscars ceremony punchline, other comedians felt the sting.

Wanda Sykes said she felt physically ill after Will Smith slapped Chris Rock across the face at the Oscars.

The next time someone tells you the Oscars are boring, remind them of the 2022 ceremony.

Every Oscar show has its big moments, but Will Smith’s slap heard ’round the world overshadowed them all this year.

94th Academy Awards - Show Hosts Amy Schumer, from left, Wanda Sykes, and Regina Hall appear on stage at the Oscars on Sunday, March 27, 2022, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello) (Chris Pizzello)At the Oscars, they said gay. The first political salvo of Sunday night's Academy Awards in Los Angeles came in the opening monologue, when Wanda Sykes — one of the trio of hosts for the show — took a thinly veiled jab at Florida's so-called "Don't Say Gay" bill that passed a Republican-controlled state legislature earlier this month. “We’re going to have a great night tonight,” said the openly gay Sykes. The shot at the Florida bill wasn't the only political jab the hosts took in their opening monologue.

The 94th Oscars are hosted by Wanda Sykes, Amy Schumer and Regina Hall.

At the Oscars, they said gay.

The 94th Academy Awards are right around the corner.

After a movie year often light on crowds, the Academy Awards named an unabashed crowd-pleaser, the deaf family drama “CODA,” best picture Sunday, handing Hollywood’s top award to a streaming service for the first time.

James Bond didn’t get an Oscar nomination this year, but that doesn’t mean he won’t be part of the ceremony.

The Academy Awards have always loved a comeback story.

This week’s new entertainment releases include a Charli XCX album release, an erotic thriller on Hulu starring Ben Affleck and Ana de Armas, and a series about the rise and fall of the business WeWork, which promoted the concept of shared workspaces.

John Travolta, Mila Kunis and Wesley Snipes are among the latest batch of celebrities who have been added to the Oscars telecast, producers said Friday.

Lady Gaga might have missed out on an Oscar nomination for her turn in “House of Gucci,” but she’ll still be gracing the stage at the Dolby Theatre on March 27.

To combat slumping ratings, the Academy Awards are undergoing a radical slimming down, with eight awards to be presented off-air during next month’s telecast.

This is the first time three women will emcee the annual movie awards telecast. It will be on ABC on March 27.

Oscars-Hosts This combination of photos shows Regina Hall, from left, Amy Schumer and Wanda Sykes, who are in final talks to host the 94th Academy Awards. (AP Photo) (Uncredited)LOS ANGELES — (AP) — After three years without a host, the Oscars are making up for lost time with three hosts for this year’s awards: Amy Schumer, Regina Hall and Wanda Sykes are set to host the 94th Academy Awards, producer Will Packer said Tuesday. Reports say that each actor will be responsible for one hour of the three-hour broadcast, airing live on ABC on March 27. “This year’s show is all about uniting movie lovers,” Packer said in a statement. It's the first time hosting for all three women and the first time in 35 years since there has been this many hosts for one broadcast.

2022 Oscars hosts Comedy dynamos Amy Schumer, Wanda Sykes and Regina Hall are finalizing details to host the 94th Academy Awards, Variety reported Monday, Feb. 14, 2022. LOS ANGELES — Comedy dynamos Amy Schumer, Wanda Sykes and Regina Hall are finalizing details to host the 94th Academy Awards, Variety reported Monday afternoon. >> Read more trending newsThe hosts will be formally announced Tuesday on “Good Morning America,” according to the entertainment news outlet. >> Related: Hostless no more: 2022 Oscars to revive emcee role after 3-year hiatusThe 2022 Oscars will be held Sunday, March 27 at the Dolby Theater in Los Angeles. Hall worked with Packer on 2017′s “Girls Trip,” while both Schumer and Sykes have programming connections with ABC, the Oscars’ broadcasting partner, THR reported.

Oscars-Hosts This combination of photos shows Regina Hall, from left, Amy Schumer and Wanda Sykes, who are in final talks to host the 94th Academy Awards. (AP Photo) (Uncredited)LOS ANGELES — (AP) — After three years without a host, the Oscars are reportedly making up for lost time with three hosts for this year’s awards: Amy Schumer, Regina Hall and Wanda Sykes are in final talks to host the 94th Academy Awards, the trade publication Variety reported Monday. Reports say that each actor will be responsible for one hour of the three-hour broadcast, airing live on ABC on March 27. Neither the academy nor representatives for Schumer, Hall and Sykes immediately responded to request for comment by The Associated Press. The hosts will be confirmed Tuesday morning on “Good Morning America.”“Girls Trip” producer Will Packer is producing this year's ceremony.

After three years without a host, the Oscars are making up for lost time with three hosts for this year’s awards: Amy Schumer, Regina Hall and Wanda Sykes are set to host the 94th Academy Awards, producer Will Packer said Tuesday.

Janicza Bravo’s wild road trip saga “Zola” scored a leading seven Film Independent Spirit Award nominations, including best feature, best director and best female lead for Taylour Paige.

Nicole Kidman reunites with "Big Little Lies" creator David E. Kelley and author Liane Moriarty to play an enigmatic wellness guru, with Melissa McCarthy and Michael Shannon co-starring as her enthralled clients.

This week’s new entertainment releases includes an album from Lorde called “Solar Power” and Hugh Jackman starring in the sci-fi thriller “Reminiscence.”.

Cardi B’s “WAP” had new meaning at the BET Awards: winning and pregnant.

A conglomerate of major entertainment players are coming together to fix the way Hollywood depicts mental health.

(Neon via AP)Heres a collection curated by The Associated Press entertainment journalists of whats arriving on TV, streaming services and music platforms this week. Written and directed by Chinonye Chukwu, Clemency was well-reviewed but got unjustly overshadowed by some of the higher profile awards contenders when it was released in December. Doctor Sleep: The Directors Cut: This Danny Torrance-focused sequel to The Shining was a little divisive upon release, which wasnt all that surprising. Film Writer Lindsey BahrMUSICGrey Daze: Fans of the late Grammy-winning screeching rock singer Chester Bennington will get a chance to hear him one more time. HAIM: Its been three years since sister trio HAIM have released a new album.