Diversity will be what everyone is waiting for Chris Rock to talk about when he opens the Oscars. Here’s a look at what to expect from the Oscar’s big, controversial night.
Hollywood’s biggest & most glamorous night is just days away… and while many focus on who wins a gold statue, this year, the Oscar controversy over lack of diversity in its nominations, will also take center stage.
Chris Rock: "Much like New Year’s Eve, it’ll be a night that ends with a bunch of drunk disappointed people."
Host Chris Rock’s opening monologue is expected to tackle the issue head-on. The academy also promising a diverse line-up of presenters.
In the meantime, all nominees gathering for the annual Oscar class photo in Los Angeles.
This year, "The Revenant" is the front-runner with 12 nominations.
Other films for best picture include, "The Big Short," "Bridge of Spies," "Mad Max: Fury Road," "The Martian," and "Spotlight" in one of the tightest races in Oscar history.
Matthew Belloni, Hollywood Reporter editor: "There are legitimately three, maybe four, potential best picture winners. So it’s very rare you come down to that last envelope, and people don’t know what’s going to happen."
The best actor category includes Bryan Cranston for "Trumbo," Matt Damon for "The Martian," Michael Fassbender for "Steve Jobs," and last year’s winner, Eddie Redmayne — for "The Danish Girl."
But the focus is on Leo DiCaprio and whether his role in "The Revenant" will get the six-time nominee his first Oscar win.
Ken Baker, Chief News correspondent, E!: "He’s had so many great performances and nominations, this will be the year that he takes it."
The best actress race has previous winners Cate Blanchett for "Carol" and Jennifer Lawrence for "Joy" going up against Saiorse Ronan for "Brooklyn" and first time nominees Charlotte Rampling for "45 Years" and Brie Larson for "Room."
Brie Larson: "It feels like I am part of some tribe. It feels so good."
Having already snagged a Golden Globe and a SAG award for her performance, Larson has the momentum heading into Hollywood’s biggest night.