Diverse group of nominations for the 2025 ceremony also includes a Christmas song and The Cure’s first nomination in over three decades

Film’s biggest night has nearly arrived and Hollywood stars are gearing up to win the industry’s most prestigious trophy.

Academy Awards was a night of anticipated twists and turns that never manifested. Void of nearly any surprises (except that Best Actress category, more on that in a moment), the Oscars were handed out to largely expected winners,

The legendary songwriter was nominated this year for her work on music for "The Six Triple Eight"; she previously received an Academy Honorary Award.