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Shock, joy and kisses: Everything that made us tear up behind the scenes at the 2019 Oscars

February 25, 2019February 25, 2019Andrea Mandell, USA TODAYComments Off

We had the best view from the Oscars wings, where stars linger on their way to the Academy Awards stage. Here’s every emotional moment we witnessed.

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Serena Williams brought her daughter to Oscars rehearsals. Plus, more celeb gossip!

February 23, 2019February 24, 2019Andrea Mandell, USA TODAYComments Off

Before the big show, celebs like Tina Fey, Angela Bassett and Amy Poehler test drove their high heels at Oscar rehearsals Saturday in Hollywood.

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Kendrick Lamar isn’t performing his ‘Black Panther’ anthem at the Oscars; here’s why

February 21, 2019Andrea Mandell, USA TODAYComments Off

Sorry, ‘Black Panther’ fans: Kendrick Lamar won’t be performing his Oscar-nominated ‘All the Stars’ (up for original song) at Sunday’s Academy Awards.

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Queen is officially opening the Oscars. Plus, more details from the show’s producers

February 21, 2019Andrea Mandell, USA TODAYComments Off

Instead of the traditional 20-minute set of jokes from an Oscars host, expect a rock ‘n’ roll start to Sunday’s Academy Awards: Queen opens the show.

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Early reviews cheer on ‘Captain Marvel’: ‘It’s retro & trippy, mysterious & dorky’

February 20, 2019February 20, 2019Andrea Mandell, USA TODAYComments Off

Critics got a first peek at “Captain Marvel” on Tuesday night, and immediately hit Twitter with their opinions on the Brie Larson superhero movie.

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Oscars costume party! Get up close with iconic outfits from ‘Black Panther,’ ‘Bohemian’

February 19, 2019February 24, 2019Andrea Mandell, USA TODAYComments Off

You won’t believe your eyes. USA TODAY’S AR experience allows fans to explore costumes from Oscar faves “Black Panther,” “Bohemian Rhapsody” and more.