In a glamorous prelude to the Academy Awards, nominees descended on Los Angeles for their official class photo on Tuesday, just days before the Oscars on March 2. Notable names like Ariana Grande, Timothée Chalamet, and Demi Moore were all in attendance, mingling over cocktails as the excitement for the big night builds.
Notably, the class photo is often snapped earlier in the awards season, but due to unexpected circumstances, this year saw changes. Instead of capturing the image during the usual nominee luncheon, the event was held later following the cancellation of that gathering due to LA's wildfires.
Here are some fun highlights from the class photo:
1. **Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo** are stealing the spotlight — their bond is unmissable as they support each other ahead of the Oscars, even shouting, "Oscar nominee!" as the camera clicked.
2. **Maya Gnyp's vibrant sweater** caught the eyes of onlookers. The producer from the nominated documentary I Am Ready sported a must-have jumper, prompting future fashion inquiries.
3. **A-listers filled the front row**: Big names like Zoe Saldaña and Mikey Madison joined Ariana and Cynthia, with Saldaña looking poised to win for her role in Emilia Pérez.
4. **James Mangold narrowly made it** to the group shot, earning cheers from his peers for arriving just in time to join in the fun.
5. **A fun camaraderie** was displayed by the team from Black Box Diaries, who celebrated their nomination by joining hands for the photo.
6. **Some stars across the back row were noticeably big**: Demi Moore and fellow nominees Guy Pearce and Edward Norton were present, albeit a bit out of focus as they posed together.
7. **Elton John's songwriting duo** was front and center with Bernie Taupin and Brandi Carlile, although Elton himself was absent, possibly saving his appearance for the actual awards night.
8. **Timothée Chalamet included a reflective moment**, sitting with a quieter presence while fellow nominees surrounded him, contemplating his journey in Hollywood.
9. **Leading actors like Adrien Brody and Sebastian Stan** added to the star-studded vibe, all vying for the top acting awards.
10. **British talent was also represented**, with Ralph Fiennes in attendance, sitting alongside fellow nominees and showcasing the diverse talent in the mix.
11. Some nominees, such as **Kieran Culkin and Karla Sofía Gascón, were notable absentees**, sparking speculation about their absence from the joyful gathering.
12. **Clarence Maclin, a nominee for Best Adapted Screenplay**, humorously captured attention in the back row, sporting what looked like an expression of anticipation or contemplation.
The glitz and glam of the Oscars are right around the corner, with performances promised to dazzle the audience. Keep an eye out—this year’s event is set to be a memorable one!
Notably, the class photo is often snapped earlier in the awards season, but due to unexpected circumstances, this year saw changes. Instead of capturing the image during the usual nominee luncheon, the event was held later following the cancellation of that gathering due to LA's wildfires.
Here are some fun highlights from the class photo:
1. **Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo** are stealing the spotlight — their bond is unmissable as they support each other ahead of the Oscars, even shouting, "Oscar nominee!" as the camera clicked.
2. **Maya Gnyp's vibrant sweater** caught the eyes of onlookers. The producer from the nominated documentary I Am Ready sported a must-have jumper, prompting future fashion inquiries.
3. **A-listers filled the front row**: Big names like Zoe Saldaña and Mikey Madison joined Ariana and Cynthia, with Saldaña looking poised to win for her role in Emilia Pérez.
4. **James Mangold narrowly made it** to the group shot, earning cheers from his peers for arriving just in time to join in the fun.
5. **A fun camaraderie** was displayed by the team from Black Box Diaries, who celebrated their nomination by joining hands for the photo.
6. **Some stars across the back row were noticeably big**: Demi Moore and fellow nominees Guy Pearce and Edward Norton were present, albeit a bit out of focus as they posed together.
7. **Elton John's songwriting duo** was front and center with Bernie Taupin and Brandi Carlile, although Elton himself was absent, possibly saving his appearance for the actual awards night.
8. **Timothée Chalamet included a reflective moment**, sitting with a quieter presence while fellow nominees surrounded him, contemplating his journey in Hollywood.
9. **Leading actors like Adrien Brody and Sebastian Stan** added to the star-studded vibe, all vying for the top acting awards.
10. **British talent was also represented**, with Ralph Fiennes in attendance, sitting alongside fellow nominees and showcasing the diverse talent in the mix.
11. Some nominees, such as **Kieran Culkin and Karla Sofía Gascón, were notable absentees**, sparking speculation about their absence from the joyful gathering.
12. **Clarence Maclin, a nominee for Best Adapted Screenplay**, humorously captured attention in the back row, sporting what looked like an expression of anticipation or contemplation.
The glitz and glam of the Oscars are right around the corner, with performances promised to dazzle the audience. Keep an eye out—this year’s event is set to be a memorable one!
