Due to the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has adjusted the timeline for the 97th Academy Awards nominations process. The voting period for the nearly 10,000 Academy members, which began on January 8, 2025, has been extended by two days, now concluding on January 14 at 5 p.m. PT. Consequently, the announcement of the nominations has been postponed from January 17 to January 19.
The wildfires have significantly impacted Southern California, leading to disruptions across various sectors, including the entertainment industry. In addition to the Oscars schedule changes, several events have been affected:
- The 30th Annual Critics’ Choice Awards, initially set for January 12 in Santa Monica, have been postponed to January 26.
- The 31st Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards canceled their live nomination announcement, opting to release the list via press release.
- Premieres for films such as “Wolf Man” and “Unstoppable” have been canceled.
The Academy expressed its condolences to those affected by the fires, acknowledging that many of its members reside in the impacted areas. Despite these challenges, the 97th Academy Awards ceremony remains scheduled for March 2, 2025.
These adjustments underscore the widespread disruptions caused by the wildfires, as the region grapples with both the immediate dangers and the broader implications for its communities and industries.
