After almost 20 years and several well deserved movies later, Leonardo DiCaprio has finally won an Oscar. Last night, he took home the award for his performance in The Revenant and before he celebrated the win, DiCaprio went to the Governor’s Ball to have the Oscar engraved with his name. While waiting to have the award engraved, someone mentions to Leo that celebs line up every year after the ceremony to have their names inscribed to their award. “They do this every year,” someone off-screen says to Leo, He replied, “I wouldn’t know.” LOL. He then continues to look on, asking several questions on how to care of the trophy once he gets it home. Congratulations, Leo! Check it out below.
(Video) Kesha On Lady Gaga’s Oscars Performance: “It Hit Very Close to My Heart For Obvious Reasons”
Lady Gaga has been very vocal on her support of pop star Kesha, through her legal battle with producer and alleged sexual absuer Dr. Luke. Last night before the Oscars, Gaga tweeted that she would be thinking of Kesha throughout her performance. After being introduced by Vice President Joe Biden who called upon the crowd and America to take a pledge to intervene when someone sees sexual abuse. Lady Gaga put on an emotional performance of her song “Til It Happens to You.” Later, Kesha responded to the gesture on Twitter saying, “Thank u Lady Gaga and VP Joe Biden for bringing attention to sexual assault at the Oscars. It hit very close to my heart for obvious reasons.” Hit the jump for more.
Stacey Dash Explains Her Awkward “Happy Black History Month” Moment At The Oscars
Incase you missed it, Stacey Dash was a surprise guest at last nights Oscars. She showed up on stage after being introduced by Chris Rock as the “new director” of the Oscars’ “Minority Outreach Program.” In her ten-second appearance, Dash made the audience cringe when she shouted, “Happy Black History Month.” which was extra strange as Dash has previously spoken against celebrating the month. Now, in her latest blog post the ‘Clueless’ actress is explaining her awkward cameo. Read more below.
Chris Rock Lets Everyone Know That Black Lives Matter At The Oscars And Invited Everyone To Watch The BET Awards This Summer
The 88th Oscars were very controversial being that there were no black nominees. Many black celebrities boycotted the award show including Spike Lee and Jada Pinkett Smith. Chris Rock hosted the award show and lets just say he did not disappoint. At the end of the 88th Oscars he invited everyone to watch the BET Awards this summer. Lol! Check out the rest of the story after the jump.
(Video) The Weeknd Performs The Hit Song Earned It At The 88th Oscars
The Weeknd performed “Earned It” tonight at the 88th Oscars. Check out his performance after the jump.
(Video) Chris Rock Goes To Compton And Talks About Movies And The Controversy Surrounding The Oscars With Locals
Chris Rock is doing a great job of hosting the Oscars tonight. With controversy surrounding the Oscars Rock decided to head to Compton and talk with some locals about the Oscars and how there is no black nominees. Hit the jump and check out the video.
