TheWrap previously reported that the #TimesUp movement would be recognized on Sunday’s telecast, but not until three of Harvey Weinstein’s most recognizable accusers took the stage would we know how significant that moment would be.
Salma Hayek, who documented terrible verbal abuse at the hands of Weinstein; Ashley Judd, who accused Weinstein of trying to attack her in a hotel room; and actresses Annabella Sciorra, who accused Weinstein of rape, stood for extended applause before discussing movements like #MeToo, #TimesUp and the groundbreaking inclusive representation in film this year.
“It’s nice to see you all again, it’s been a while,” Sciorra said. “This year, many shared their truth and the journey ahead is long but slowly a new path has emerged.”
Judd spoke of the powerful new voices being heard, “joining together in a mighty course that is finally saying time’s up.”
The women pivoted to a video package featuring fellow Weinstein accuser Mira Sorvino, among many other Hollywood figures. Acknowledgment of the unprecedented amount of women speaking out about systemic sexual abuse in Hollywood gave way to the positive strides we’ve made with films like “Get Out” and “Lady Bird.”
Comedian Kumail Nanjiani was a breakout in the package, bringing some laughs with some hard truths. Nanjiani said some of his favorite movies of all time were made by white men about what its like being a white man.
“Now straight white dudes can watch movies starring me, and you can relate to that. It’s not that hard, I’ve done it my whole life,” Nanjiani said. The Dolby Theatre erupted into applause.
The package also featured Greta Gerwig and Jordan Peele. We’ll post the package here when it becomes available.
10 Best Oscars Accessories, From Bloody Antlers to Timothée Chalamet's Face (Photos)
Forget clip-on ties and tasteful brooches -- these guests at the 90th Academy Awards brought extravagant fanfare to their red carpet accessories, and we love them for it.
Adam Rippon upgraded his black tux with a leather harness and shoulder cutouts.
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Straight from her role as Okoye in "Black Panther," Danai Gurira flashed some beautiful hair art on the red carpet.
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Jordan Peele donned an antlers pin covered in blood -- a reference to one of the gruesome deaths in his nominated film "Get Out."
The pin was a custom Jason of Beverly Hills lapel pin, designed by Peele's stylists, Sydney Lopez and Chris Horan, and Jason Arasheben, CEO of Jason of Beverly Hills.
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Rita Moreno took part of the dress she wore to the 1962 Oscars, where she won for her role in "West Side Story," and matched it with a major statement necklace and a head wrap. Brilliant.
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Look closer at James Ivory's tux: He's wearing Timothée Chalamet's face.
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Tiffany Haddish told red carpet hosts that she wanted to honor her late father and her fellow Eritreans by wearing an authentic princess dress from the country.
"Call Me by Your Name" director Luca Guadagnino wore a spider brooch on the red carpet.
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The "Loving Vincent" filmmakers wore hand-painted shoes from the Van Gogh Museum on the red carpet.
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Common sported a tuxedo with velvet lapel and a pin in the shape of a key.
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Singer/songwriter Andra Day stuck multiple flower bobby pins, which went AWOL at on point, in her updo on the red carpet.
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Filmmakers and actors took their Academy Award outfits to the next level at the 90th annual ceremony in Los Angeles
Forget clip-on ties and tasteful brooches -- these guests at the 90th Academy Awards brought extravagant fanfare to their red carpet accessories, and we love them for it.