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Polio detected in NYC’s sewage, suggesting virus circulating

Health officials say the virus that causes polio has been detected in New York City’s wastewater weeks after a case of polio was identified north of the city.

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Keanu Reeves takes rare TV role in historical thriller

Keanu Reeves will star in a TV adaptation of “The Devil in the White City.”.

Oscars org adds Marlee Matlin, Jason Reitman to board

Actor Marlee Matlin, director Jason Reitman and producer Jason Blum are joining the Board of Governors of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.

Tyler Perry says Will Smith was 'triggered' before slapping Chris Rock at Oscars, was 'devastated' after

Tyler Perry revealed something "triggered" Will Smith before the actor slapped Chris Rock at the 2022 Oscars ceremony. Smith slapped Rock on-stage after the comedian made a joke.

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Spain honors Penélope Cruz for contribution to cinema

Penélope Cruz has won one of Spain’s top cinema awards for her contribution to Spanish film.

Texas official cites Will Smith Oscar slap in wake of school shooting

Gunman massacred 19 elementary students and two adults after storming a school in Uvalde

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No more streaming-only debuts for Oscar hopefuls

The Oscars are getting back to normal, eligibility-wise.

Baron Cohen drops lawsuit over cannabis dispensary billboard

Actor Sacha Baron Cohen has dropped his lawsuit against a Massachusetts cannabis dispensary that used an image of his character Borat on a billboard without his permission.

Reese Witherspoon becomes part-owner of Nashville MLS team

Actor Reese Witherspoon and Tennessee Titans running back Derrick Henry have joined the ownership group of Major League Soccer’s Nashville team ahead of Sunday's opening of Geodis Park, its 30,000-seat stadium.

‘I Was Hurt’: Marlon Wayans Recalls Time Brothers ‘Humiliated’ Him at the Emmys While Weighing in on Oscar Slap

Veteran comedian Marlon Wayans knows a thing or two about being humiliated. While promoting his upcoming HBO Max special, “Marlon Wayans Presents The Headliners,” during […]

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Thandiwe Newton Reacts To Report She Exited 'Magic Mike 3' After Fight With Channing Tatum Over Will Smith Oscars' Slap

Thandiwe Newton refuses the rumor that she was let go from Magic Mike 3 after getting in an argument with Channing Tatum about Will Smith's slap at the Oscars.

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How to watch the 2022 CMT Music Awards

For the first time, the CMT Music Awards is airing on CBS.

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Colin Jost jokes about Will Smith's Oscar ban on 'SNL' moments before Willow Smith takes the stage with Camila Cabello

The "Weekend Update" anchor joked that a real punishment for Smith would be to make him host the Oscars in 2023.

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Academy Board Moves Up Meeting To Discuss Will Smith Oscars Slap

The Board of Governors will meet Friday to discuss possible sanctions against the actor following his slapping of comedian Chris Rock at the Oscars.

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Jason Momoa Gets Cozy With Kate Beckinsale And Has Some Explaining To Do

The "Aquaman" star talked about their rumored romance at a film premiere.

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Woman in Florida pays out $50,000 to have her dead dog cloned

Mourning the death of her 16-year-old dog, the retired pediatrician explored the idea of cloning.

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Animated map : Bucha and a video showing mass grave

Animated city map of Bucha with video showing a mass grave located in the grounds of a church in the town, after the withdrawal of Russian forces from the area west of Kyiv. VIDEOGRAPHIC

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From Ukraine, Zelensky makes an emphatic appeal at Vegas-style Grammys

What happened, who won at the 2022 Grammy Awards.

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'Saturday Night Live' takes aim at Will Smith's infamous slap throughout show

Almost a week after Will Smith's infamous slap at the Oscars, "Saturday Night Live" went to work on making fun of the incident.

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Charles M. Blow on "The Slap" as a cultural Rorschach test

The New York Times columnist examines the myriad takes about Will Smith's physical and verbal confrontation against comedian Chris Rock during the Academy Awards broadcast.

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Smoke rises over Odesa after missile attack

A cloud of smoke covered part of Odesa on Sunday, after at least two explosions were heard from the city located on the Black Sea. (April 4)

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What to expect from the 2022 Grammy Awards

When are the Oscars? Can you watch them online? Who is performing? Who is hosting? We've got you covered.

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SNL’s Michael Che Knocks Jada Pinkett Smith in Fierce Chris Rock Defense

NBCWith his stand-up tour in New Jersey this weekend, it must have been tempting for Chris Rock to drop by his old stomping grounds to address what went down with Will Smith at the Oscars just six days ago. But instead, it was left to “Weekend Update” co-anchors Colin Jost and Michael Che to come to his defense. And they held nothing back.“Intelligence officials are saying that Vladimir Putin is being misinformed by his advisers about how badly the Russian military is performing in Ukraine,” Jos

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Man arrested outside of Chris Rock show in Boston after allegedly assaulting theater staff and police officer

Kaleb Herd allegedly assaulted a police officer as well as a person he was at the show with who tried to deescalate the incident.

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Podcast: In praise of long-scorned Black women’s hair

The Oscars' beef between Chris Rock and Will Smith centered around a frequently maligned topic: the hair of Black women. We examine its politics and meaning.

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Will Smith: Chris Rock's first comments since Oscars slap

The comedian said he is 'still processing what happened' and denied reports he has spoken to Smith.

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Fans react after Chris Rock show in Boston: 'I want my money back'

Reactions were mixed after Chris Rock performed at the Wilbur Theater in Boston days after he was slapped by Will Smith at the Oscars.

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Academy says board's review of Will Smith's "unacceptable" Oscars slap "will take a few weeks"

The Academy's president and CEO said they are "upset and outraged" by Will Smith's behavior.

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Will Smith was asked to leave the Oscars after slapping Chris Rock but he refused, the Academy says

"Mr. Smith's actions at the 94th Oscars were a deeply shocking, traumatic event to witness in-person and on television," the Academy said in a statement Wednesday.

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Joe Rogan slams Will Smith slapping Chris Rock at the Oscars: 'It sets a terrible precedent'

Joe Rogan criticized Will Smith slapping Chris Rock at the 2022 Oscars. The podcaster claimed Smith's action set a "terrible precedent" for the comedy world.

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Jim Carrey says Will Smith ‘should have been’ arrested for hitting Chris Rock at Oscars

‘I’d have announced this morning that I was suing for Will for $200m,’ actor added

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The industry — and the academy — are torn on how to handle Will Smith’s Oscars slap

Industry insiders and experts seem to agree that Will Smith should not have his Oscar revoked for hitting Chris Rock, but little else seems certain.

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Social media explodes during Oscars; TV viewership doesn't

Will Smith's violent slap of Chris Rock during the Academy Awards ceremony had no appreciable difference on the size of the ABC broadcast's television audience.

Chris Rock gets support from Adam Sandler following Oscars incident: 'Love you buddy'

Adam Sandler is showing support for his longtime friend, Chris Rock, following the incident between the comedian and Will Smith during the Oscars on Sunday night.

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Jada Pinkett Smith breaks silence on Oscars slap

Ticket sales for Chris Rock's shows have spiked after Will Smith struck him on-stage at the Oscars

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Jada Pinkett Smith calls for healing after hair joke, Oscars slap

The "Red Table Talk" host broke her silence on Tuesday, calling for healing after an insensitive hair joke saw her husband slap a Chris Rock onstage at the Oscars on Sunday night.

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Daywatch: Nicole Lee confirmed as Chicago’s newest alderman | Fallout continues after Will Smith’s Oscars slap | When to expect Chicago’s last freeze of spring

Good morning, Chicago. Here are some of the top stories you need to know to start your day.

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From Hollywood's illusion factory, some unexpected reality

In the minutes and hours after Will Smith accosted and slapped Chris Rock before a live Oscars audience of millions, many people hurried to social media platforms.

Jimmy Kimmel Nails Will Smith for Laughing at Chris Rock’s Joke Before Smacking Him

ABCJimmy Kimmel ended up not turning his late-night show over to Conan O’Brien Monday night, which meant he had plenty of time to go deep on the wildest thing to happen at the Oscars since he presided over the infamous La La Land-Moonlight mix-up, which now seems oddly quaint by comparison.“It was a big night last night,” the two-time Oscar host began, wondering if there was anyone watching who hadn’t seen Will Smith smack Chris Rock across the face yet. Just in case, he replayed the moment, whi

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Ukrainian troops take back control of eastern town

Ukrainian forces appear to have retaken the town of Trostyanets in the country's east from the Russians. Associated Press reporters on Monday saw Ukrainian soldiers atop tanks, being greeted by the local residents.

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The Night the Oscars Lost Control

The most stunning moment at the Academy Awards was an incident the show refused to examine.

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‘King Richard’ weighs in on Will Smith’s slap of Chris Rock at Oscars

The father of Venus and Serena Williams said Monday he condemns violence a day after Will Smith slapped comedian Chris Rock at the Oscars ceremony — and then

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'Dune' wins 6 Oscars at Academy Awards

Denis Villeneuve’s epic sci-fi film takes home the gold for cinematography, editing, score, visual effects, production design, and sound

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Academy "condemns" Will Smith's actions at Oscars, says it's launching a formal review

"The Academy does not condone violence of any form," the organization said after the telecast.

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Oscars audience tops 15 million, exceeding last year

The television audience for the Academy Awards appears to be up from last year's record low, but is still not at the level that the annual awards show is accustomed to.

Pinkett Smith's hair loss from alopecia at center of spat

Actress Jada Pinkett Smith's hair loss is at the root of the most talked-about moment at Sunday’s Oscars ceremony.

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What's Behind the Slap Will Smith Gave Chris Rock at the Oscars?

After Will Smith slapped Chris Rock at the Oscars for a joke about Jada Pinkett Smith's medical condition, there are renewed conversations about toxic masculinity and concepts of feminine beauty.

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Ricky Gervais appears to comment on Will Smith Oscars drama as he shares The Office joke about alopecia

Comedian told fans how he would have opened 2022 Oscars, had he been hosting

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Where you can stream this year’s Oscar-nominated movies

Look, it’s 2022, and there really shouldn’t be an excuse as to why you haven’t seen this year’s Oscar-nominated films.

The highs, lows, and slaps of the 2022 Oscars

The next time someone tells you the Oscars are boring, remind them of the 2022 ceremony.

Academy Awards commentary: CODA and Will Smith supply memorable Oscar moments

‘The slap’ might have been the headline, but the 94th Academy Awards had its share of breakthroughs.

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‘There Is, Indeed, a Place for Us’

Two beautiful Oscars acceptance speeches from early in the night showed the emotional power of live TV.

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After Will Smith's slap, the Oscars took a turn

It's always a bad sign when the Academy has to say it doesn't condone violence.

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Oscars 2022: All the winners and nominees

Find out which films, actors and directors have won what at the Hollywood ceremony.

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‘Hope they will make up’: Minnie Driver responds to Will Smith hitting Chris Rock at the Oscars

Smith hit Rock while the comedian was on-stage to present the Oscar for Best Documentary on Sunday (27 March)

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Jessica Chastain wins best actress Oscar for 'Tammy Faye'

The Oscars looked kindly on Jessica Chastain.

Will Smith takes a swing at Chris Rock during Oscars over joke about Jada Pinkett Smith

Chris Rock got into a hairy situation with Will Smith at the Oscars Sunday night. Before presenting the award for documentary feature, the comedian took aim at Jada Pinkett Smith, telling her how much he was looking forward to watching her in “G.I. Jane 2.” The 50-year-old actress shaved her head last year while revealing her battle with alopecia, which causes hair loss. Will Smith responded ...

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Will Smith hits Chris Rock during Oscars over bald joke about Jada Pinkett Smith

Chris Rock got into a hairy situation with Will Smith at the Oscars Sunday night. Before presenting the award for documentary feature, the comedian took aim at Jada Pinkett Smith, telling her how much he was looking forward to watching her in “G.I. Jane 2.” The 50-year-old actress shaved her head last year while revealing her battle with alopecia, which causes hair loss. Will Smith responded ...

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'Drive My Car' wins Oscar award for best international film

Japan’s “Drive My Car” has won the Oscar for best international feature.

Deaf actor Kotsur wins Oscar for supporting role in 'CODA'

Troy Kotsur, the first deaf male actor nominated for an Oscar, won best supporting honors for his role in “CODA” at the Academy Awards.

At Oscars, Florida's 'Don't Say Gay' bill target of joke

At the Oscars, they said gay. The first political salvo of Sunday night’s Academy Awards in Los Angeles came in the opening monologue, when Wanda Sykes — one of the trio of hosts for the show — took a thinly veiled jab at Florida’s so-called “Don’t Say Gay” bill that passed a Republican-controlled state legislature earlier this month. “We’re going to have a great night tonight,” said the openly gay Sykes.

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Ariana DeBose wins Oscar for best supporting actress

Ariana DeBose lived up to Oscar predictions and followed the path of her “West Side Story” predecessor Rita Moreno.

Shaq, Curry win Oscars for 'Queen of Basketball' documentary

The story of Lusia Harris only gets better: It’s now won an Oscar.

Breaking down what it takes to produce the Oscars this year

It takes 55 cameras and 1,500 lighting instruments to produce the Oscars this year.

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Momoa, Chastain, Sykes walk the Oscars red carpet

Jason Momoa, Jessica Chastain and co-host Wanda Sykes posed for photographers on the red carpet at the Academy Awards. (March 27)

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Oscars 2022 live updates Red carpet, highlights and analysis from the 94th Academy Awards

Join us as we watch the 94th Academy Awards on Sunday night, and follow along for live updates and analysis of the big moments and award winners.

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2022 Oscars: Red carpet, awards, speeches and more live updates

The show will be hosted by Regina Hall, Amy Schumer and Wanda Sykes.

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Oscars 2022: Full list of nominees and winners

"The Power of the Dog" leads the pack with 12 nominations followed closely by "Dune," which picked up 10 of its own.

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The Oscars are tonight. Here's how to watch or stream live

The 94th Academy Awards are right around the corner.

Oscars to celebrate ‘Godfather,’ ‘Bond' — and 'Bruno'

James Bond didn’t get an Oscar nomination this year, but that doesn’t mean he won’t be part of the ceremony.

Oscars 2022: Who will win, and who SHOULD win on Sunday’s big night

Once again, it’s every movie lover’s favorite time of the year: The Oscars.

Oscars add Mila Kunis, John Travolta as presenters

John Travolta, Mila Kunis and Wesley Snipes are among the latest batch of celebrities who have been added to the Oscars telecast, producers said Friday.

What do you think of these changes to the Oscars?

Bridget and Lindsey discuss changes to the Oscars, crossing a draw-bridge, and a doghouse hit by a meteorite fragment.

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What can the Oscars do to diversify its nominees and winners?

The Academy Awards are happening in March, and in the 94 years the event has been running, only 20 Black actors have won an acting Oscar.

These movies, shows and documentaries should be required viewing for Black History Month

As we all know, February is Black History Month, so it’s a great time to brush up on Black history and educate yourself.

Regina Hall, Amy Schumer, Wanda Sykes to host Oscars

After three years without a host, the Oscars are making up for lost time with three hosts for this year’s awards: Amy Schumer, Regina Hall and Wanda Sykes are set to host the 94th Academy Awards, producer Will Packer said Tuesday.

‘Dune’ director out, KStew in and more Oscars surprises

The 94th Oscar nominations were full of surprises in both satisfying and disappointing ways, but when there are only five nominees in most categories, it’s almost guaranteed that a few favorites will miss the cut.

Scarlett Johansson, Colin Jost reunite for Super Bowl ad

Scarlett Johansson and Colin Jost once made comedy skits on “Saturday Night Live,” but now the married couple will reunite onscreen to dodge a mind-reading Alexa device in a new Super Bowl commercial.

Here are the movies you’ll want to see in theaters over the holidays

If there is one thing for certain, it’s that this year’s holiday season has way more options for movies to see in theaters than in 2020.

Britney, Bennifer, Beatles and Broadway: Pop culture in 2021

It's never easy to define a year in pop culture, especially in a rollercoaster year like 2021, when we were up and down again, and again, and again.

Designer Christopher John Rogers tops starry CFDA awards

Designers Christopher John Rogers, who designed Vice President Kamala Harris' purple inauguration ensemble, and Emily Bode-Aujla have taken top honors at the annual Council of Fashion Designers of America awards.

Oscars enlist Will Packer to produce 94th ceremony

“Girls Trip” producer Will Packer will produce next year’s Oscars.

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Michael J. Fox to receive honorary AARP Purpose Prize Award

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Man who broke into Eminem's home gets probation, time served

A man who broke into Eminem’s suburban Detroit home and allegedly told the rapper “he was there to kill him” has been sentenced to five years probation and time served.

Elton John postpones European shows after hip injury

Elton John says he is postponing European dates on his world tour until 2023 so that he can have an operation on an injured hip.

Jeff Bridges says tumor shrank, COVID 'in rear view mirror'

Jeff Bridges says his cancer is in remission and his COVID-19 case is “in the rear view mirror.”.

Elton John pairs with Nicki, Miley, many more on new album

Elton John is releasing an album of collaborations with artists from several generations and genres, including Nicki Minaj, Young Thug, Miley Cyrus, Lil Nas X, Stevie Nicks and Stevie Wonder.

Beanie Feldstein to lead revival of 'Funny Girl' on Broadway

A Broadway revival of “Funny Girl” is aiming to open next year with Beanie Feldstein in the starring role originated by Barbra Streisand.

NYFF to open with Joel Coen’s ‘The Tragedy of Macbeth’

Joel Coen’s “The Tragedy of Macbeth” starring Frances McDormand and Denzel Washington will have its world premiere on opening night of the New York Film Festival, organizers said Thursday.

Viola Davis memoir 'Finding Me' scheduled for next April

Oscar winner Viola Davis is working on a memoir her publisher calls deeply personal and brutally honest.

SAG Awards will return in February 2022 with 2-hour show

The Screen Actors Guild Awards will return to a two-hour format for its 2022 edition, which will air the last weekend in February.

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Attention Bravo fans: BravoCon is coming back later this year

Football fans have the Super Bowl. Movie fans have the Oscars. And Bravo fans have BravoCon, and luckily for them, it’s coming back this year.

De Niro says leg injury may prevent Tribeca fest appearance

A leg injury may keep Robert De Niro from celebrating the 20th Anniversary of the Tribeca Film Festival in person.

EXPLAINER: What was with that weird Oscar ending?

The 93rd annual Academy Awards were always going to be a bit surreal this year.

Academy Awards television audience plummets to 9.85 million

The Nielsen company says its preliminary estimate shows the Oscars audience on ABC dipped to slightly under 10 million viewers.

The hottest looks from the Oscars red carpet

Rachel and Lindsey talk with Fashionista Roanoke’s Garland Gravely on the hottest looks from the Oscars.

Host Chat: 4/26/21

Join Rachel and Lindsey as they chat about the Oscars and Chick-Fil-A’s newest salad.

Among the Oscar winners: 2 foundations that serve the needy

Two foundations that serve the needy achieved the kind of spotlight at the Academy Awards telecast that any nonprofit yearns for: A shout-out from a famous celebrity to the 10 million or more people estimated to be watching from home.

Oscar moments: History, glamour ... and what a weird ending

It may have been the most abrupt ending since that cut-to-black final shot of “The Sopranos.”.

China mutes reaction to Zhao's Oscars as S. Korea lauds Youn

Chloé Zhao’s history-making Oscars sweep, winning best director and best picture, is being met with a muted response in her country of birth, and even censorship.

Glenn Close knows all about 'Da Butt' in Oscars' game

The premise was simple at the Oscars.

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