The venue in downtown Los Angeles will once again host Hollywood’s biggest event of the year. Here’s everything you need to know about it.

With wildfires ripping through Southern California in January, Hollywood's biggest night faced a terrifying threat as the Dolby Theatre stood on the path of a fire.

But before the awards ceremony itself begins, the stars are walking the iconic Red Carpet where fashion takes center stage. Hosted by comedian and podcaster Conan O’Brien, the ceremony is broadcast live on ABC and,

Hollywood's biggest stars walked the red carpet on Sunday before the 97th annual Academy Awards in Los Angeles, bringing the glitz, glam and wow! Here were the best moments from the red carpet, including amazing looks and lovely moments.

“Emilia Pérez” leads the pack with 13 Oscar nominations, but “Wicked” and “The Brutalist” are close behind. The 2025 Oscars opened with its biggest musical voices. “Wicked” star Ariana Grande launched into “The Wizard of Oz” classic “Somewhere Over the Rainbow,” following a visual package celebrating the city of Los Angeles.

This is a collection of photos chosen by AP photo editors.

The red carpet is open ahead of the 97th Academy Awards, which are set to kick off at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles at 7 p.m. Eastern/4 p.m. Pacific.

Stars are having fun on their way into the Oscars. Best supporting actress nominee Ariana Grande, dressed in a baby pink gown with a tulle skirt, and Elle Fanning, in lacy white, held hands and laughed as they arrived.

Hollywood’s biggest stars and most talented artists are set to be honored Sunday evening during the 97th Academy Awards held at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood. But before the awards ceremony ...