Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences

At tonight’s 16th Governors Awards, the Academy is proud to honor four cinematic visionaries whose artistry has defined generations and continues to shape the future of film. • Debbie Allen • Tom Cruise • Wynn Thomas • Dolly Parton Debbie Allen, Tom Cruise, and Wynn Thomas will each receive Academy Honorary Awards, recognizing their extraordinary contributions to cinema. Dolly Parton will be presented with the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award for her philanthropic impact. The 16th Academy Governors Awards - in partnership with ROLEX. #Rolex #PerpetualArts

We’re thrilled to share that Oscar-nominated producer and Academy Producers Branch Governor Jennifer Fox is returning to produce the 16th Governors Awards for the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.

Congratulations again to our 52nd Student Academy Award winners! This past Tuesday we celebrated their hard work, creativity and their collective pieces of work. The ceremony, held in New York City, included remarks by Academy CEO Bill Kramer and Academy President Lynette Howell Taylor. The night’s category presenters included Academy Actors Branch Governor Lou Diamond Phillips and filmmakers Craig Brewer, Jon M. Chu and Alex Woo. We look forward to supporting these filmmakers in their future endeavors! The 52nd Student Academy Awards, presented by ROLEX.

Don't miss the 52nd Student Academy Awards, presented by ROLEX,‬ at the Ziegfeld Ballroom in New York City. Tune in at 3pm PT / 5pm CT! https://bit.ly/46PR7R2

“The glory of art is that it can not only survive change, it can lead it.” Robert Redford reminded us of the power of cinema, of freedom, and of the artists who risk everything to tell their stories. Today, we remember his words, his life and career that forever shaped the landscape of film. Across his extraordinary career, Robert Redford was nominated four times: Best Actor in a Leading Role (THE STING, 1973), Best Director (QUIZ SHOW, 1994), and twice for Best Picture (QUIZ SHOW, 1994; ORDINARY PEOPLE, 1980). He won the Academy Award for Best Director for ORDINARY PEOPLE and received an Honorary Award in 2002, recognizing his contributions as an actor, director, producer, and founder of Sundance.

The Academy has launched six new scientific and technical investigations ahead of the 2026 Scientific and Technical Awards, which will be held on April 28, 2026. Focus areas include CGI shading, stop-motion software, custom animation art styles, safe pyrotechnics, speech restoration, and sound auto-assembly. Individuals and companies working in these areas can submit technologies for review by September 8, 2025. Full Press Release: https://lnkd.in/gHuDWy9b

The Academy and the Academy Software Foundation (ASWF) are joining forces to advance ACES - the global standard for color management in film and beyond. By bringing ACES into the ASWF, we’re ensuring this critical technology continues to evolve with the open source community at its core. Full Press Release: https://lnkd.in/gxfbxNvr

We’re honored to announce Lynette Howell Taylor as the new President of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. A visionary producer, dedicated Governor and Academy member since 2014, Lynette has helped shape the Academy’s future through her leadership as chair of the Board’s Awards Committee. Her election marks an exciting new chapter as we continue celebrating the global film community. We look forward to her leadership as we move boldly into the future. Please join us in welcoming President Howell Taylor. Full Press Release: https://lnkd.in/g93hBdeD

Congratulations to our incredible 97th #Oscars production team on their six Emmy Award nominations. • Outstanding Variety Special (Live) • Outstanding Production Design For A Variety Special • Outstanding Directing For A Variety Special • Outstanding Music Direction • Outstanding Choreography For Variety Or Reality Programming • Outstanding Sound Mixing For A Variety Series Or Special

We’re proud to announce our newly invited members to the Academy! Meet the Class of 2025: https://lnkd.in/g7V8grhN