The 97th Academy Awards will showcase a dazzling array of presenters, with the top celebrities of Hollywood gracing the stage to reveal the recipients of the most esteemed accolades in the movie world.
Among those set to present awards at this year’s Oscars ceremony are renowned actors Samuel L. Jackson, Margaret Qualley, and Zoe Saldaña. The Academy has also confirmed the participation of Dave Bautista, Harrison Ford, Gal Gadot, Alba Rohrwacher, and Rachel Zegler, all of whom will play a key role in unveiling the night’s biggest winners.
Zoe Saldaña Among the Presenters and Nominees
One of the standout presenters, Zoe Saldaña, is also a nominee for Best Supporting Actress for her performance as Rita Castro in Emilia Pérez.
She joins an illustrious group of previously announced presenters, which includes Halle Berry, Scarlett Johansson, Emma Stone, and Spanish actress Penélope Cruz.
Key Details About the Ceremony
The 2025 Academy Awards will take place on Sunday, March 2, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. This year’s ceremony will be hosted by American comedian Conan O’Brien, adding his signature wit to the prestigious event. In Spain, the awards will be broadcast live on Movistar+.
Another notable guest will be Karla Sofía Gascón, the Spanish actress nominated for Best Female Performance. Her attendance follows weeks of controversy surrounding resurfaced posts from her X (formerly Twitter) account, but she is expected to be among the most talked-about stars of the night.
The Order of Award Presentations at the 2025 Oscars
The Oscars will follow this order for the presentation of awards:
- Best Animated Feature
- Best Supporting Actor
- Best Supporting Actress
- Best Documentary Feature
- Best Live Action Short Film
- Best Cinematography
- Best Makeup and Hairstyling
- Best Costume Design
- Best International Feature Film
- Best Documentary Short Subject
- Best Animated Short Film
- Best Production Design
- Best Original Score
- Best Visual Effects
- Best Original Screenplay
- Best Adapted Screenplay
- Best Sound
- Best Original Song
- Best Film Editing
- Best Director
- Best Actor
- Best Actress
- Best Picture
With a spectacular lineup of presenters, emotional acceptance speeches, and Hollywood’s finest in attendance, the 97th Academy Awards promises to be one of the most unforgettable nights in cinema.
