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star-studded affair. But things just got all the more fabulous with the announcement that the proceedings will be graced with an appearance by none other than Beyoncé.The Academy of Motion Picture Arts made the announcement that the iconic songstress will appear during the Sunday 3/27 broadcast with a performance of her Best Original Song nominee, “Be Alive,” from the motion picture King Richard.According to Deadline, speculation is swirling that Beyoncé will not hit the Dolby Theater stage for her performance, as is tradition.

King Richard alongside Dixson, may be performing it during the telecast, reports.Beyoncé’s team is reportedly “in deep talks with producers” about performing her nominated track virtually from tennis courts in Compton, California—the very place where King Richard subjects Venus and Serena Williams began playing. According to Variety’s sources, she could potentially open the show after a live introduction from the film’s best actor nominee, Will Smith, who would then head to the Dolby Theatre.Although this is Beyoncé’s first Oscar nomination, it wouldn’t be her first performance at the awards show.

King Richard, the film’s star and co-producer Will Smith popped by a red carpet for some friendly banter - and, natch, Venus Williams nailed it.  At the Producers Guild Awards last weekend, Venus Williams and Will Smith enjoyed a bit of playful back-and-forth on the red carpet. Take a look below: Will Smith crashes Venus Williams' interview on the #PGAs red carpet.

The stars were out for thethe 33rd Annual Producers Guild Of America Awards in Los Angeles on Saturday at theFairmont Century Plaza Hotel.The ceremony honors the best in theatrical motion pictures, animated features, Television series and specials and televised/streamed motion pictures of2021.The biographical sports drama film King Richard, starring Will Smith as the father of tennis legends Venus and Serena Williams, is among the 10 films vying for the prestigiousDarryl F. Zanuck Award For Outstanding Producer of Theatrical Motion Pictures.

Will Smith is hitting the red carpet with the Williams sisters!

Many of the brightest stars in Hollywood headed out for a night in New York City, honoring some of the best films of the year at the National Board of Review Awards.Will Smith was honored for playing Serena and Venus Williams' father Richard Williams in King Richard, and during his speech about the dreams of every parent, turned his attention to Bradley Cooper, who he called, 'so beautiful.'Cooper was on hand to present the Breakthrough Performance Award to his Licorice Pizza co-stars Alana Haim and Cooper Hoffman, and he responded when taking the stage. Will's speech:Will Smith was honored for playing Serena and Venus Williams' father Richard Williams in King Richard, and during his speech about the dreams of every parent, turned his attention to Bradley Cooper, who he called, 'so beautiful' Response:Cooper was on hand to present the Breakthrough Performance Award to his Licorice Pizza co-stars Alana Haim and Cooper Hoffman, and he responded when taking the stageSmith was presented the award by Trevor Noah, continuing his impressive run of acting accolades leading up to the Oscars on March 27.Smith was talking about his character Richard Williams, saying, 'When he put the clothes on, he was trying to play a role for the world.

Kelly Clarkson is ready for the season in both her look and her garden furniture. PHOTOS: Inside Kelly Clarkson's jaw-dropping $5. 4m LA mega-mansionThe Kelly Clarkson Show host looked phenomenal in a waist-cinching floral mini-dress as she cuddled up to her pet pooch Henry.

Piers Morgan, 56, denounced critics of Jane Campion, 67, after the director apologised for making a “thoughtless” comment about tennis legends Venus and Serena Williams.The broadcaster took to his Twitter account yesterday to clarify Jane’s intentions in view of his 7.9 million followers.Jane faced the outrage of social media users after she told the tennis pros they “don't play against the guys like she has to” during her acceptance speech at the Critics Choice Awards on Sunday.Reacting to the news she had now apologised for her remarks, Piers tweeted: “It was a joke.“Why is she apologising? God, the humour cops are so bloody exhausting.”Other Twitter users agreed with the former Good Morning Britain, stressing that Jane did not intend to offend anyone with her remark.Morm333 said: “OMG, I’m sure it was a tongue in cheek comment! It’s called humour.“Why do we have to dissect and analyse everything nowadays.

Jane Campion has issued an apology for a remark she made toward tennis greats Venus and Serena Williams at the Critics' Choice Awards on Sunday that landed her in hot water while accepting her award for best director. "I made a thoughtless comment equating what I do in the film world with all that Serena Williams and Venus Williams have achieved.

Oscar-nominated, multi-award-winning director of The Power of the Dog, apologized on Monday for telling the tennis stars Serena and Venus Williams they “do not play against the guys like I have to”, during an acceptance speech at the Critics Choice Awards (CCA) on Sunday. Related: Jane Campion calls actor Sam Elliott ‘sexist’ for criticizing Power of the Dog In a statement, Campion said: “I made a thoughtless comment equating what I do in the film world with all that Serena Williams and Venus Williams have achieved.

27th Annual Critic’s Choice Awards brought out stars from film and streaming in droves for a glamorous night of recognition and shoulder-rubbing in Los Angeles on Sunday night. Tennis legends Venus Williams and Serena Williams were in the building to support Will Smith, Aunjanue Ellis, Saniyya Sidney and Demi Singleton for their multiple nominations for the biopic of their father Richard Williams. Though neither sister was not personally nominated, they ended up becoming a hot topic of conversation on Monday morning when fans caught wind of film director Jane Campion’s on-stage mention of them.While accepting the award for Best Director award for the Western psychological drama Power of the Dog, Jane Campion began a stream of consciousness expression of thanks, suddenly realizing the greatness she was in the presence of being in the same room with the Olympic gold medal-winning sisters.“Venus and Serena, what an honor to be in the room with you,” Campion said to the sisters.

A poor choice of words? Jane Campion is speaking out after her 2022 Critics’ Choice Awards comment about Serena Williams and Venus Williams drew backlash.

Critics Choice Awards, when she made a comment about Serena and Venus Williams during an acceptance speech.Campion took home the awards for Best Director and Best Adapted Screenplay for her work on at the ceremony. It was while accepting the former award that Campion said, «Serena and Venus, you are such marvels.

Critics Choice Awards.After winning the award for Best Director for The Power Of The Dog at the ceremony on Sunday (March 13), Campion compared her achievements to the Williams sisters during her acceptance speech. The tennis superstars were in the room to support the film King Richard, where Will Smith plays their father Richard Williams.“Venus and Serena, you’re such marvels,” said Campion during her speech. “However, you don’t play against the guys, like I have to.”The comment, while warmly received in the room, was subsequently criticised by many on social media for comparing her struggles to those of two Black women.In a statement released following the backlash (via Variety), Campion said: “I made a thoughtless comment equating what I do in the film world with all that Serena Williams and Venus Williams have achieved.

Jane Campion is walking back on her Critics’ Choice Awards speech.

The Power of the Dog, but her latest statements have sparked a much different reaction. On Sunday, March 13, Campion won the for best director and delivered an acceptance speech that many say minimizes the experience of Black women and athletes. During her speech, the New Zealand director compared herself to tennis legends and , who were at the awards ceremony to support their film King Richard and the film's star , who was awarded best actor for his performance.“It’s absolutely stunning to be here tonight among so many incredible women.

Jane Campion has released an apology to Venus and Serena Williams after making a controversial remark during her Critics Choice Awards acceptance speech for Best Director.

Zack Sharf Jane Campion is apologizing for a controversial comment she made about Serena and Venus Williams while accepting the best director prize at the 2022 Critics Choice Awards. The filmmaker said in a statement, “I made a thoughtless comment equating what I do in the film world with all that Serena Williams and Venus Williams have achieved.

Jodie Turner-Smith has blasted Jane Campion for displaying ‘peak white feminism’ with her comments about Venus and Serena Williams.The Power of the Dog director was honoured for her work on the Western film – which stars Benedict Cumberbatch and Kirsten Dunst, and was also recognised for Best Adapted Screenplay and Best Picture – has been criticised for her remark about the tennis aces.While accepting the award for best director, the 67-year-old turned her attention to the Willams sisters, who executive produced the critically-acclaimed movie King Richard, starring Will Smith as their father.‘Serena and Venus, you are such marvels. However, you do not play against the guys like I have to,’ she said, with a stunned reaction from the audience which broke out into applause.Queen & Slim star Jodie wrote: ‘jane taking time out of her best director speech to tell two Black women that she is more oppressed than them is PEAK white feminism.

Jane Campion, 67, caused quite a stir when she brought up Serena, 40, and Venus Williams, 41, in her acceptance speech at the 2022 Critics Choice Awards. After the Power of the Dog filmmaker won ‘Best Director’ for her Netflix movie on March 13, Jane gave a lengthy speech during which she initially praised the Williams sisters. “What an honor to be in the room with you,” Jane said about the tennis superstars, before joking that she’s taken up the sport but stopped due to “tennis elbow.”

Serena and Venus Williams stepped out on the red carpet of the 2022 Critics Choice Awards in two phenomenal gowns and left everyone speechless. The two tennis professionals made sure to dress to impress as they walked among the stars at the award ceremony as King Richard, a film about their father Richard Williams, was nominated. Eldest sister Venus wowed in a silver metallic gown by Atelier Versace which consisted of a plunging neckline and two waist-high splits which showed off her look perfectly.