Rachel Zegler Invited to Oscars as a Presenter After Not Getting a Ticket
variety.comJordan Moreau “West Side Story” star Rachel Zegler may be going to the Oscars after all.The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has invited the young star to be a presenter at this Sunday’s Oscars, Variety has confirmed, after Zegler revealed that she didn’t receive a ticket to the show this past weekend.Zegler is currently in London filming Disney’s “Snow White” remake, in which she plays the title role.
The movie is deep into production, and the filming schedule would have to be adjusted in order to allow Zegler to attend the Oscars.
The Academy has yet to officially confirm Zegler’s participation, as it does with other celebrity presenters.“West Side Story” is up for seven Oscars, including best picture, director, sound, costume design, production design, cinematography and supporting actress, where co-star Ariana DeBose is the heavily favored frontrunner.
On Sunday, Zegler revealed on Instagram that she hadn’t received a ticket to the Oscars and was hoping for a “last minute miracle.”“Idk y’all, I have tried it all, but it doesn’t seem to be happening.
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