The Academy said it will be moving in a new direction as far as music selections go and doing away with live performances of the best original song nominees.

For many involved in the Oscars, the fires have been felt acutely. O'Brien's Pacific Palisades home survived but his family has been unable to go back to it. O'Brien's assistant and podcast co-host Sona Movsesian lost her home.

The Oscars will not feature performances of the five songs nominated for Best Original Song this year in a break from tradition.

Doja Cat stepped out at the 2025 Oscars on March 2 in a daring animal-print look. She's set to perform alongside Lisa and RAYE.

Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande of 'Wicked' and other acts will perform on the 2025 Oscar show. Sources said a tribute to the music of James Bond is in the mix.

Doja Cat, Lisa of Blackpink, Queen Latifah and Raye also will perform on the telecast. Wicked ’s Oscar-nominated stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo will perform on Sunday’s Oscars, The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed.

Plus: Doja Cat, LISA of Blackpink, Queen Latifah, and RAYE will also take the stage on Sunday night.

Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, and Doja Cat are among the stars set to perform at the 2025 Oscars on March 2. Hosted by Conan O’Brien, the star-studded ceremony will be held at the Dolby Theatre in Ovation Hollywood and broadcast live on ABC and Hulu.

Six powerhouse women – Doja Cat, Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, LISA of BLACKPINK, Queen Latifah and Raye – will perform at the 2025 Oscars on Sunday, March 2, at the Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood. The show also will feature a special appearance by the Los Angeles Master Chorale.

Doja Cat and Raye — who joined Lisa on "Born Again" — are also scheduled to hit the stage at Hollywood's biggest night

Doja Cat, Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, BLACKPINK’s LISA, Queen Latifah and Raye are all scheduled to perform at the 2025 Oscars, taking place live on Sunday, March 2 from the Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood.