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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Lauren Morris

Who did the Oscars omit from the 2026 In Memoriam segment?

Oscars Brigitte Bardot Eric Dane James Van Der Beek
  • The 2026 Academy Awards featured an emotional In Memoriam segment, paying tribute to various Hollywood figures who passed away.
  • The segment honoured stars such as Robert Redford, Diane Keaton, and Rob Reiner, with tributes delivered by Billy Crystal, Rachel McAdams, and Barbra Streisand.
  • However, viewers noted the absence of several high-profile names, including French film icon Brigitte Bardot.
  • Bardot's omission is speculated to be due to her controversial far-right political views and a negative reaction at a recent César Awards tribute.
  • Other notable figures not included were actors James Van Der Beek, James Ransone, Bud Cort, Malcolm-Jamal Warner, Robert Carradine and Eric Dane, and IMAX pioneer David Keighley, whose son expressed disappointment.

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Brigitte Bardot, James Van Der Beek and Eric Dane snubbed in Oscars’ In Memoriam tribute

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