YouTube is tossing its hat in the ring to host the Academy Awards, per a report from Bloomberg.

YouTube, which is interested in expanding to live events, has inquired about becoming the next home of the Academy Awards, ...

It is highly unlikely that the Academy Awards will stream on YouTube in 2026 or the immediate future. Firstly, YouTube has just inquired about the streaming rights and has yet to finalize a deal.

The last new award category created was achievement in casting, established in 2024. It will begin with next year’s 98th Academy Awards for films released in 2025.

The Academy Awards is reportedly looking for a new home following their deal with ABC. YouTube is reportedly entering the competition for the rights to air the Oscars ...

Nine months into 2025, the machinery of Oscar campaigning has reached peak operational velocity. But beneath the familiar ...

YouTube is vying to host the Oscars from 2028, competing with the biggest streamers and trade networks for the preeminent ...

If the Academy Awards have any interest in preserving their legitimacy—or even basic credibility—they must consider rescinding the Oscar handed to “No Other Land” for Best Documentary. To ...

The Academy does, however, say that an honorary award cannot be “voted posthumously.” The members of the Board themselves are also ineligible to receive one.