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The 2026 Grammys In Memoriam segment will feature performances by Lauryn Hill, Post Malone, Slash and others to honor music icons who have died, including D’Angelo, Ozzy Osbourne, Roberta Flack and more.
The Hollywood Reporter’s Daniel Fienberg lauds Bad Bunny’s big night and message at the 68th Grammys, but says Trevor Noah’s hosting was warm yet forgettable, lacking a guiding through-line. The show delivered spectacular performances (Sabrina Carpenter, Tyler, the Creator, Bruno Mars, Lady Gaga, Justin Bieber) and a standout In Memoriam sequence, yet a few missteps—such as Cher’s awkward presenting moment and a finale that sagged—left the telecast ending on a lull rather than a peak. Overall, it was entertaining in the middle with passion and spectacle sustaining it, even if the wrap didn’t land as strongly as the middle sections.
Hulk Hogan was notably omitted from the Emmys 'In Memoriam' segment, which his ex-wife Linda Hogan suspects was politically motivated due to his support for right-wing causes, despite his broad popularity and contributions to television and wrestling history.
The 77th Primetime Emmy Awards' In Memoriam segment omitted several notable industry figures including Graham Greene, Tony Todd, Lynne Marie Stewart, Polly Holliday, Jonathan Joss, and Hulk Hogan, sparking social media criticism for their absence from the tribute.
The Emmy Awards' In Memoriam segment paid tribute to many TV stars but notably omitted some, including Polly Holliday, Hulk Hogan, and others, leading to criticism over the segment's exclusions, which are often due to time constraints and the prominence of the individuals in the entertainment industry.
At the Emmy Awards, Phylicia Rashad paid tribute to her 'Cosby Show' co-star Malcom Jamaal Warner during the In Memoriam segment, which notably omitted other notable figures like Hulk Hogan and Polly Holliday, sparking social media discussion about the segment's omissions.
At the 2025 Emmy Awards, Phylicia Rashad paid tribute to Malcolm-Jamal Warner, who passed away in a drowning accident in Costa Rica, highlighting his impact as Theo Huxtable on The Cosby Show and his contributions to television and film. Rashad emphasized the lasting influence of those who have transitioned, celebrating Warner's talent and legacy.
Kris Jenner's sister Karen Houghton passed away unexpectedly at the age of 65. Kris shared the news and expressed her deep sadness, describing Karen as kind, sensitive, and funny. She emphasized the importance of cherishing loved ones and expressing love, reflecting on the preciousness of life. The siblings had been estranged but appeared to be on better terms in recent years.
Viewers of the 2024 Oscars expressed outrage over the botched In Memoriam segment, criticizing the presentation for featuring dancers and obstructing the view of deceased stars' names and faces. Many took to social media to voice their frustration, with some calling it an "astronomical failure" and a "disgrace." The tribute, which included Andrea Bocelli and his son Matteo singing, was marred by poor visibility and omissions of notable figures, leading to widespread disappointment and criticism.
The Oscars' "In Memoriam" segment at the 96th Academy Awards paid tribute to several stars and industry figures who passed away, but notable omissions such as Lance Reddick, Treat Williams, and Terence Davis sparked criticism on social media. These individuals, along with others, were included in a larger list at the end of the segment, leading to backlash over their placement and visibility during the tribute.
The In Memoriam segment of the 96th Oscars left out several beloved late performers and filmmakers, including Treat Williams, Angus Cloud, Lance Reddick, Norman Lear, Burt Young, Ron Cephas Jones, Suzanne Somers, and Terence Davies. Their names were shown on a brief collective slide at the end of the segment, causing outrage among some viewers. The segment also recognized actors Ryan O’Neal, Tom Wilkinson, Jane Birkin, and others, while leaving out some notable names.
The Oscars' "In Memoriam" segment at the 96th Annual Academy Awards faced criticism for including an interpretive dance alongside the traditional video tribute to stars who passed away over the past year. Viewers slammed the performance as "distracting" and "not necessary," with some also noting the exclusion of certain late stars from the tribute footage. The omissions sparked further backlash, with some defending the exclusions based on the actors' primarily TV-related work.
The Oscars 2024 In Memoriam segment paid tribute to numerous actors, filmmakers, composers, and other industry professionals who passed away in the last year, including Michael Gambon, Norman Jewison, Harry Belafonte, and others. The segment ended with a montage of additional names and a link to the Academy's website for more. The names for the In Memoriam segment are chosen by a committee based on their contributions to filmmaking, and while the list is never long enough to include all possible honorees, the Oscars also has a list online honoring Academy members who have passed away in the past year.
The Oscars' in memoriam segment at the Academy Awards opened with a clip of Russian opposition leader Aleksei Navalny from the documentary "Navalny," followed by tributes to industry figures who passed away, including stars like Harry Belafonte and Chita Rivera, and filmmakers like Norman Jewison. Andrea Bocelli performed "Time to Say Goodbye" alongside his son, Matteo Bocelli. The segment also honored other notable figures from the film industry, such as Alan Arkin, Glenda Jackson, and Tina Turner.
Captain Charlie "Griff" Griffin, known for appearing on Wicked Tuna: Outer Banks, and his dog Leila have tragically passed away in a boating accident off the coast of North Carolina. The Coast Guard was alerted to the incident, and while Griffin's body has been recovered, the search for the second person continues. The Wicked Tuna family and fans mourn the loss of Griffin, who was a prominent figure in the show's portrayal of the treacherous fishing grounds of the Outer Banks.