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.
Alien Ant Farm expressed disappointment over being removed from the Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4 soundtrack remake, feeling their song 'Wish' was well-suited and did well in the original. The decision was made by Tony Hawk to include a mix of new and classic tracks, aiming to encourage music discovery among players.
BAFTA faced backlash for omitting Matthew Perry from the In Memoriam segment of its Film Awards ceremony, prompting the organization to announce plans to honor the late actor at its Television Awards in May 2024. Perry, best known for his role as Chandler Bing in "Friends," also had a notable film career. The decision to exclude him from the tribute sparked criticism, with fans expressing disappointment on social media. Perry passed away in October at the age of 54, and had previously been honored during the In Memoriam segment at the Emmys.