Oscars could be canceled for the first time in their history as devastating wildfires ravage Los Angeles. The Academy is considering drastic measures to respond to the crisis and help the victims.

There is no official word if the 97th annual Academy Awards will be canceled. As of Jan. 14, 2025, the show is slated to air on its original date. Though the Oscars ceremony is set to go on as planned, the annual Oscars Nominees Luncheon—scheduled for Feb. 10—was canceled.

Oscar nominations, other awards season events and several LA-based shows have been affected by the California fires.

Oscar nominations for the 97th Academy Awards have been delayed again due to Los Angeles-area fires. The announcement is now set for Jan. 23, with voting extended to Jan. 17.

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January, and there aren't even nominations for the Oscars. The date for the official announcement of candidates for the most prestigious film awards is being continually postponed. However, there are reports that the gala might not occur at all.

Oscars are at risk of being canceled for the first time in their 96-year history due to the devastating fires raging in Los Angeles. According to American media, Academy