Oscars 2020: Luke Perry excluded from the In Memoriam tribute segment

Oscars has  trition of houring artists who have contributed to  cinema by giving m a tribute at ceremony. This year, Oscars failed to pay tribute to Luke Perry in its In Memoriam tribute. However, y did pay tribute to NBA legend Kobe Bryant who, along with his daughter, died in a tragic helicopter crash recently. Godfar producer Robert Evans, screenwriter Buck Henry, Men in Black star Rip Torn, Ble Runner star Rutger Hauer, Pillow Talk actress and singer Doris Day were among few who were remembered in this segment.

Oscars 2020: Luke Perry excluded from In Memoriam tribute

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Perry’s exclusion drew attention as his last film was minated in best film category. Perry h last worked on Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, which is why people over social media were enrd with his lack of mention. Fans over social media pointed called out Acemy and demanded answers.

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Fans have argued that Luke was a staple face during ’90s and was a beloved actor. Oscar left out few or names as well, including Cameron Boyce, Jan-Michael Vincent, Michael J Pollard and Tim Conway. Perry passed away last year in February after suffering a stroke. actor was houred at 2019 Emmy Awards and in 2020 SAG awards as well.

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