For the first time in like EVER, 2021 had a multiple of amazing Latino-led films and here's an opportunity to showcase our people in awards shows.
Others urged the Academy to issue a formal apology to Rachel, maintaining that she “deserves to be there.” “Please invite #RACHELZEGLER to the Oscars with a full apology,” one tweet read. How about the rare time that Latine people have a movie nominated for an OSCAR you invite the lead. THE INVESTIGATION THAT CHANGED THE BANKING INDUSTRYA BuzzFeed News investigation, in partnership with the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists, based on thousands of documents the government didn't want you to see.READ NOW Hey @ABCNetwork You moved the ONE Latine show you have to Hulu and @TheAcademy claims to want to embrace diversity. Racism, or oversight;#RachelZegler lead actor of #WestSideStory did not get invited to the #Oscars? It's a significant thing, and she deserves an invite, and a sincere apology. How about the rare time that Latine people have a movie nominated for an OSCAR you invite the lead. “Hey @ABCNetwork You moved the ONE Latine show you have to Hulu and @TheAcademy claims to want to embrace diversity. “that goes for film productions (like the one I am so lucky to be currently shooting in london) ... and awards shows alike. Rachel, if you didn’t know, is of Colombian descent, and previously told BuzzFeed about her aim to increase Latinx representation in Hollywood, with her leading role in being a prime example. She went on to like another user’s commentary about the wider lack of Latinx representation at the Oscars. “Wait… what?! “i will root for West Side Story from my couch and be proud of the work we so tirelessly did 3 years ago,” she wrote. I really hope The Academy makes this right.”
Rachel Zegler, who starred as Maria in last year's “West Side Story” remake, said Sunday she was not invited to attend the Academy Awards.
“It’s supposed to be that little girls, little boys, little folks are able to look at a screen and see someone that represents them in any way possible,” she said. that goes for film productions (like the one I am so lucky to be currently shooting in london)…” “I will root for west side story from my couch and be proud of the work we so tirelessly did 3 years ago.”
'Find Rachel a seat at the Oscars,' tweeted Russ Tamblyn, who played Riff in the 1961 version of 'West Side Story,' after Zegler wasn't invited.
Tamblyn is far from the only entertainment luminary in Zegler’s corner. “She STARS in #Westsidestory which is nominated across the board. When they say representation matters, this is what that means.
"West Side Story" star Rachel Zegler shared in comments on her Instagram page that she was not invited to the 2022 Academy Awards.
“It’s supposed to be that little girls, little boys, little folks are able to look at a screen and see someone that represents them in any way possible,” she said. that goes for film productions (like the one I am so lucky to be currently shooting in london)…” “I will root for west side story from my couch and be proud of the work we so tirelessly did 3 years ago.”
The actor, who's currently shooting Disney's 'Snow White' in London, expressed her disappointment at missing the ceremony on Instagram.
That goes for film productions (like the one I am so lucky to be currently shooting in london)…and awards shows alike. “I will root for west side story from my couch and be proud of the work we so tirelessly did 3 years ago. “We live in such unprecedented times, and a lot of work behind the scenes goes into making movie magic happen. Zegler is currently shooting Disney's live action Snow White in London, a commitment that prevented Zegler from attending the National Board of Review gala, where she won best actress. Zegler caused an internet storm lat week when she revealed on Instagram that she had previously not been invited to the ceremony, despite starring in Steven Spielberg's best picture nominee. Per The Hollywood Reporter, West Side Story star Rachel Zegler has been asked to present at Sunday's Oscar ceremony.
On Sunday (March 20th), West Side Story actress Rachel Zegler revealed that she doesn't have a ticket to the Oscars. Fans were shocked to hear the news, ...
I will root for ‘West Side Story’ from my couch and be proud of the work we so tirelessly did three years ago. So proud of our movie.” On Sunday (March 20th), West Side Story actress Rachel Zegler revealed that she doesn’t have a ticket to the Oscars. Fans were shocked to hear the news, especially since the film is up for so many awards this year, and she is the leading actress.
The film, directed by Steven Spielberg, has been nominated for seven Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Supporting Actress, and Best ...
She stars alongside Ansel Elgort, Mike Faist, and Ariana DeBose, who was nominated for Best Supporting Actress for her portrayal of Anita. "I will root for 'West Side Story' from my couch and be proud of the work we so tirelessly did three years ago. Zegler has attended several red carpets and award shows celebrating the film. "West Side Story" actress Rachel Zegler revealed this weekend that she was not invited to the 94th Academy Awards, even though she played the lead role in the Oscar-nominated adaptation of the hit musical. The remaining tickets are given to film studios, which are allowed to distribute them as they see fit. Zegler announced the news in her Instagram comments Sunday, replying to a fan's question about what she would wear on Oscar night.
Oscars 2022: Rachel Zegler's movie is nominated for a best picture Academy Award, but she says she'll be celebrating that like the rest of us.
Nominees (Zegler is not nominated) receive tickets, as do presenters, with additional tickets given to studios to distribute as they see fit.CNN has reached out to reps for the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for comment.The 94th Oscars will be held on Sunday at the Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood and televised live on ABC. Zegler responded, "i'm not invited so sweatpants and my boyfriend's flannel." "Idk y'all i have tried it all but it doesn't seem to be happening :') I will root for west side story from my couch and be proud of the work we so tirelessly did 3 years ago," she went on to say."