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Episode Date: March 16, 2026

Oscars producers Raj Kapoor and Katy Mullan revel in their successful live broadcast, marked by surprises and quick thinking. Kumail Nanjianis smooth announcement of the tied best live-action short film and Conan OBriens impromptu reactions highlighted the evening. Tough cuts, like ending speeches sharply, ensured the show stayed under three and a half hours. The in memoriam segment was emotional, with winners paying tribute to legends. Kapoor thanked over seven hundred crew members, and while Conans return is uncertain, they enjoyed working with him. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[e-mail] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [e-mail]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/36c3ebcb2b0e6050

Entertainment stories making news on March 16th. Oscar's producers Raj Kapoor and Katie Mullen are riding high after the show. They pulled off a live broadcast packed with surprises, and despite being wiped out the next day, Kapoor called it an amazing feeling. With their Emmy win from two years back, they know live TV means staying ready for anything. A standout moment came with the tie for Best Live Action Short Film. Kumail Nanjiani announced it smoothly on stage, saying he was not joking. Kapoor praised the team's quick pivots amid fast cues, automation, and choreography.

Viewers caught Conan O'Brien's spot-on reactions, even when it looked like he got surprised during his speech. His improv magic made it hard to tell what was planned. Meanwhile, the Electric Center's performance kept going post-commercial as the crowd and musicians partied on. Keeping things on track meant tough cuts, like ending the best original song speech, sharp with orchestra music, to hit under three and a half hours. nominees get speech guidelines, but late in the show, time rules all to stay fair. The in-memorium hit hard emotionally with stars honoring legends like Rob Reiner and Robert Redford. Winners gave connecting speeches too, and Kippur thanked over 700 crew members for making it special. As for Conan returning next year, they loved working with him but are not sure yet.

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