The In Memoriam segment at the Oscars is always one of the most emotional moments of the show. This year was no exception, as the 96th Academy Awards celebrate artists, directors and craft talents who passed away in the past year. The In Memoriam segment began with a remembrance of Alexei Navalny, the political prisoner who died on February 16 and was profiled in last year's winning documentary “Navalny.”
The names that appeared on screen were Andrea Bocelli and his son Matteo sang “Time to Say Goodbye”.
Every year, the Academy leaves some beloved names out of the montage, much to the chagrin of some viewers. Although a much longer list is offered on Oscars.org, the furore over who appears on screen is part of the Oscars-watching tradition.
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This year, several beloved artists and filmmakers did not participate in the main cast, including Treat Williams, Angus Cloud, Lance Reddick, Norman Lear, Bert Young, Lance Reddick, Ron Cephas Jones, Suzanne Somers, and Terrence Davies. With the exception of Cloud, their names were shown on a brief group slide at the end of the clip.
Among the talent recognized during the segment are actors Ryan O'Neal, Tom Wilkinson, Jane Birkin, Richard Roundtree, Glenda Jackson and Carl Weathers. Filmmakers William Friedkin and Norman Jewison were also remembered.
Although they were known more for their television careers, Matthew Perry and Andre Braugher also appeared on screen. Tina Turner, Robbie Robertson, and Ryuichi Sakamoto are also included.
In 2023, Anne Heche and Charlby Dean are among the people who are not mentioned on-screen.
