As the stars prepare for Hollywood’s biggest night, the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences is once again facing backlash for the lack of diverse nominees in major categories.
Of the 20 actors recognized in the acting categories, 19 are white. Cynthia Erivo is the only person of colour nominated for her role as Harriet Tubman in “Harriet.”
The Academy is also getting heat for ignoring female directors this year. Only men were nominated in the directing category.
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