Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is responding to criticism over the omission of notable celebrities’ names during the Academy Awards’ “In Memoriam” segment.
According to a report from TMZthe Academy has acknowledged viewers’ frustration after actors like Eric Dane and James Van Der Beek, who both died in February, were left out of the tribute.
A source close to the Academy told the outlet that it receives hundreds of requests every year to include deceased industry figures in the segment.
These entries are judged by a committee made up of representatives from various branches of the organization.
And then the committee decides which names will appear during the broadcast, taking into account the limited running time of the show.
While a list of names may appear during the live broadcast, the insider noted that all submitted names are on the official Oscars website.
These names will remain on the website all year round.
The omissions caused a strong reaction online, leaving fans wondering why these insults happen every year.
Because both Eric Dane and Van Der Beek are famous for their TV work, although they have also appeared in films, viewers have argued that their names should have appeared on television.
