John Travolta.Photo: Kevin Winter/GettyTheOscars2023 paid tribute to Hollywood stars and filmmakers who died in the past year.At the 95th annual Academy Awards on Sunday,Lenny Kravitzperformed the song “Calling All Angels” during the In Memoriam segment, which honored late stars such asRay Liotta,Angela Lansbury,James Caan,Raquel Welch, Kirstie Alley, Robbie Coltrane, Louise Fletcher,Burt Bacharachand more. See the full segmenthere.John Travoltaintroduced the segment, payingtributeto his lateGreasecostarOlivia Newton-John, who died in August at 73.“In this industry, we have the rare luxury of getting to do what we love for a living, and sometimes getting to do it with people that we come to love,” Travolta, 69, said. “Since tonight is a celebration of the work and the accomplishments of our community and this past year, it is only fitting then that we celebrate those we’ve lost who’ve dedicated their lives to their craft, both in front of and behind the camera. Through their immeasurable contributions, each of them left an individual and indelible mark that shared and informed us.““They’ve touched our hearts. They’ve made us smile, and became dear friends who we will always remain hopelessly devoted to,” Travolta added while becoming emotional.Travolta posted a loving tribute to Newton-John after news of her death in August, praising her “incredible” impact.“My dearest Olivia, you made all of our lives so much better,” he captioneda throwback photoof Newton-John at the time. “Your impact was incredible. I love you so much. We will see you down the road and we will all be together again. Yours from the moment I saw you and forever! Your Danny, your John!“Lenny Kravitz.PATRICK T. FALLON/AFP via GettyLeft out of the broadcast’s In Memoriam segment were Anne Heche, Paul Sorvino and model/actressCharlbi Dean, who had a lead role inTriangle of Sadness, a film nominated for three Oscars this year, including Best Picture. Shediedofbacterial sepsis in Augustat age 32.The film’s producer Erik Hemmendorffrecently toldThe Hollywood Reporterabout working with the South African model/actress, saying, “She was just one of those people who made everyone feel great always. You could do as many takes as you want. She was always ready for the next one, a professional. The nicest, most easygoing person, very hardworking. She was one of a kind.“Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.Liottadied suddenly in May at 67. He currently appears in the new filmCocaine Bear. Hisdaughter Karsen, 24, said duringhis Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony last month, “I couldn’t be more proud of him. He was a one of a kind actor and the best friend, brother and father anyone could have asked for. I lucked out with you.“The Oscarsare airing live on ABC on Sunday, March 12, at 8 p.m. ET.
John Travolta.Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty
TheOscars2023 paid tribute to Hollywood stars and filmmakers who died in the past year.At the 95th annual Academy Awards on Sunday,Lenny Kravitzperformed the song “Calling All Angels” during the In Memoriam segment, which honored late stars such asRay Liotta,Angela Lansbury,James Caan,Raquel Welch, Kirstie Alley, Robbie Coltrane, Louise Fletcher,Burt Bacharachand more. See the full segmenthere.John Travoltaintroduced the segment, payingtributeto his lateGreasecostarOlivia Newton-John, who died in August at 73.“In this industry, we have the rare luxury of getting to do what we love for a living, and sometimes getting to do it with people that we come to love,” Travolta, 69, said. “Since tonight is a celebration of the work and the accomplishments of our community and this past year, it is only fitting then that we celebrate those we’ve lost who’ve dedicated their lives to their craft, both in front of and behind the camera. Through their immeasurable contributions, each of them left an individual and indelible mark that shared and informed us.““They’ve touched our hearts. They’ve made us smile, and became dear friends who we will always remain hopelessly devoted to,” Travolta added while becoming emotional.Travolta posted a loving tribute to Newton-John after news of her death in August, praising her “incredible” impact.“My dearest Olivia, you made all of our lives so much better,” he captioneda throwback photoof Newton-John at the time. “Your impact was incredible. I love you so much. We will see you down the road and we will all be together again. Yours from the moment I saw you and forever! Your Danny, your John!“Lenny Kravitz.PATRICK T. FALLON/AFP via GettyLeft out of the broadcast’s In Memoriam segment were Anne Heche, Paul Sorvino and model/actressCharlbi Dean, who had a lead role inTriangle of Sadness, a film nominated for three Oscars this year, including Best Picture. Shediedofbacterial sepsis in Augustat age 32.The film’s producer Erik Hemmendorffrecently toldThe Hollywood Reporterabout working with the South African model/actress, saying, “She was just one of those people who made everyone feel great always. You could do as many takes as you want. She was always ready for the next one, a professional. The nicest, most easygoing person, very hardworking. She was one of a kind.“Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.Liottadied suddenly in May at 67. He currently appears in the new filmCocaine Bear. Hisdaughter Karsen, 24, said duringhis Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony last month, “I couldn’t be more proud of him. He was a one of a kind actor and the best friend, brother and father anyone could have asked for. I lucked out with you.“The Oscarsare airing live on ABC on Sunday, March 12, at 8 p.m. ET.
TheOscars2023 paid tribute to Hollywood stars and filmmakers who died in the past year.
At the 95th annual Academy Awards on Sunday,Lenny Kravitzperformed the song “Calling All Angels” during the In Memoriam segment, which honored late stars such asRay Liotta,Angela Lansbury,James Caan,Raquel Welch, Kirstie Alley, Robbie Coltrane, Louise Fletcher,Burt Bacharachand more. See the full segmenthere.
John Travoltaintroduced the segment, payingtributeto his lateGreasecostarOlivia Newton-John, who died in August at 73.
“In this industry, we have the rare luxury of getting to do what we love for a living, and sometimes getting to do it with people that we come to love,” Travolta, 69, said. “Since tonight is a celebration of the work and the accomplishments of our community and this past year, it is only fitting then that we celebrate those we’ve lost who’ve dedicated their lives to their craft, both in front of and behind the camera. Through their immeasurable contributions, each of them left an individual and indelible mark that shared and informed us.”
“They’ve touched our hearts. They’ve made us smile, and became dear friends who we will always remain hopelessly devoted to,” Travolta added while becoming emotional.
Travolta posted a loving tribute to Newton-John after news of her death in August, praising her “incredible” impact.
“My dearest Olivia, you made all of our lives so much better,” he captioneda throwback photoof Newton-John at the time. “Your impact was incredible. I love you so much. We will see you down the road and we will all be together again. Yours from the moment I saw you and forever! Your Danny, your John!”
Lenny Kravitz.PATRICK T. FALLON/AFP via Getty
Left out of the broadcast’s In Memoriam segment were Anne Heche, Paul Sorvino and model/actressCharlbi Dean, who had a lead role inTriangle of Sadness, a film nominated for three Oscars this year, including Best Picture. Shediedofbacterial sepsis in Augustat age 32.
The film’s producer Erik Hemmendorffrecently toldThe Hollywood Reporterabout working with the South African model/actress, saying, “She was just one of those people who made everyone feel great always. You could do as many takes as you want. She was always ready for the next one, a professional. The nicest, most easygoing person, very hardworking. She was one of a kind.”
Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.
Liottadied suddenly in May at 67. He currently appears in the new filmCocaine Bear. Hisdaughter Karsen, 24, said duringhis Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony last month, “I couldn’t be more proud of him. He was a one of a kind actor and the best friend, brother and father anyone could have asked for. I lucked out with you.”
The Oscarsare airing live on ABC on Sunday, March 12, at 8 p.m. ET.
source: people.com
