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The nominees in all 24 categories for the 98th Academy Awards are being revealed Thursday morning in a live presentation from the Academy's Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Los Angeles. Oscar-nominated actor Danielle Brooks and actor Lewis Pullman are announcing all the nominations, which includes this year's newest category: casting.

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This is the first new category created by the Academy since 2001 for best animated feature film. The Casting Directors Branch was formed in July 2013 and has nearly 160 members. E

Oscar nominations set to be announced ABC News’ Chris Connelly previews top contenders for the 98th Academy Awards. January 22, 2026