Oscars 2024: Latinos leave their mark on the awards red carpet

Eva Longoria dazzled on the red carpet outside the Dolby Theatre with a spectacular look. The actress, who has Mexican heritage, served as the director of the film “Flamin’ Hot.” The movie achieved a nomination for Best Original Song thanks to the track “The Fire Inside,” performed by Becky G and composed by Diane Warren.

America Ferrera, nominated for Best Supporting Actress for “Barbie,” arrived radiant and ready for the most exciting night of her career, as this is her first nomination.

The spectacular Rita Moreno made her presence known at the Academy Awards ceremony. At 92 years old, the Puerto Rican-born actress paraded in an all-black ensemble, featuring a matching dress and gloves. Moreno is among the select group of performers to achieve the coveted EGOT status, an acronym for the most prestigious awards in the United States industry: an Emmy, a Grammy, an Oscar, and a Tony.

The actor and host Mario Lopez, with Mexican heritage, also marked his presence at the film industry’s most prestigious night.

Enzo Vogrincic, known for his role in “La Sociedad de la Nieve” or “Society of the Snow,” exuded charm on the red carpet. He is renowned for his portrayal of Numa Turcatti in the film, which is nominated for an Oscar.

Luisa Abel, accompanied by a guest at the 96th Academy Awards. The makeup artist was born and raised in South America and trained in London. She currently resides in Los Angeles, and her work is nominated in the category of Best Makeup and Hairstyling for the movie “Oppenheimer.”

John Ortiz, of Puerto Rican descent, was present at the 96th Academy Awards gala. “American Fiction,” a movie in which he participated, is nominated in five categories, notably including Best Picture.

Guillermo Rodriguez, who is part of the Jimmy Kimmel show, attended the Oscars ceremony and walked the red carpet in a striking tuxedo. The Mexican-American star greeted fans as he made his way down the red carpet.

Becky G stole hearts as she walked the red carpet. For the Mexican-American singer, this will be a spectacular night as she will perform on the stage of the Dolby Theatre.

Lupita Nyong’o, of Kenyan descent but born in Mexico, was one of the most elegant of the evening in her light blue dress adorned with fringes.

The beautiful Xochitl Gomez, who has Mexican ancestry, walked the Oscar red carpet in an elegant burgundy dress with an asymmetrical neckline. Exquisite!

Colman Domingo, who has roots in Guatemala and Belize, shone on the Oscar red carpet. For the actor and playwright, this night is one of the most special of his career as he has received his first nomination in the Best Leading Actor category for “Rustin.”

Anya Taylor-Joy was one of the most elegant on the red carpet. Although born in Miami, her family moved to Argentina shortly thereafter, where she spent much of her childhood, making cherished memories. “My dad is Scottish-Argentine, and my mom is Afro-Spanish,” she shared in an interview with the Evening Standard. “I come from many different places, but I think my warmth and my outlook on life are from Argentina. I’m very grateful for that part of my history. I’m very proud to come from Argentina,” she expressed.