Happy Oscars 2021 ! Despite delays and restrictions, the show has found a way to safely go on in person. The 93rd edition of Hollywood’s biggest night requires the most preparations yet for attendees. From safety tests to enlisting glam squads, nominees like Andra Day and celebrity presenters like Laura Dern are pulling out all the stops.
Scroll through to see how your favorite stars are getting ready for the internationally-acclaimed ceremony! And be sure to check back for updates...
Primped & polished
Reese Witherspoon boasted a pretty hefty glam squad ahead of presenting at the ceremony.
Pre-show Check-in
Earlier, the Oscar-winner slipped into her Academy sweatshirt and did a pre-show check-in with her fans on Instagram Story. She said she couldn’t wait for everyone to watch the “incredibly different” ceremony.
Step 1
Laura Dern tried out a new trend - you might have hear of it - called COVID swabbing. The acclaimed star put safety first and tested herself to ensure she could attend the major event.
“Oscars prep,” she exclaimed on social media.
Glam Day
Nominee Andra Day wanted the “Look of La Mer” glow for her first Oscars.
“We heeeeere! A blessin,” she wrote, “we been working non-stop but thanks to my sis @PorscheFabulous and @LaMer my skin glowing.. ima catch y’all on the red carpet… #LaMerPartner #LookofLaMer #LoveLaMer”
Cheers
Nominee Glenn Close gave fans a virtual cheers while getting dolled up for the ceremony at home.
Beauty chair
Nominee Amanda Seyfried sipped and stared while getting done up by her glam team.
A sweet face
Amanda celebrated over the special weekend with a custom treat by Lil Em’s Cookies that had her Mank character’s face on it.