Whoopi Goldberg, the legendary EGOT winner, has shared her thoughts on the Oscars 2024 nominations, particularly focusing on the absence of Margot Robbie and Greta Gerwig from the Best Actress and Best Director categories. Goldberg stressed that these omissions shouldn’t be considered snubs but rather the reality of the competitive nature of the film industry. She emphasized that not everyone can win, and it’s essential to remember that the Academy is a diverse group of voters.

The discussion also touched on the success of Ryan Gosling’s Best Supporting Actor nomination for “Barbie” and the missed opportunity to recognize the lead actress, Margot Robbie. Alyssa Farah Griffin suggested that the oversight could inspire a sequel where Barbie faces Hollywood’s elite. Griffin highlighted the significance of female directors in producing blockbusters, referencing “Barbie’s” incredible box office success.

Despite not receiving a Best Actress nomination, Margot Robbie has been recognized with several awards for her role in “Barbie.” Additionally, Greta Gerwig, who co-wrote the film, earned nominations for Best Director from multiple prestigious awards organizations. Both Robbie and Gerwig are eligible for Oscars as the film is up for Best Picture and Best Adapted Screenplay.

The 2024 Oscars feature a notably diverse lineup of nominees, with history-making nods for Lily Gladstone as the first Native American actress nominated for Best Actress. The Best Picture category includes nominations for nine women, and Justine Triet is in contention for Best Director, marking the eighth woman nominated in this category.

Ryan Gosling expressed disappointment over the absence of Margot Robbie and Greta Gerwig in their respective categories, emphasizing their crucial roles in the success of “Barbie.” America Ferrera, who played Gloria in the film, shared her disappointment over the oversight, praising Greta Gerwig’s contributions to the film’s global phenomenon and Margot Robbie’s exceptional acting skills.

The 96th Academy Awards, hosted by Jimmy Kimmel, will take place on Sunday, March 10, 2024, at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, California.

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