Billy Crystal, Meg Ryan reunite for emotional Rob Reiner Oscars tribute

Billy Crystalgathered a who's who of A-listersat the Academy Awardson Sunday, March 15, to honor the late director,Rob Reiner.

Crystal, 78, gave an emotional speechhonoring Reiner, calling him a "best friend" and detailing the looming legacy he left on the world of film. Running through Reiner's pantheon of successful films, Crystal described a vibrant artist and passionate activist whose wit and comedy delighted audiences for decades.

After his speech, the camera lifted to show a line of Reiner's contemporaries and film comrades, including Crystal's "When Harry Met Sally" co-star Meg Ryan, hand in hand. The tribute preceded the Awards Show's signature In Memorium segment, which also honored Hollywood legends Robert Redford, Catherine O'Hara and Diane Keaton.

'What fun we had storming the castle,' says Billy Crystal during Rob Reiner Oscars tribute

"My friend Rob's movies will last for lifetimes because they were about what makes us laugh and cry and what we aspire to be: Far better in his eyes, far kinder, far funnier, and far more human," Crystal said onstage. "To the millions who have enjoyed his films all these years, I want you to know here and around the world, how many times Rob told me that it meant everything to him that his work meant something to you."

"And for us who had the privilege of working with and knowing him and loving him, all we can say is, buddy, what fun we had storming the castle," he continued.

Standing onstage to honor Reiner alongside Ryan and Crystal was Michael McKean, Christopher Guest, Jerry O'Connell, Wil Wheaton, Fred Savage, Cary Elwes, Mandy Patinkin, Carol Kane, Kiefer Sutherland, Demi Moore, Kevin Pollak, Kathy Bates, Annette Bening, John Cusack and Daphne Zuniga.

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The biggest A-listers in Hollywood brought their most lavish looks to the red carpet at the 98th Academy Awards on March 15.

See the best fashion of the night, starting with Goldie Hawn and Kate Hudson

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The biggest A-listers in Hollywood brought their most lavish looks to the red carpet at the 98th Academy Awards on March 15.See the best fashion of the night, starting with Goldie Hawn and Kate Hudson

What happened to Rob Reiner and his wife Michele Singer?

Rob and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner, died Sunday, Dec. 14, after the couple was found dead in the master bedroom of their Los Angeles home in the affluent Brentwood neighborhood, according to Los Angeles police.

Their32-year-old son, Nick Reiner, has been charged with their murder, accused of fatally stabbing them. He has pleaded not guilty.

1989: "When Harry Met Sally..."
Rob Reiner directed iconic Hollywood films throughout his career. Who can forget this classic deli scene with Meg Ryan and Billy Crystal (and Reiner's mother Estelle Reiner) in the 1989 film "When Harry Met Sally..."?

Look back at the director's iconic films through his career.

" style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> 1984: "This is Spinal Tap"

" style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> 1986: "Stand by Me"

" style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> 1990: "Misery"

" style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> 1992: "A Few Good Men"

" style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> 1995: "The American President"

" style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> 1996: "Ghosts of Mississippi"

" style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> 1999: "The Story of Us"

" style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> 2003: "Alex & Emma"

" style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> 2005: "Rumor Has It..."

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" style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> 2007: "The Bucket List"

" style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> 2012: "The Magic of Belle Isle"

" style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> 2014: "And So It Goes"

" style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> 2025: "Spinal Tap II: The End Continues"

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These Rob Reiner movies became Hollywood classics

1989: "When Harry Met Sally..."Rob Reiner directed iconic Hollywood films throughout his career. Who can forget this classic deli scene with Meg Ryan and Billy Crystal (and Reiner's mother Estelle Reiner) in the 1989 film "When Harry Met Sally..."?Look back at the director's iconic films through his career.

Reiner's legacy is impossible to forget or avoid in the movie business, his warm and affable comedy forming the backbone of unforgettableclassics like "The Princess Bride" and "When Harry Met Sally."The latter, which upped the ante on Crystal and Ryan's already growing fame, has become a pillar of the American film canon.

In a statement following his death,Crystaljoined with other actors to honor Reiner's legacy. "Absorbing all he had learned from his father Carl and his mentorNorman Lear, Rob Reiner not only was a great comic actor, he became a master storyteller," the statement read. "There is no other director who has his range. From comedy to drama to 'mockumentary' to documentary he was always at the top of his game. He charmed audiences. They trusted him. They lined up to see his films."

Host Conan O'Brien welcomes viewers and audience members to the Oscars show at the 98th Academy Awards in Los Angeles, March 15, 2026.

" style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> Zoe Saldaña gives actress Amy Madigan the Oscar for best actress in a supporting role for Madigan's work in "Weapons."

" style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> Amy Madigan accepts the Oscar for best actress in a supporting role during the 98th Annual Academy Awards.

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" style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner talking with Elle Fanning at the 2026 Oscars.

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Host Conan O'Brien welcomes viewers and audience members to the Oscars show at the 98th Academy Awards in Los Angeles, March 15, 2026.

It was also signed by Martin Short, Albert and Kimberly Brooks, Larry David and Ashley Underwood, Alan and Robin Zweibel, Marc Shaiman and Lou Mirabal, Barry and Diana Levinson, as well as James Costos and Michael Smith.

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Misty Copeland performs in “Sinners ”musical“ ”number at Oscars amid Timothée Chalamet ballet drama

Misty Copelandbroke out some major ballet moves at theOscars.

The ballerina joinedSinnerscast members Miles Caton, Jayme Lawson, andLi Jun Lionstage for a musical number at the 98th Academy Awards. Caton, who plays a young, gifted blues musician named Sammie Moore in the film, crooned the Oscar-nominated film's iconic tune "I Lied to You" while an all-star roundup of musicians and performers replicated its juke joint dance scene.Jack O'Connellalso made a cameo as his character Remmick, vampire teeth and all.

Just as it was inRyan Coogler's horror-thriller, the Oscars' musical number combined Delta Blues with rock-and-roll, hip-hop and more, creating a genre-blending, time-traveling celebration of Black music's history and ancestral ties. Joining theSinnerscast onstage for the number wereRaphael Saadiq, Shaboozey,Brittany Howard, Eric Gales, Buddy Guy, Christone "Kingfish" Ingram, Bobby Rush, and Alice Smith.

Copeland's performance comes less than a week after calling out Best Actor nomineeTimothée Chalametfor hisdisparaging comments about both ballet and opera, which the actor said are two art forms "no one cares" for anymore.

The dancer said in a March 9TikTok videoshe found it "interesting" that Chalamet invited her to help promote his Oscar-nominated filmMarty Supreme"with respect to my art form."

Copeland, along with other celebrities such asTom Brady,Kid Cudi, andKendall Jenner, was photographed wearing a navy windbreaker featuring the film's title.

"But I think that it's important that we acknowledge that, yes, this is an art form that's not 'popular' and a part of pop culture as movies are," Copeland continued. "But that doesn't mean it doesn't have enduring relevance in culture."

The ballerina said that it is "often mistaken when something is popular that it's meaningful or more impactful"; however, Copeland added, "there's a reason that the opera and ballet have been around for over 400 years."

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Copeland's final note to Chalamet was that theComplete Unknownstar wouldn't have the opportunities he's achieved thus far if not for "opera and ballet in their relevance in that medium."

"So all of these mediums have a space, and we shouldn't be comparing them," Copeland concluded.

Chalamet has drawn the ire of both the theater community and creative professionals overall since his comments during aVarietyand CNN Town Hallin February went viral on social media. During a conversation withMatthew McConaughey, theWonkaactor discussed the challenges the film industry faces in movie theaters.

"I admire people, and I've done it myself, who go on a talk show and go, 'Hey, we gotta keep movie theaters alive. You know, we gotta keep this genre alive,'" Chalamet said to McConaughey. "And another part of me feels like, if people want to see it, likeBarbie, likeOppenheimer, they're going to go see it and go out of their way to be loud and proud about it."

Chalamet then mentioned other performing arts, sharing, "And I don't want to be working in ballet or opera, or you know, things where it's like, 'Hey, keep this thing alive,' even though it's like, no one cares about this anymore."

"All respect to the ballet and opera people out there," Chalamet — whose grandmother, mother, and sister are professional dancers who have performed with the New York City Ballet — added.

Chalamet's comments have sparked strong responses from the ballet and opera communities, including the London Ballet andthe Metropolitan Opera, as well as celebrities such asSteven SpielbergandDoja Cat.

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Sofia Vergara Shares Throwback Snapshot in Dress With Cutouts

If there's a Hollywood diva who knows exactly how to make a throwback moment feel new, it's none other thanSofia Vergara. The Modern Family actress recently took to Instagram and shared a stunning throwback photo carousel, showcasing herself in a striking dress. This ensemble featured bold cutouts, making it look gorgeous.

Sofia Vergara stuns in mint green dress

Have a look at Sofia Vergara's latestphotoshere:

The throwback post, captioned "Lets do it again @heidiklum ?? #tbt Oscar's 2025," featured Sofia Vergara in a risqué floor-length mint green gown. This stylish strapless dress helped the Griselda actress show off her shoulders and collarbones. The form-fitting silhouette of the piece further helped the diva flaunt her style.

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It was elevated with well-placed cut-outs. The ruffled hemline also added some extra sass to the look.  Several fans took to the comment section to praise her outfit and look, with one writing, "Effortlessly stunning, impossible not to admire."

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