Oscars In Memoriam Sparks Backlash for Omissions

The 2025 Oscars In Memoriam segment faced backlash for omitting individuals like Michelle Trachtenberg, Shannen Doherty, and Tony Todd, despite being listed on the official Oscars website. These omissions have been met with outrage on social media, particularly due to Trachtenberg's sudden death shortly before the ceremony. While the montage included tributes to stars like Gene Hackman and David Lynch, the Academy explained that the four-minute constraint limits the number of individuals featured, with priority given to previous Oscar winners and honorees. Fans and fellow actors expressed disappointment, calling it disrespectful given the contributions of those omitted to film and television. Trachtenberg, known for roles in 'Harriet the Spy' and 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer,' passed away at age 39, with the cause of death undetermined and her family requesting privacy.