Big news coming out of Hollywood folks and it is not exactly the red carpet glamour we usually expect before the Oscars. Sadly Harrison Ford yes THE Harrison Ford will no longer be presenting at this year's Academy Awards ceremony. Turns out the legendary actor is dealing with a case of Shingles. Let's get into what we know.
Shingles Shocker: Why Harrison Ford Had to Step Back From Oscars Presenting Gig
Variety confirmed that Harrison Ford had to pull out of presenting at the Oscars at the last minute. The reason? Shingles. Apparently he got the diagnosis just this Friday. For those not familiar shingles is no joke. It is a viral infection that is definitely not fun. According to the Mayo Clinic it is not life-threatening but it sure is painful.
What exactly is shingles? Well it causes a rash and not just any rash. We are talking a stripe of blisters and pain that wraps around one side of your body either the left or the right torso. Sounds pretty uncomfortable right? Definitely not something you want to be dealing with while getting ready for the Oscars.
Oscars Ceremony Still Star-Studded Despite Ford's Absence: Who's Still Presenting?
Even though Harrison Ford will be missed the Oscars are still going to be packed with star power. There is still a huge list of presenters lined up to walk onto the Dolby Theater stage in Los Angeles for the 97th Academy Awards.
Here are just some of the names still slated to present awards:
- Halle Berry
- Penélope Cruz
- Elle Fanning
- Whoopi Goldberg
- Scarlett Johansson
- John Lithgow
- Amy Poehler
- June Squibb
- Bowen Yang
- Emma Stone
- Cillian Murphy
- Da’Vine Joy Randolph
- Robert Downey Jr.
- Dave Bautista
- Gal Gadot
- Andrew Garfield
- Samuel L. Jackson
- Margaret Qualley
- Alba Rohrwacher
- Zoe Saldaña
- Rachel Zegler
- Miles Teller
- Miley Cyrus
That is quite a lineup! From Oscar winners to fan favorites it seems like the show will definitely go on and be a night to remember even without Mr. Ford present.
Oscars Date Time and Host: Everything You Need to Know to Watch the Show
The 97th Academy Awards are just around the corner. Mark your calendars movie lovers! The ceremony is happening this Sunday night.
Here are the essential details so you do not miss a moment:
- Host: Conan O'Brien is taking on hosting duties this year. Expect some laughs!
- Date: Sunday March 4 2025
- Time: Red carpet arrivals and pre-shows will likely start earlier but the main ceremony kicks off at 7:00 PM Eastern Time 4:00 PM Pacific Time.
- Location: Dolby Theater at Ovation Hollywood in Los Angeles as always.
- How to Watch: Tune in live on ABC. For the first time you can also stream the Oscars live on Hulu. So you have options!
Quick Facts About Shingles: What You Should Know
Since Harrison Ford's shingles diagnosis is making headlines it is a good time to know a bit more about this condition. Here are some key facts about shingles according to the Mayo Clinic:
- Viral Infection: Shingles is caused by a virus specifically the varicella-zoster virus. This is the same virus that causes chickenpox.
- Painful Rash: The most common symptom is a painful rash. Pain can range from mild to severe.
- Blisters: The rash looks like a single stripe of blisters.
- Location of Rash: The stripe of blisters usually wraps around one side of the torso either the left or right. It can appear in other areas as well.
- Not Life-Threatening: While very uncomfortable shingles is generally not life-threatening.
- Incurable: There is no cure for shingles itself as it is a viral infection but treatments can help manage symptoms and shorten the duration.
- Vaccine Available: There is a vaccine to help prevent shingles. Talk to your doctor if you are concerned about shingles prevention.
Wishing Harrison Ford a Speedy Recovery and Enjoying the Oscars!
While it is a bummer that Harrison Ford will not be at the Oscars this year we definitely wish him a fast recovery from shingles. Health comes first! The show will still go on and it sounds like it will be a star-studded and entertaining night. Get ready to tune in and see who takes home the big awards! And maybe send some good vibes to Harrison Ford so he feels better soon.