Elon Musk Criticizes Oscars 2025 Representation Standards – “Messed Up!”

Mar 03, 2025 Komal Das

Elon Musk slammed Oscars 2025 diversity quotas, saying nominations should focus on merit: "This is messed up. Should just be who is best!"

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The Academy's 2020 standards require Best Picture nominees to feature underrepresented groups in key roles, promoting diversity on and offscreen

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Ensemble casts must have 30% from underrepresented groups, including women, LGBTQ+, or disabled individuals

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At the 97th Academy Awards, Anora won five Oscars, with Sean Baker making history by claiming four for producing, directing, editing, and writing

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Adrien Brody (The Brutalist) and Mikey Madison (Anora) won Best Actor and Actress for their standout roles

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