First 2016 Oscars Presenters and Performers Announced: Ryan Gosling, Tina Fey and More

2016 Oscars Poster

The first batch of presenters and performers have been announced for the 88th Oscars to be held on February 28, 2016. Chris Rock’s hosting this year’s Oscars which will air live on ABC beginning at 4pm ET/PT. David Hill and Reginald Hudlin are the 2016 Academy Awards producers and announced the first confirmed celebrities, saying, “Each of these artists brings a wonderfully distinctive element to the Oscars stage. Together they represent the many thrilling ways stories can be shared about the human experience, and we’re honored they will be part of the celebration.”

2016 Oscars – Performer and Presenters (Thus Far)

Benicio Del Toro
Tina Fey
Whoopi Goldberg
Ryan Gosling
Kevin Hart
Lady Gaga
Sam Smith
Charlize Theron
Jacob Tremblay
The Weeknd
Pharrell Williams

Complete list of 2016 Oscar nominees