The Oscar nominations have been delayed to Jan. 23 due to ongoing California wildfires. The Academy has extended the nominations voting period for members and cancelled its annual nominees' luncheon. However, the 97th Oscars will still take place on March 2. The Writers Guild of America has also postponed the announcement of their nominations.
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