In a surprising turn of events, the Academy Awards has announced a major shake-up in its choice of host for the upcoming ceremony. The iconic Sylvester Stallone has been chosen to replace Whoopi Goldberg as the Master of Ceremonies (MC) for the prestigious event.
The decision to replace Whoopi Goldberg comes amidst a backdrop of controversy surrounding her recent comments and actions. While the Academy Awards have always aimed to be inclusive and socially aware, Whoopi’s recent behavior had sparked backlash and criticism, prompting the Academy to rethink its hosting choice.
Sylvester Stallone, best known for his roles in the Rocky and Rambo franchises, is a Hollywood legend with a career spanning several decades. His selection as the new MC for the Academy Awards has been met with both excitement and curiosity.
Whoopi Goldberg, a well-known actress, comedian, and co-host of ABC’s “The View,” had been tapped to host the Academy Awards. However, her recent comments and actions had drawn considerable attention and controversy.
One of the incidents that led to her replacement was her heated on-air exchange with Elon Musk, the billionaire entrepreneur and CEO of SpaceX and Tesla. During a segment on “The View,” Whoopi confronted Musk about his wealth and accused him of not paying his fair share of taxes. The exchange turned ugly, with Whoopi making headlines for her aggressive demeanor and confrontational style.