The 97th Academy Awards will feature a special tribute to legendary music producer Quincy Jones, with Queen Latifah set to perform. Executive producer Raj Kapoor announced the news during a press conference, calling it one of the show’s most exciting moments.
Jones, who received a Governor’s Award earlier this year, will be honored with a curated performance celebrating his legacy. “We’ve planned a beautiful moment that we hope will uplift the room and celebrate Quincy’s greatness,” Kapoor said.
The tribute aims to highlight Jones’ contributions to music and film. Queen Latifah will lead what promises to be a powerful and celebratory performance at Hollywood’s biggest night.