Lynette Howell Taylor Reelected Academy President
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- Lynette Howell Taylor was reelected president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, beginning a second consecutive term as the organization moves toward its 100th anniversary
- David Dinerstein was elected vice president/treasurer and chair of the Finance Committee, marking his first officer role on the Academy Board
- Lesley Barber, Jennifer Fox, Lou Diamond Phillips, and Howard A. Rodman were reelected to key committee chairs, including Awards, Equity and Inclusion, and Governance
- Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will hold its 99th Oscars on March 14, 2027, airing live on ABC from the Dolby Theatre, hosted by Conan O’Brien
- Lynette Howell Taylor will remain an ex officio voting board member through her presidency despite prior governor term limits due to her consecutive presidential service
- Glenn Close and Ridley Scott will receive honorary Oscars at the Governors Awards on November 15, ahead of the 2027 Oscar season
Why it matters: The re-election of Howell Taylor and the continuity in leadership signal stability for the Academy during a milestone era, as it manages its centennial buildup and high-profile awards cycle, with key decisions on inclusion, finance, and programming now in the hands of returning officers who have shaped recent reforms.
