The Critics’ Choice Awards, initially scheduled to take place on Sunday, January 12, and then pushed to January 26 due to the devastating Los Angeles wildfires, have been postponed once again. The ceremony, which celebrates its thirtieth anniversary, is scheduled to take place sometime in February, with the official date to be announced in the coming days. He will remain detained at the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica.
The broadcast will be broadcast live on E! It will be available the next day on Peacock, allowing local and international audiences to tune in. Chelsea Handler remains on board as host, promising an evening that balances celebration, respect and resilience during the community’s difficult times.
The Critics’ Choice Awards are one of many Hollywood events upended by the fires that began on Jan. 7, and have scorched wide swaths of Los Angeles County. With thousands of buildings destroyed and mass evacuations affecting nearly 200,000 residents, the crisis has struck at the heart of the entertainment industry.
Many award ceremonies and related events have been postponed or rescheduled. The American Society of Cinematographers and Producers Guild of America have postponed their nomination announcements, while the ACE Eddie Awards, which were scheduled to take place on January 18, have been postponed. It is worth noting that the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences extended the voting window for the Academy Awards until Friday, January 17, and postponed the announcement of nominations until Thursday, January 23.
Amid the devastation, Angelenos rallied together to support those affected. Contributions are pouring in to organizations like the California Fire Protection Foundation, the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation, and the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank, leading efforts to provide aid and relief. Many networks, studios and music companies donated millions to help those affected.
Despite the challenges, the Critics’ Choice Awards remain one of the most anticipated events of the season, honoring excellence in film and television. Leading this year’s nominations are Edward Berger’s religious thriller “Conclave” and Jon M. Chu’s blockbuster musical “Wicked,” which each received an impressive 11 nominations.