Maria’s Angelina Jolie started awards season off strong, making appearances at the Golden Globes and Critics Choice Awards. But Jolie skipped the SAG Awards last weekend and chose to not attend tonight’s Oscars either.

The 97th annual Academy Awards ceremony is about to kick off—but it’ll do so without the A-list actor in attendance. Jolie was nowhere to be seen on the red carpet or inside the Dolby Theatre, but the reason for her absence is pretty self-explanatory.

Angelina Jolie was one of the biggest famous faces missing from the 97th Academy Awards, even though she made recent appearances at other award shows. After starring in Maria, Jolie showed her face at the Golden Globes and Critics Choice Awards this year,

Angelina Jolie was snubbed at the 2025 Oscars for her performance in the musical biopic Maria. Although she attended the Golden Globes and Critics Choice Awards this year, Jolie skipped the most prestigious ceremony of the season.

Many iconic gowns have been worn on the Oscars red carpet over the history of the award show, including Audrey Hepburn's white Givenchy gown, and Nicole Kidman's yellow Dior dress.

The Oscars are not only known for honouring those in the film industry but showcasing Hollywood stars most glamorous attire.