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Oscars to require negative Covid tests for all attendees, vaccines for most

Performers and presenters at the film industry's highest honors also must undergo polymerase chain reaction (PCR) testing, but will not need to show proof of vaccination, the source said

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Face covering requirements will vary at the event on March 27.

2 min read Last Updated : Feb 18 2022 | 9:50 AM IST

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will require attendees of the 94th Oscars ceremony in March to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination and at least two negative results from PCR tests, a person with knowledge of the matter said on Thursday.

Performers and presenters at the film industry's highest honors also must undergo polymerase chain reaction (PCR) testing, but will not need to show proof of vaccination, the source said.

Face covering requirements will vary at the event on March 27 at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, according to the source.

Nominees and their guests in lower sections of the theater

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Topics : Omicron Oscar Awards Coronavirus Tests Coronavirus Vaccine

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