Oscars viewers left shocked as Eric Dane, James Van Der Beek and Brigitte Bardot are SNUBBED from In Memoriam segment: ‘What a disgrace’

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Viewers of the Oscars were disappointed and upset that some deserving individuals were left out of the In Memoriam tribute at Sunday’s 98th Academy Awards.

The ceremony celebrated several beloved late Hollywood figures, like Diane Keaton, Catherine O’Hara, and Rob Reiner, with heartfelt tributes from their former colleagues.

Notably absent from the list were Eric Dane, James Van Der Beek, and Brigitte Bardot.

It’s with a heavy heart that I share the news of two incredible losses. Dane passed away on February 19th after a courageous fight with ALS, at just 53 years old. And just days before, on February 11th, we learned of Van Der Beek’s passing at the young age of 48, as shared by those who loved him. Both will be deeply missed.

I was so saddened to hear about the passing of Brigitte Bardot, the incredible actress known for films like ‘And God Created Woman.’ She passed away on December 28th, 2025, at the age of 91. It truly feels like the end of an era.

People on X (formerly Twitter) expressed disappointment that Eric Dane wasn’t included in the Oscars’ In Memoriam segment, with one user writing, ‘I was sad Eric Dane didn’t appear in the In Memoriam tribute.’

Another wrote, ‘Why weren’t Eric Dane and James Van Der Beek included in the In Memoriam #Oscars.’ 

Honestly, I was absolutely floored when Brigitte Bardot wasn’t included in the In Memoriam segment! It’s just… unbelievable. Every year, they seem to mess this up, and it’s incredibly frustrating as a fan. How can they consistently overlook such an icon? It’s a huge oversight, and I don’t understand how it keeps happening!

One X user pointed out that while the actors have appeared in films, the award show’s memorial segment has included TV actors before. The user also noted that the show seems to consistently overlook more well-known film actors each year.

Many people expressed disappointment online, with one user calling it a “disgrace” that Hulk Hogan wasn’t included in the #Oscars2026 In Memoriam segment.

A viewer expressed disappointment that Brigitte Bardot wasn’t honored during the Oscars’ In Memoriam segment, calling it a significant oversight.

One social media user expressed outrage that the Academy Awards didn’t recognize film icon Brigitte Bardot, pointing to her long and successful career.

One added, ‘Wow! #Oscars you missed the mark on who you left out of the In Memoriam. 

They were upset that James Van Der Beek, Robert Carradine, Richard Chamberlain, Eric Dane, and Brigitte Bardot were left out of the on-camera appearances, despite being listed on the website.

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The Oscars’ In Memoriam segment on Sunday also didn’t include some other well-known actors, such as Robert Carradine, who was famous for roles in Lizzie McGuire and Revenge of the Nerds.

Also left out were Malcolm-Jamal Warner, Bud Cort from ‘Harold and Maude,’ Tom Noonan, and Julian McMahon.

James Van Der Beek first became famous for playing a lead role in the TV show Dawson’s Creek and also appeared in the movie Varsity Blues (1999).

Dane has acted in popular TV series like Grey’s Anatomy and Euphoria, and also appeared in the 2024 film Bad Boys: Ride Or Die.

Many viewers were upset to discover that Dane and Van Der Beek weren’t included in the memorial segment at last month’s BAFTA awards.

Billy Crystal honored Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele, who recently passed away on December 14th.

Crystal had worked with director Rob Reiner on films like When Harry Met Sally… and The Princess Bride.

Rob’s films will be remembered for generations because they capture the essence of the human experience – what makes us feel joy, sadness, and what we hope to become. He always portrayed people as better versions of themselves – more compassionate, humorous, and genuinely human.

The actor shared that Rob often told him it meant the world to him knowing his films brought joy to so many people, and he wanted to convey that sentiment to all of his fans worldwide.

For those of us who were lucky enough to work with, know, and love him, we’ll always remember the incredible times we shared – it was a joy to be a part of his life.

Rachel McAdams shared a moving speech in tribute to Diane Keaton as well as Catherine O’Hara. 

She told the audience and viewers that we’ve lost a lot of talented artists this year, including actresses who broadened our perspectives and enriched our lives.

McAdams fondly described O’Hara as a fellow Canadian, and shared that the Beetlejuice actress ‘always made us laugh so hard we cried.’

She also had the chance to work alongside ‘icon’ Keaton in the movie The Family Stone. 

McAdams shared that Diane Keaton, the star of ‘Annie Hall,’ has been a huge inspiration to actresses of her generation for over half a century, captivating audiences both on and off screen with her unique talent.

She was a woman of many talents – an actress, artist, writer, and activist. But above all, she cherished her role as a mother to her two children. She touched the lives of countless people.

McAdams movingly said, ‘Here’s to Diane Keaton, celebrating a remarkable life and career – a true icon!’

Barbra Streisand later stepped onto the Oscars stage to pay tribute to the late Robert Redford. 

The pair had previously worked together on the beloved movie The Way We Were (1973). 

She remembered that Redford first said he wouldn’t be in the movie, but he changed his mind after the script was revised.

The actress described her co-star as a remarkably talented and nuanced performer. She shared that working with him was a joy, as they kept each other guessing and brought a spontaneous energy to every scene.

Streisand also shared how he had called her Babs as a nickname. 

Years after filming together, she remembered a phone call with Redford where he told her, ‘Babs, I love you very much, and always will.’

She recalled the final letter she wrote to Bob, ending with a simple, “I love you, too,” and signing it with her nickname, “Babs.”

Barbra Streisand finished her tribute to Robert Redford by performing “The Way We Were” for the audience.

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2026-03-16 06:34