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Oscars Will Finally Add Stunt Category for 100th Academy Awards

The Oscars will recognize stunt performers with a newly created Stunt Design Category, beginning in 2027.

For decades, stunt performers have bemoaned a lack of recognition for dangling from buildings, walking through fire, and keeping totally chill while the facades of houses fell around them. “We are proud to honor the innovative work of these technical and creative artists, and we congratulate them for their commitment and dedication in reaching this momentous occasion.” In 2013, Jason Statham made an impassioned plea for stunt performers to be recognized in a meaningful way during an interview with Vanity Fair.

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