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Rashida Jones Reads From the Speech Quincy Jones Wrote for His Honorary Oscar

Rashida Jones read from the speech her late father, Quincy Jones, was set to deliver upon receiving his honorary Oscar.

Rashida, joined on stage by several of her siblings, accepted the prize on her father’s behalf, saying the acclaimed musician, producer, and composer “was really excited to attend tonight” and, “I want you to know that he is here, very much here.” The speech ended with: “I share this award and tonight’s honor with all the amazing directors, legendary actors, and, of course, exceptional songwriters, composers, and musicians who I’ve formed dear friendships with over my seven decades in this business, and know that I wouldn’t trade this night or those experiences for anything in the world.” Later, Hudson led a tribute performance to Jones, taking the stage with a gospel choir to sing “Maybe God Is Tryin’ to Tell You Something” from the 1985 version of The Color Purple.

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