Why You Won’t See People Wearing Masks All the Time at the Oscars This Year

Why You Won't See People Wearing Masks All the Time at the Oscars This Year

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 19: Oscars signage is seen during preparations for the 93rd Annual Academy Awards on April 19, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images)

When you tune in to watch the Oscars on April 25, you might be surprised to see many of the stars appearing on the broadcast without masks. No, they’re not flouting protocols — the Oscars are actually allowing their attendees to forego wearing masks, but only for specific parts of the event.

“Upon arrival, they’ll also be required to undergo a temperature check, and every attendee must have at least three negative COVID tests in the days prior to the ceremony, but vaccination is not necessarily a requirement.”

According to Variety,