Oscar performers include Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande and Doja Cat

FILE - Oscar statuettes appear backstage at the Oscars in Los Angeles on Feb. 26, 2017. FILE - Conan O'Brien arrives at a photo call for "Conan O'Brien Must Go" in Los Angeles on April 16, 2024. This combination of images shows promotional art for the 10 films nominated for the Oscar for best picture.

After devastating wildfires tore through Los Angeles, the 97th Academy Awards are going forward.