AWARD WINNING LUNCH

Oscar nominees gather for huge group shot at star-studded annual luncheon as Emma Stone, Nicole Kidman and Michelle Williams lead the Hollywood glam squad

THE cream of Hollywood were out in force for the annual Oscar nominee luncheon, as they gathered for a huge group shot to celebrate their achievements.

Emma StoneNicole Kidman and Michelle Williams are all up for a gong and were there to lead the glam squad for this A-list event.

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Oscar nominees gathered for a huge group shot at the annual bash

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The stars were out in force at the annual event

Joining them were fellow nominees including Natalie Portman, Ryan Gosling and Matt Damon.

Nominations for the 89th Academy Awards were announced on Tuesday January 24.

Oscar nominee Nicole looked beautiful in a white skirt suit

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Nicole Kidman sat beside her Lion co-star Dev Patel for the stunning photo

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Actress Ruth Negga, actor Casey Affleck and actress Octavia Spencer

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Composer Lin-Manuel Miranda and other nominees pose together

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Emma Stone wore a chic jump suit for the glitzy event in Hollywood

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Nicole Kidman looked stunning in a white skirt and jacket

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Fellow Oscar nominee Michelle Williams looked pretty in peach

Unsurprisingly, the much-talked about La La Land has an impressive FOURTEEN nominations, including Best Leading Actor and Best Leading Actress for Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone.

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Bond star Naomie Harris dazzled in a chic beige dress

 

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The Jurassic Park star posed for pictures with Nicole Kidman inside the bash

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Ryan Gosling looked as handsome at ever at Oscar nominees luncheon

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Flying the flag for the Brits is Dev Patel for Lion

Dev Patel and Andrew Garfield lead the nominations for the Brit representation on the noms list – with the pair going head to head for their films Lion and Hacksaw Ridge in several categories.

While Amy Adams was snubbed for Best Actress for her role in Arrival, the sci-fi flick has still managed to make it to the shortlist for Best Film as well as a slew of other awards.

 

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Pregnant Natalie Portman looked glowing

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Justin Timberlake was seen sitting down inside the venue

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Emma and Natalie got to sit next to hunky Matt

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Oscar nominee Jeff Bridges was also at the prestigious event

Surprise entries this year come from hit and miss blockbusters Suicide Squad and Passengers – who have both been given a nod each.

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Casey Affleck is nominated for Manchester by the Sea

Anti-superhero flick Suicide Squad has been lined up for a Best Hair and Make Up gong, while Passengers was nominated for Best Original Score.

Now the shortlist has been announced, Academy members will place their final votes from the nominees between February 13 and 21.

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Matt Damon is nominated for Best Picture for Manchester by the Sea

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Pharrel Williams is also up for a gong

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The Academy Awards will be handed out to their winners in a lavish ceremony on February 26.

It will be held at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, California.

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The nominees were treated to a posh lunch

Talk show host Jimmy Kimmel has been announced as the compere of the evening.

This year’s expected big winners include Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling-led film La La Land, sci-fi drama Arrival, and Jackie Kennedy’s biopic Jackie, which stars Natalie Portman in the leading role.

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