Rapper and singer Queen Latifah will deliver a special tribute to the iconic Quincy Jones at the upcoming 97th Academy Awards. Jones, who is celebrated as a record producer, composer, arranger, and bandleader, has garnered numerous honors, including 28 Grammy Awards.
Executive producer Raj Kapoor announced this news during a press conference. “One of the most exciting things we’ve worked on this year is a musical performance that will honor Quincy Jones,” he stated, adding that Queen Latifah will be “a part of the performance,” according to Variety.
Earlier this year, Jones received a Governor’s Award. “We’ve planned and curated this beautiful moment that we hope will uplift the room and celebrate the spirit of Quincy and all of his greatness,” Kapoor remarked. “It’s a beautiful moment, and we believe it will be very celebratory and make everyone feel really good,” he continued, as reported by the outlet.
The Oscars ceremony will also feature a medley from ‘Wicked,’ performed by Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, along with performances by Lisa from Blackpink, who is currently appearing in The White Lotus, as well as Doja Cat and Raye.s year is a musical performance that will tribute Quincy Jones,” he said, adding that Queen Latifah will be “a part of the performance,” reported Variety.
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