Quincy Jones Threatens To No-Show & Boycott Oscars: “It’s Been Going On For Too Long”

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Music icon Quincy Jones is reportedly the latest celebrity to step forward and show an interest in the Academy Awards addressing its lack of diversity in nominees.

According to reports, Jones wants to directly speak with the Academy about the hot topic.

The legendary producer is the first African American on the Academy’s board of governors and on Wednesday he told reporters, “We’ve got to find a solution. It’s been going on for too long.” Quincy said he planned to ask for 5 minutes in front of the board to discuss the hottest topic in Hollywood, and if they don’t give him the time … he says he’ll refuse to present at the Oscars. He’s supposed to present an award with Common and Pharrell Williams. (TMZ)

Oscar winner Lupita Nyong’o, who won Best Supporting Actress a couple years ago, issued a statement on the Academy Awards drama late Tuesday (January 19) night.

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R&B singer/actor Tyrese pleaded with Oscars host Chris Rock to reconsider hosting next month’s ceremony.

Rapper-turned-actor 50 Cent made his public plea for Rock to fall back early Tuesday (January 19) morning.

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Written by Cyrus Langhorne

SOHH.com Writer. You're likely to find me covering hip-hop news and music releases. Netflix is still my go-to before Disney Plus.

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