The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced Friday that it has tapped Lynette Howell Taylor and Stephanie Allain to produce the next Oscars. But they are newcomers to the task of producing the Oscars telecast — a high-stakes, high-profile job that has grown ever more challenging as the entertainment landscape continues to fracture. “The combined producing talents of Lynette and Stephanie will bring dynamism and excitement to the 92nd Oscars show,” academy president David Rubin said in a statement. Allain and Howell Taylor were unavailable to comment. The 92nd Oscars will be held on Feb. 9 at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood and will air on ABC.

Source: Los Angeles Times November 15, 2019 23:48 UTC