"Quincy is really the blueprint of what I'm able to do," said the Oscars' first-time music director Michael Bearden.

The 97th Academy Awards will feature a Quincy Jones tribute with Queen Latifah performing. The news was announced by executive producer Raj Kapoor during a press conference with the creative team. “One of the most exciting things that we’ve worked on this year is a musical performance that will tribute Quincy Jones,

Queen Latifah will pay tribute to legendary Quincy Jones at the 97th Academy Awards. The event will also host performances by Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Blackpink's Lisa, Doja Cat, and Raye. The Oscars will promote themes of community and spirit,

Performers for the 2025 Oscars have been announced, including "Wicked" co-stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande and more.

The 97th Oscars, hosted by Conan O'Brien for the first time, will feature a tribute to Quincy Jones by Queen Latifah, performances by Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, and a star-studded list of nominees including Timothee Chalamet.

Rapper and singer Queen Latifah will pay a special tribute to the legendary Quincy Jones at the 97th Academy Awards. Jones, a record producer, composer, arranger, conductor, trumpeter, and bandleader, has received numerous accolades, including 28 Grammy Awards.

Queen Latifah will honor the late Quincy Jones with a special tribute at the 2025 Oscars on March 2 at the Dolby Theatre. The tribute recognizes Jones’ groundbreaking contributions to film music and his historic achievements at the Academy Awards.