The latest news, commentaries and photos on the 79th Annual Academy Awards. Read interactive packages on the nominees and Oscar fashion.- msnbc.com

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Best Supporting Actress nominee Cate Blanchett arrives at the 79th Annual Academy Awards in Hollywood

Red-carpet glamour
One-shoulder gowns and light colors dominated the Oscar-night fashion choices.

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Helen Mirren shows her Oscar for best actress at the 79th Annual Academy Awards in Hollywood

Here’s to the winners
Mirren, Whitaker, Scorsese among those bringing home Oscars.

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INTERACTIVE

Know style?
Check out some of the fashions from the Academy Awards then rate them on a scale of 1 to 10.

Video: 79th Academy Awards

Hudson on Oscar win
Feb. 27: Jennifer Hudson talks with TODAY host Matt Lauer about her best supporting actress win at the Oscars. The 'Dreamgirl' also gets a surprise visit from her sister Julia Hudson.

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Young Oscar nominees
From Jackie Cooper to Tatum O'Neal to Abigail Breslin, young Hollywood stars have proven that you don't need years to win an Oscar.

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