PERFORMANCE #1: DAWES performing singing Randy Newman’s “I Love L.A.” with the backing band made up of John Legend, Brad Paisley, Sheryl Crow, Brittany Howard, and St. Vincent.
Following host Trevor Noah’s opening introduction that paid tribute to Los Angeles whereas addressing the horrifying and damaging wildfires which have affected the world. If you happen to took a drink every time Taylor Swift may very well be seen smiling behind the stage, you would be juuust about prepared for the remainder of this.
To start out, these tragically minimal musings about what I witnessed bouncing between purple carpet specials whereas awaiting the large present.
* Jaden Smith is carrying a home on his head. I wish to repeat that, however even when I say it twice, it’d make him disappear, and I don’t wish to rid the universe of such a thriller.
* I like that a number of nominees and celebs dealt with their on-camera purple carpet interviews alongside ASL interpreters, akin to Cynthia Erivo and Janelle Monáe, although I’m not totally certain why some gave the impression to be working with particular expertise, as a substitute of all of the interviews being interpreted by a devoted crew.
* Chappell Roan’s classic couture look, which featured a costume from Jean Paul Gaultier’s 2003 assortment, is pure standout bliss.
* Can we get Miley Cyrus and Lainey Wilson collectively for a modern-day Hannah Montana revival? I imply, we can’t, however can somebody?
And now….the opening!