Oscars 2024 updates, red carpet, winners, and more: Vanessa Hudgens announces pregnancy at the 96th Academy Awards

The expecting mother was glowing as she cradled her baby bump on the red carpet in a figure-hugging black gown.

The 35-year-old married professional baseball star Cole Tucker three months ago.

As celebrities make their way to the red carpet, demonstrators are waving flags and holding signs just outside – causing the LAPD to amp up its police presence in the area.

Several groups, including Film Workers for Palestine, have organized the protest because they believe Israel will attack Rafah in Gaza while the awards show is going on.

While some looked stunning on the red carpet, others missed the mark with fashion fails and sartorial nightmares.

Erika Alexander lead the pack in a a rather baffling gown that featured a simple white strapless silhouette – which would have been incredibly elegant, had it not been for the enormous black, purple, pink, and green tutu-style skirt that was strung around her waist, covering much of the simple dress design underneath.

Oops! The YouTube star had a bit of an awkward moment when she tripped and fell to the ground while arriving at the awards show.

Jennifer Lawrence and Emily Blunt took to the stage for a final run-thru at LA’s Dolby Theatre hours ahead of the ceremony.

The ladies dressed down in casual ensembles as they rehearsed alongside a slew of other stars including Al Pacino, Steven Spielberg, Chris Hemsworth, America Ferrera, Kate McKinnon, Ryan Gossling, Issa Rae, Dwane ‘The Rock’ Johnson, Anya Taylor-Joy, Lupita Nyong’o, Cynthia Erivo, and Michael Keaton.

Despite the show still being hours away, some big names have already started showing up at the Dolby Theater in Los Angeles in dazzling dresses and glamorous gowns.

Hollywood’s most elite are already getting ready to storm the red carpet, with stars like Kim and Reese, among others, sharing glimpses of how they prepare for the coveted awards show on their social media accounts.

A total of 10 films are battling it out for Best Picture while lesser known stars such as Lily Gladstone and Colman Domingo are up against seasoned actors like Robert De Niro and Jodie Foster in the acting categories.

But who looks set to walk away with awards this year and who will be left disappointed?

DailyMail.com takes a look at the runners and riders tipped for Oscars success.

Follow along for updates throughout the night, including the best and worst red carpet looks, the most dramatic moments during the show, the winners, and more.