Janet Yang
Janet Yang is the president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, recognized for her contributions to the film industry and her commitment to diversity and inclusion. In her leadership role, she, alongside CEO Bill Kramer, has been instrumental in shaping the direction of the Oscars, particularly as the 97th ceremony focuses on celebrating the strength and creativity of filmmakers in the wake of recent events in Los Angeles.
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Janet Yang is the founder and president of Janet Yang Productions.
تحالف «بريدج» يناقش الاستراتيجية المقبلة وتسريع التحضيرات للدورة المقبلة
United Arab Emirates· 2025-12-19
She remarked that the inaugural edition of the Bridge Summit comes at a critical juncture for storytelling production and distribution.
أبوظبي تجمع قادة الإعلام والمحتوي في «قمة بريدج 2025» اليومUnited Arab Emirates· 2025-12-08
Janet Yang previously held the position of president of the Academy before Lynette Howell Taylor.
Oscars : la productrice Lynette Howell Taylor élue présidente de l’Académie
France· 2025-08-01
Janet Yang has led the Academy for six years before Lynette Howell Taylor took over.
La Academia de Cine de Hollywood elige a Lynette Howell Taylor como nueva presidenta | Cultura
Spain· 2025-07-31
Janet Yang is the president of the Academy who announced the new invitees.
Ariana Grande y Adria Arjona, entre los 534 nuevos invitados a la Academia de Hollywood
Honduras· 2025-06-27
Janet Yang highlighted Tom Cruise's incredible commitment to the film community.
À 62 ans, Tom Cruise décroche enfin son premier Oscar
Morocco· 2025-06-20
Janet Yang highlighted Tom Cruise's incredible commitment to the film community.
Tom Cruise recibirá un Óscar honorífico en los Governors Awards
Colombia· 2025-06-18President Janet Yang of the Oscar Academy celebrates the four legendary individuals at this year's Governors Awards.
Tom Cruise hedres med Æres-Oscar
Norway· 2025-06-18Janet Yang, the president of the Academy, expressed honor in recognizing these brilliant artists.
Tom Cruise tendrá por fin un Oscar: recibirá el de honor junto a Dolly Parton | CulturaSpain· 2025-06-18Janet Yang stated that this year's Governors Awards will celebrate four legendary individuals.
¡Misión posible! Tom Cruise recibirá un Óscar 25 años después de su primera nominación
Dominican Republic· 2025-06-17Janet Yang, president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, attended the pre-screening discussion.
Ang Lee reflects on ’Crouching Tiger’ on 25th anniversary
Taiwan· 2025-05-12
Janet Yang, the president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, spoke about the unique power of cinema to bring people together.
امسال یک فیلم چینی برنده اسکار میشود؟
Iran· 2025-04-20
Janet Yang is the president of the Academy.
„Oskarai“ kuria naują apdovanojimą: bus skirtas už ypatingą veiklą | Vardai
Lithuania· 2025-04-11
Janet Yang, the president of the organization, expressed pride in recognizing the innovative work of action specialists.
Oscars: Añaden categoría para dobles de riesgo y escenas de acción 2027 | Stunts | Cine | Luces | Últimas | TVMAS
Peru· 2025-04-11
Academy President Janet Yang expressed pride in honouring the work of stunt designers.
Oscars to add stunt design award for its 100th ceremony
Canada· 2025-04-11
Janet Yang is the president of the Academy who expressed pride in recognizing stunt artists.
Новая номинация появится у кинопремии “Оскар“: 11 апреля 2025, 08:30
Kazakhstan· 2025-04-11
Janet Yang is the president of the Academy who expressed pride in honoring the work of stunt performers.
Oscars : une nouvelle catégorie récompensera les cascadeurs à compter de 2028France· 2025-04-11
Janet Yang is the president of the Academy.
Óskarsverðlaun verða veitt fyrir áhættuatriði
Iceland· 2025-04-11Janet Yang also signed the apology note from the Academy addressing the situation involving Hamdan Ballal.
Academia do Oscar se desculpa por resposta a prisão de diretor palestino
Liechtenstein· 2025-03-30
Janet Yang is the president of the Academy who expressed regret for the Academy's initial response to the attack on Ballal.
Academy apologizes for not naming ‘No Other Land’ co-director Hamdan Ballal in response to attack
United States· 2025-03-29
Janet Yang is the president of the Academy who released a statement apologizing for the initial response to Ballal's arrest.
Academy apologises after over 600 members condemn muted response to Hamdan Ballal’s arrest by Israeli forces - Culture
Pakistan· 2025-03-29
Janet Yang is the president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences who faced criticism for her response to the attack on Ballal.
600 miembros de la Academia de Cine de Hollywood se rebelan contra la presidencia por su tibia respuesta tras el ataque al director de ‘No Other Land’ | CulturaSpain· 2025-03-28
Janet Yang is the Academy president who issued a statement regarding the treatment of artists but did not reference Hamdan Ballal by name.
Academy board to meet as response to No Other Land director’s arrest decried | No Other Land
United Kingdom· 2025-03-28
Janet Yang is the president of the Academy of Motion Pictures, involved in the response to the situation surrounding Hamdan Ballal.
The Academy issues vague statement without naming Hamdan Ballal or No Other Land after Israeli attack on director - CulturePakistan· 2025-03-28
Janet Yang is the president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
No Other Land co-director condemns Academy’s letter to members after Hamdan Ballal attack | FilmUnited Kingdom· 2025-03-28
Janet Yang is the president of the Academy who confirmed the return of the production team.
Cine va prezenta gala Oscar din 2026. „A fost gazda perfectă”
Romania· 2025-03-18
Janet Yang praised O’Brien for guiding the Oscars this month.
Conan O’Brien regresará como anfitrión de los Premios Oscar en 2026
Venezuela· 2025-03-18Janet Yang praised O’Brien for guiding the Oscars this month.
Comediante Conan O’Brien regresará como anfitrión de los Premios Oscar en 2026Venezuela· 2025-03-18Janet Yang praised the entertaining and visually impressive show produced for the Oscars.
Los Oscar de 2026 ya tienen fecha y presentador: el 15 de marzo y repetirá Conan O’Brien | Premios Oscar | CineSpain· 2025-03-17
Janet Yang praised Conan O’Brien for guiding viewers through the show 'with great skill'.
Conan O'Brien skal for anden gang i træk være oscarvært
Denmark· 2025-03-17