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Audio Glitch Disrupts Start of ITV’s Oscars Broadcast

A recurring beeping over Conan O’Brien’s opener prompted complaints until ITV resolved the fault later.

Overview

  • The sound issue began during a pre-recorded segment and continued into Conan O’Brien’s live monologue, making parts difficult to hear.
  • Viewers quickly reported the beeping and feedback on X, urging ITV to fix the live UK feed.
  • The fault was reported as resolved later in the ceremony, with coverage returning to normal by the time the first award was presented.
  • Jonathan Ross led ITV’s studio coverage from London and drew separate viewer criticism over his handling, including alleged name mispronunciations.
  • One on-air moment appeared to show Ross muttering an expletive after mixing up Javier Bardem and Benicio del Toro, according to viewer reactions.