Overview
- Feldman posted on X that he was not invited to take part in the Academy’s planned on-air salute to his Stand By Me director.
- He suggested some believe his long-standing advocacy about alleged childhood abuse may factor into the omission, while stressing the tribute should proceed without him.
- He asked fans to remove petitions pushing for his inclusion, writing that “they don’t need me there” and that he will honor Reiner privately.
- Variety reported Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan plan to reunite during the In Memoriam segment, and outlets say Jerry O’Connell and Wil Wheaton were tapped, though the Academy has not confirmed invitation details.
- The Oscars air March 15, and Reiner’s December 2025 killings remain under prosecution with son Nick Reiner charged and pleading not guilty.