Overview
- McLendon-Covey shared an Instagram post after the telecast with a bandaged selfie, writing there was "no drama" and that "everything is fine."
- Kristen Wiig, Melissa McCarthy, Rose Byrne, Maya Rudolph and Ellie Kemper reunited onstage at the 98th Academy Awards to present best original score and best sound.
- The group delivered a comedic bit reading faux notes attributed to attendees such as Stellan Skarsgård, Leonardo DiCaprio and Benicio Del Toro.
- Director Paul Feig said on the red carpet he had only been told McLendon-Covey was not available for the reunion and offered warm words of support.
- Colleagues and peers, including Allison Tolman and Cheri Oteri, posted supportive comments on McLendon-Covey’s announcement as she recovers.