Awkwafina, Chris Evans, Tina Fey Among First Round of Presenters for THE OSCARS

The first round of OSCARS 2019 presenters was announced this morning by OSCARS 2019 producer Donna Gigliotti and co-producer and director Glenn Weiss. To help honor the incredible slate of OSCARS 2019 nominees-from blockbusters to independent films-and embrace the diversity of the global movie-going audience, 13 stars were added to the list of presenters. Awkwafina, Daniel Craig, Chris Evans, Tina Fey, Whoopi Goldberg, Brie Larson, Jennifer Lopez, Amy Poehler, Maya Rudolph, Amandla Stenberg, Charlize Theron, Tessa Thompson, and Constance Wu will be taking the Oscar stage as presenters LIVE SUNDAY FEBRUARY 24 8e|5p on ABC. In addition, it was announced that Gustavo Dudamel and the LA Philharmonic will perform during the OSCARS 2019 "In Memoriam" segment.

We want to give the public an opportunity to once again experience the moments that have moved us all. It is a celebration of our universal love of movies.

Donna Gigliotti and Glenn Weiss

"The Oscar nominees have generated tremendous worldwide attention through their captivating stories, achievements and performances," said Gigliotti and Weiss.

The producers will continue to announce talent joining the show in the coming weeks, and, as previously announced, the show will feature musical performances of the five Original Song nominees.

"From blockbuster hits to intimate tales of the human spirit, the movies we celebrate at the OSCARS connect us in a way that is both moving and powerful," said Karey Burke, President, ABC Entertainment. "Donna and Glenn will deliver a tribute worthy of the talent that will present and receive Oscar gold, and I'm so proud that ABC is home to this monumental night."

"The OSCARS is the most-watched live entertainment event of the year," said Academy president John Bailey. "The show connects us with the power and history of the movies as it reconnects home audiences with their favorite films and stars."

"This is an important moment in Oscar history," said Academy CEO Dawn Hudson. "This year's show maintains Oscar traditions, and is also evolving to reflect our global audience."