Film Academy Invites 529 New Members: Jacob Elordi, Jenna Ortega, Teyana Taylor and More to Become Oscar Voters
Oscar voting power shifts as 529 rising stars—from actors to directors—join the Academy’s elite ranks
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The brief
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) has invited 529 new members, including actors Jacob Elordi, Jenna Ortega, and Teyana Taylor, along with filmmakers like the Safdie brothers and musicians such as EJAE and Sara Bareilles. The announcement marks the latest expansion of the organization’s voting body ahead of the 2027 Oscars, reflecting a push to diversify its membership and influence over award selections. Coverage from outlets including *Los Angeles Times*, *Variety*, and *Deadline* highlights the mix of talent across genres, from streaming-era stars to indie filmmakers.
The list also includes producers, cinematographers, and composers, underscoring the Academy’s broadened criteria for membership eligibility. No specific acceptance rates or rejection details have been disclosed. Watch for reactions from invited members and potential shifts in Oscar campaign strategies, particularly among studios targeting the expanded voter base.
The Academy has not yet announced a deadline for responses or confirmed whether all invitees will accept.
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Quick answers
Who is eligible to vote after acceptance?
According to AMPAS rules, accepted members gain full voting privileges in their respective categories for the following Oscar ceremony.
How many members does the Academy have now?
Coverage does not specify the current total, but the 529 invites bring the organization closer to its stated goal of expanding beyond 10,000 members.
Will this change affect Oscar campaigning?
Yes—studios and campaigns may adjust their outreach to align with the new voter demographics, though no specific adjustments have been announced.
Coverage (9)
- Jacob Elordi, Jenna Ortega and Stephen Fry among new invited Oscar voters The Guardian · 2h ago
- Jacob Elordi and Teyana Taylor Just Got Invited to Become Academy Members. It Comes with These Exclusive Perks People.com · 4h ago
- Academy invites 529 new Oscars voting members: See who made the cut, from Jacob Elordi to Jenna Ortega Yahoo · 4h ago
- Film Academy Invites 529 to Become Members Including Jacob Elordi, Teyana Taylor and New Disney CEO Josh D’Amaro The Hollywood Reporter · 4h ago
- Jacob Elordi, Jenna Ortega, Teyana Taylor among 529 invited to join motion picture academy Los Angeles Times · 4h ago
- 'Golden' singer EJAE, Sara Bareilles among those invited to join the Academy of Motion Pictures Yahoo · 4h ago
- Film academy invites 529 new members, including Jenna Ortega, the Safdie brothers and Jacob Elordi NBC News · 4h ago
- Motion Picture Academy Invites 529 New Oscar Voters To Join AMPAS Deadline · 4h ago
- Film Academy Invites 529 New Members: Jacob Elordi, Jenna Ortega, Teyana Taylor and More to Become Oscar Voters Variety · 4h ago
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