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1. LOTS OF BIG MOMENTS FOR LA LA LAND
Legend not only costarred in “La La Land,” he also produced it with Mike Jackson and Ty Stiklorius. While Legend didn’t earn any individual awards for his work on the film, he was part of the celebration.
Some big wins for the film:
“La La Land” won best director for Damien Chazelle, who at 32 became the youngest person to win in that category.
Emma Stone won best actress for her role in “La La Land” as a struggling, aspiring actress who nearly gives up on her Hollywood dream, mustering the courage to make one more try after encouragement from her on-screen boyfriend (Ryan Gosling, who was also nominated).
Benj Pasek took home the Academy Award for Best Song for “City of Stars” from “La La Land.” He, along with cowriter Josh Hurwitz (who won for best score) and Justin Paul, were actually nominated twice in the category.
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2. A LEGENDARY PERFORMANCE
John Legend performed a soulful mash-up of “City of Stars” and “Audition (The Fools Who Dream)” from “La La Land” during the ceremony.
Dancers encircled Legend’s piano, an two even re-enacted the dancing in the sky scene from the musical.
3. FASHION GOALS
John and wife Chrissy are always relationship goals. But especially on the Red Carpet!
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4. WINNING LEGACY
Don’t forget Legend is no stranger to Oscar gold. He and Common took home the Oscar for their song “Glory” from SELMA at the 2015 Oscars.
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