New rules for the Oscars: AI actors are out of the race
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has ruled that AI-generated performances are not eligible for Oscars, maintaining that only human actors and screenwriters can be considered for awards. Filmmakers may still use AI tools in production, but the performances themselves cannot be submitted for consideration. The decision aligns with previous labor agreements from the 2023 WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes concerning AI use in entertainment.
- ▪The Academy announced on May 1, 2026, that AI performances are ineligible for Oscar nominations.
- ▪Filmmakers can use AI tools in their work, but only human actors and human-authored screenplays qualify for awards.
- ▪The rule change follows agreements made during the 2023 WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes about AI in the entertainment industry.
- ▪A trailer featuring an AI recreation of late actor Val Kilmer sparked controversy and highlighted concerns about digital likenesses.
- ▪Taylor Swift recently trademarked her voice and image to combat unauthorized AI-generated versions of herself online.
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Home > Entertainment New rules for the Oscars: AI actors are out of the race Sorry, Tilly Norwood. By Chase DiBenedetto Chase DiBenedetto Social Good Reporter Chase joined Mashable's Social Good team in 2020, covering online stories about digital activism, climate justice, accessibility, and media representation. Her work also captures how these conversations manifest in politics, popular culture, and fandom. Sometimes she's very funny. Read Full Bio on May 2, 2026 Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Flipboard Filmmakers can still AI tools, however. Credit: Emma McIntyre / Staff / WireImage via Getty Images The Academy won't be handing over the golden statuette to robots anytime soon.
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