Date 26/02/2016 - News People
Chris Rock is preparing to host the 2016 Oscars this Sunday and many anticipate he will joke about the #OscarsSoWhite controversy and, as many have done in his position, poke fun at fellow celebs. The 51-year-old comedian and actor was among the first celebs to comment publicly on the lack of diversity among this year's acting nominees, calling the ceremony the " White BET Awards ." All are white, and all of last year's acting nominees were as well. Following the backlash, the Academy has vowed to boost the number of female and "diverse" members over the next five years.