The first visual tribute to the lateKobe Bryantat theOscarscame by way of directorSpike Lee.
When asked by E!s Ryan Seacrest about his wardrobe choice, Lee just remained silent.
The intent behind it was clear.
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Tribute, honor, homage, he later commented toThe Hollywood Reporter.
We all miss him.
Im presenting tonight but at the same …
I wanted to represent.
I want to do both tonight.
Its unclear how (if at all) the Oscars ceremony will offer the fallen star.
Bryant won an Oscar in 2018for his animated short filmDear Basketball.
Lee, whowon an Oscarfor Best Adapted Screenplay forBlacKkKlansmanin 2019, was tapped to present during the 2020 show.
