Part 6/8:
His speech included provocative points about "drag queens" reading stories to children and advocating for liberal ideas about gender and sexuality—messages that many feel are divisive or inappropriate for young audiences. Such moments often generate controversy rather than celebration, further polarizing audiences and diminishing the universal appeal of these award shows.
The End of an Era
The combined factors of declining ratings, lack of audience interest, and industry overreach have led many to conclude that Hollywood’s award shows are no longer the cultural phenomena they once were. The absence of major NFL lead-ins, combined with the focus on niche prestige titles, has left these programs exposed—struggling simply to attract viewers on their own merit.