Entertainment · 18 March 2026

Oscars Viewers Fall 9% to 17.9 Million People

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For the first time since 2021, Oscars viewership fell, ending a four-year rise in its audience numbers. The Sunday night telecast attracted 17.9 million people, showing a 9% reduction from last year’s audience. Audience declines also happened for the Grammy and Golden Globe awards, making it the first time all three fell together.

By BriefTea Editorial · 18 March 2026 at 3:58

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