Critics Choice Awards postponed again due to LA wildfires
15 Jan 2025

The 30th Critics Choice Awards, which were originally slated for Sunday (January 12), have been postponed for the second time amid the raging Los Angeles wildfires.

The ceremony was first rescheduled to January 26 but has now been deferred to an unconfirmed date in February.

The venue remains the same, with the event set to take place at the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica.

Wildfires have disrupted several Hollywood events
Industry impact

The Los Angeles wildfires, which started on January 7, have disrupted several Hollywood events including the Critics Choice Awards.

The fires have scorched large parts of Los Angeles County, destroying thousands of structures and forcing mass evacuations of nearly 200K residents.

This crisis has greatly impacted the entertainment industry, delaying and rescheduling several award ceremonies and taping of shows.

Broadcast details and host announcement for the awards
Ceremony plans

Despite the rescheduling, the live broadcast of the Critics Choice Awards will still air on E! and be made available on Peacock the next day. This way, both domestic and international audiences can be a part of the event.

Comedian Chelsea Handler still remains committed to hosting the ceremony, promising a night that balances "celebration, respect, and resilience" during these challenging times for Los Angeles.

Industry's response to wildfires and nomination highlights
Relief efforts

In the wake of the wildfires, Los Angeles residents and the entertainment industry have come together to support the affected. Donations are being made to organizations such as the California Fire Foundation, the LA Fire Department Foundation, and the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank.

The Critics Choice Awards continues to be one of the most awaited events of the season, with Edward Berger's Conclave and Jon M Chu's Wicked topping this year's nominations with 11 nods each.