Welcome to Empire's live coverage of the Oscar red carpet and the ceremony. We'll be commenting on the Academy Awards' best (and worst) dressed as they arrive on the red carpet - and then commenting on all the winners and losers as they're announced. Sit back, grab a brew of your favourite beverage and enjoy the night with us....
Oscars 2012: As It Happened
From the red carpet to the last award..
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