Oscars turned out to be a big night for more than one movie inspired by L. Frank Baum's Wizard of Oz series. Sure, Wicked got plenty of attention – Oscar-nominated stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande opened the 97th annual Academy Awards with a performance of Oz-related songs,

Queen Latifah hit the stage at the 97th Academy Awards with a live performance, paying tribute to the late Quincy Jones through a performance of “Ease On Down the Road.” Jones died in November, and Latifah’s performance honored the Grammy-winning producer and film composer who collaborated with Michael Jackson.

Quincy Jones received a tribute at the 2025 Academy Awards. Queen Latifah, Whoopi Goldberg and Oprah Winfrey were on hand to remember the late producer and songwriter.

The Queen saluted the king at the Oscars. Queen Latifah took the stage at the 2025 Academy Awards Sunday to pay tribute to Quincy Jones with a musical performance. The New Jersey multi-hyphenate Oscar nominee honored her fellow multi-hyphenate talent by singing the song “ Ease on Down the Road ” from “ The Wiz " (watch below).

Queen Latifah's performance was introduced by Oprah and Whoopi Goldberg, all as part of a tribute to the late producer and composer Quincy Jones

Oscars featured a heartfelt tribute to Quincy Jones, led by Oprah Winfrey and Whoopi Goldberg. They honored his legacy in music and film. Queen Latifah performed, celebrating Jones' remarkable career,

Queen Latifah will honor the late Quincy Jones with a special tribute at the 2025 Oscars on March 2 at the Dolby Theatre. The tribute recognizes Jones’ groundbreaking contributions to film music and his historic achievements at the Academy Awards.