Film academy invites 529 new members, including Jenna Ortega, the Safdie brothers and Jacob Elordi

Key Points:

• The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences invited 529 new members to join the Oscar voting body, increasing its total membership to 11,319, nearly double the size from a decade ago.
• The new class includes notable figures such as Teyana Taylor, Josh O’Connor, Jenna Ortega, Jacob Elordi, and Simu Liu, with 42% women, 56% from underrepresented communities, and 53% from outside the U.S.
• The academy has diversified significantly since 2015, reducing its male membership from 75% to 64% and white membership from 92% to 75%, with international members now making up 22% of voters.
• Membership selection continues to prioritize professional qualifications alongside goals of representation, inclusion, and equity, reflecting ongoing efforts to address past criticisms like the #OscarsSoWhite controversy.
• The academy has also expanded its awards categories recently, introducing new honors such as casting and upcoming recognition for stunt design, while continuing to grow its membership at a more measured pace.