The oscars have had viewers tanking for years I'm pretty sure. I wasn't even aware they were on, award shows are getting increasingly ignored as many artists like The Weeknd disparage the Grammys, Kendrick getting snubbed, the oscars not featuring black people was a big controversy, Corona and other political stuff taking precedence over a bunch of celebrities patting themselves on the back. People don't care about this shyt anymore. If you don't see this as blatant marketing I can't help you. Getting played by PROFESSIONAL LIARS, and Will being a world reknowned one at that. Look at Rocks ticket sales for his new tour. Will just put a book out. These are two A-listers. This a win-win-win for EVERYONE involved. People still respect both of them and it's generating cash flow and clicks. And the oscars are actually being talked about as opposed to completely ignored like they should be.