GettyImages Celebrity News: 01/24/12

The Oscar nominations have been announced in Beverly Hills, with 'Hugo' and 'The Artist' leading the pack. Both films are nominated for Best Picture, alongside other contenders like 'Moneyball' and 'The Descendants'. Notable actors such as George Clooney and Brad Pitt are up for Best Actor, while Meryl Streep and Viola Davis are among the Best Actress nominees. The Best Supporting categories feature talents like Jonah Hill and Octavia Spencer. Directors like Martin Scorsese and Woody Allen are vying for Best Director. The Oscar ceremony will be covered in detail on February 26th.

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