SubscribeMiley Cyrus, Oscar presenter: Should we be outraged?
Miley Cyrus isn't really a film star, of course. That "documentary" of hers in theaters right now is just an affordable alternative for tweens whose parents can't, or won't, pay gabillions for real concert tix. Does 
she really deserve a place on the stage at the Oscars, which presumably celebrate the best of cinema? Or is this just a stunt to draw more TV viewers?
It's not the first time that the Oscars hauled in TV stars to take center stage at film's august event. Heck, some even hosted the occasion — successfully (Johnny Carson) and the opposite (David Letterman). This year's host Jon Stewart is another TV star, of course, unless you recall "Death to Smoochy," and even Stewart tries not to.
Assuming that they agree that Miley Cyrus is stunt-casting at the Oscars, I asked our forum posters to cite some other examples of dubiously appropriate presenters at award shows past. Iskolar cites TV stars James Gandolfini and Teri Hatcher at recent Grammys. (Good ones, Iskolar!) Then he adds, "Of course, no one beats Miley Cyrus." READ MORE.
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WoW. big deal she's saying a couple of words on stage and handing an award to an old geaser. Who the hell cares?? She's beginning to be annoying. She pops up everywhere were her disney butt shouldn't be but whatever.I don't get how this is helping annyone but her though. This is just another chance for her to wear a mini dress and look like a 15 y.o. whore
Posted by: Elena | February 22, 2008 at 12:12 PM
My girls will watch the Oscar just cause Miley Cyrus is showing up, so, good done Academy, you gonna have high raiting meanwhile she does appear..
I dont see the big deal, I will watch the awards in peace since the kids wont be bothering.. I mean they will be paying attenion.. fun but thats the reality.. and dont care if she shows up my kids loves her and I wanna watch them happy, and they will be so happy so I will. And counting what happened meanwhile the superbowl Disney had all the right to ask an spot in the awards for her... remember the money coming from movies is a good ingredient in the industry, sometimes determinates nominations and thats the truth.. I guess that the mean reason in hollywood to count her IN
Posted by: Pam | February 22, 2008 at 10:41 AM
Oh come on!...outraged because Miley Cyrus will be a presenter at the Oscars?. One could feel outraged about the war in Iraq, or George W. Bush and his tagic legacy but, certainly not about Miley Cyrus presenting an award at the Oscars. Tom, I'm sure you have far more interesting or important things to think about...don't you?.
Posted by: JRM | February 21, 2008 at 07:08 AM
Hey, she had a #1 Movie this year and a #concer, like it or not! It doesn't matter if was a cartoon or concert, people paid good money to see her perform via theatres or in person.
Posted by: MARIA | February 19, 2008 at 03:13 PM
The Oscars are damn lucky Miley agreed to appear on their show. She's the HOTTEST TICKET ANYWHERE IN THE USA this year. Not any of those OLD people. I for one am sick of seeing pre-historic acts. DON'T HATE HER BECAUSE SHE'S TALENTED AND OBVIOUSLY BLESSED.
Posted by: Terry | February 19, 2008 at 03:09 PM
And she was in BIG FISH, after all...
Posted by: Dan Fiorella | February 19, 2008 at 11:21 AM
The Barney comparison is fit, but Kermit IS a big movie star. I'd take him as a presenter anyday.
Posted by: To MH | February 18, 2008 at 01:45 PM
At first I scoffed when I read her name as a presenter. Then I realized that they'll probably pair her with one of the animated presenters. I mean, if she announces Best Picture, that'd be a bit "WTF?" but is it really hard to imagine her presenting one of the lesser categories, esp. if it's one that includes the animated flicks, or songs given her background and the nature of some of the films (Enchanted)?
Posted by: Vogs | February 18, 2008 at 01:43 PM
Actually, Kermit the Frog DID present an Oscar (along with Miss Piggy) back in 1980.
I don't see what the big deal is, here...if pre-teens can be nominated for/actually WIN Academy Awards, why can't Miley Cyrus present one?
Posted by: Jeff | February 18, 2008 at 01:24 PM
The Oscars has been a sham for so long I find it humourous anybody can even be surprised let alone upset with the choice of Miley Montana.
Posted by: Polly Wannamaker | February 18, 2008 at 12:49 PM
I CANNOT EVEN BEGIN TO DESCRIBE WHAT AN OUTRAGE THIS IS! DISNEY IS ONE OF THE RICHEST COMPANIES AND THEY MADE HER A STAR! SHE HAS NO TALENT! NO VOICE! CANNOT ACT FOR HER LIFE! ALL SHE DOES IS ACT ON A DISNEY SHOW! ANOYONE COULD DO THAT UNLESS YOU ARE MENTALLY RETARTED ! THE ONLY REASON SHE GOT THE ROLE IS BECAUSE THEY LIKED HER AND HER DAD PLAYING THE ROLE TOGETHER. SHE PRACTICALLY HAD TO BEG THEM FOR THE PART!!! EVER SEE HER AUDITION TAPE ON YOUTUBE FOR HANNAH MONTANA? WORSTTT ACTRESS EVER ON MY WATCH! I DONT CARE IF SHE IS YOUNG AND PEOPLE THINK SHES CUTE! SHES AN OUTRAGE! THE WHOLE INDUSTRY IS OUT OF THEIR MINDS! PUTTING PEOPLE LIKE THAT IN IT! THEY ARE RUINING THE INDUSTRY! COMPARE HER TO A REA.L ACTRESS LIKE JULIA ROBERTS! OH YEAH - THERE IS NO COMPARASIN! HORRIFYYING!!! SIMPLY HORRIFYING IF OYU ASK ME!!!!! IM OUTRAGED! ITS A DISGRACE TO THE INDUSTRY AND CINEMATIC FILM!
Posted by: EMMAOURTRAGED | February 18, 2008 at 11:41 AM
Couldn't they get Paris Hilton?
Posted by: Kat | February 18, 2008 at 03:15 AM
I Don't know why Cyrus was chosen to be an Oscar presenter. Personally I am sick of hearing about her and her dad. The entertainment eve. talk shows make her and her dad out to be some kind of heros. I thought I read somewhere that he is not very considerate of his extended family.I wish they would both just go away for awhile. It is hard to believe some people haven't heard of her.She has been all over the television .Please do us all a favor eve. entertainment shows, give us a break.Enough is enough.Let the real stars present the awards and send her to disneyland where she belongs. Jeanette
Posted by: jeanette | February 17, 2008 at 08:53 PM
Tom, sometimes you seem to forget this is first and foremost a TV show now. I hear ya, but higher ratings is goof for all Oscar fans.
Posted by: Marshall | February 17, 2008 at 07:26 PM
i think that miley should be able to present the award.who cares that she isnt film star yet.shes an amazing actress and an amazing singer.shes working on becoming a film star in the upcoming Hannah Montana Movie.Miley Cyrus is one of the BIGGEST stars today.there are gonna be thousands and thousands of Miley Cyrus fans tuning in to see her present the award so you people should be happy instead of mad.she is gonna raise the ratings.all of you people who dont support SHOULD SUPPORT HER!!!!!!!!
Posted by: melanie | February 17, 2008 at 11:10 AM
Come on Tom, I am a big fan, but even this is a little low isn't it. Granted she is a young star and is known for her music and television roles. But, you cannot ignore the fact that she DID just set a superbowl weekend record at the box office. And frankly, that little haul for her concert could revolutionize what many people believe can be successfully distributed in movie theaters. Thus, a true impact on CINEMA. Also, she is a big star right now, she just had a number one movie in theaters, why wouldn't the oscar's want to capitalize on that just like they capitalize on Jack Nicholson every year, whether he was in a movie or not.
Posted by: ONEILFAN | February 17, 2008 at 08:50 AM
Yes, and I think we should also have Barney presenting and I am sure Kermit the Frog will be available too! Let's fact it, nothing is sacred in Hollywood. Everything is for a buck. Not to take anything away from Miley, but shouldn't she be at the Teen Awards or something? Can they leave anything for the grow ups anymore? I'm in early 30's but *so* sick and tired of everything Hollywood does being so focused around the 14-19 year old *children* in this country.
Posted by: MH | February 17, 2008 at 08:37 AM
Who is Miley Cyrus? I haven't heard of this child.
Posted by: Armando (Caracas, Venezuela) | February 17, 2008 at 07:31 AM
I don't even know who she is?????????
Posted by: Kokolo | February 17, 2008 at 04:08 AM
Why does it matter to so many of you if Miley Cyrus presents an award? It sounds to me like a lot of sour grapes and jealousy. Miley's got acting talent and singing talent. Furthermore, she's as big a name as you get these days. Did anyone notice that Barbara Walters chose to interview her for her pre-Oscar special? That might be an indication of the fact that MANY people LIKE Miley Cyrus and WILL be tuning into the Oscars to see her. I know I will be happy to see a rising star like her on this show. Miley's an American treasure and we should recognize her and applaud her. Let's stop beating down the good people in the spotlight and let them enjoy their moments. I'm hoping hers will be a very long moment!
Posted by: Wendy | February 16, 2008 at 06:23 PM