Statement read on behalf of Best Foreign Language Film winner Asghar Farhadi: "My absence is out of respect for the people of my country and the other six nations whom have been disrespected by the inhumane law that bans entry of immigrants to the U.S." #Oscars http://abcn.ws/2mkQxab | ABC News

Roberto Benigni takes a hop, skip, and jump toward the stage at the 71st Academy Awards to accept the Foreign Language Film Oscar for ‘Life Is Beautiful.’ The 7x Oscar-nominated war drama also won for Actor In A Leading Role (Roberto Benigni) and Original Dramatic Score (Nicola Piovani). Check back every day for a new moment and watch the #Oscars LIVE on Sunday, March 12th at 8e/5p! 24 days til #Oscars95 | The Academy