Oscar Nominees Score Lavish $350K Gift Bags!

Every Oscar nominee will receive a lavish $350,000 gift bag this year, ensuring all contenders are winners. The exclusive 'Everyone Wins' collection offers luxury experiences, from international trips to Sri Lanka and Ibiza to cosmetic procedures and unique items like custom prenuptial agreements.

These opulent bags, assembled by the marketing firm Distinctive Assets, are not officially affiliated with the Oscars. Companies pay a fee to include their products, seeking association with top talent. This marketing strategy also aims to support small businesses and diverse entrepreneurs.

Beyond travel and wellness, the gift bags feature designer items, luxury skincare, and gourmet treats. Celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck is also preparing for his 32nd year catering the Governors Ball, featuring a menu with comfort food and new additions like a sushi station. Puck shared his Oscar predictions, favoring films like 'Sinners' for Best Picture and anticipating wins for Paul Thomas Anderson and Sean Penn, while expressing less certainty about Timothée Chalamet's Best Actor chances.