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In pictures: Oscars red carpet

George Clooney

George Clooney was one of the first on the red carpet and won the first award of the night for best supporting actor in Syriana.

Rachel Weisz

Another early arrival was best supporting actress winner Rachel Weisz.

Keira Knightley

Keira Knightley missed out on a best actress Oscar for her role as Elizabeth Bennet in Pride and Prejudice.

Heath Ledger and Michelle Williams

Brokeback Mountain stars Heath Ledger and Michelle Williams are missed out.

Reese Witherspoon

Reese Witherspoon's role as June Carter in Walk the Line however saw her pick up the best actress Oscar.

Amy Adams

Actress Amy Adams, who wore a Carolina Herrera dress, said she felt "blessed" to be nominated for a best supporting actress Oscar for her role in Junebug.

Jessica Alba

Sin City star Jessica Alba is due to present an Oscar during the ceremony at Hollywood's Kodak Theatre.

Matt Dillon

Crash actor Matt Dillon battled it out with George Clooney, Jake Gyllenhaal, Paul Giamatti and William Hurt for best supporting actor.

Felicity Huffman and William H. Macy

Best actress hopeful Felicity Huffman arrived with her husband, actor William H. Macy.

Nicole Kidman

Nicole Kidman was due to present the best supporting actor award.

Charlize Theron

Charlize Theron was nominated for best actress for her role in North County.




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