Overview

• Harrison Ford, originally set to present at the 97th Academy Awards, stepped down after being diagnosed with shingles on Friday, February 28.
• Shingles, caused by the reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus, leads to a painful rash and other symptoms but is not life-threatening.
• Ford is reportedly doing well and resting following the diagnosis, according to Entertainment Weekly and other outlets.
• The actor's withdrawal comes shortly after his appearance at the SAG Awards, where he shared a lighthearted moment with his 'Shrinking' co-star Jessica Williams.
• The Oscars, hosted by Conan O'Brien, will proceed with a lineup of presenters including Robert Downey Jr., Gal Gadot, and Whoopi Goldberg, airing tonight at 7 p.m. ET on ABC and Hulu.