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James Van Der Beek (pictured above in September 2019) was left out of Sunday’s 2026 Oscars “In Memoriam” segment. AFP via Getty Images
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Eric Dane (pictured above in April 2022) was also not featured. Getty Images
“What a missed opportunity,” one wrote, as another added, “It was wrong to leave them out.”
Many pointed out that Van Der Beek and Dane were primarily known for their work on TV, although they both appeared in films throughout their careers.
The pair, notably, died just ahead of the awards show — as did Michelle Trachtenberg, whose snub made headlines last year.
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