On Tuesday, the Oscars nominees came together in Los Angeles for their annual class photo, a gathering usually held earlier in the season but postponed this year due to the LA wildfires. Among the stars present were Ariana Grande, Timothée Chalamet, and Demi Moore, all gearing up for the Academy Awards set for Sunday, March 2. Here's a look at 12 noteworthy details from this year's momentous event:

1. **Front Row Energy:** Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo were the front-row highlights, elegantly supporting each other following their bond during the Wicked press tour. In a playful twist, Erivo prompted everyone to shout "Oscar nominee!" instead of the traditional "cheese" before the click of the camera.

2. **Fashion Spotting:** Maya Gnyp, producer of the nominated documentary short "I Am Ready, Warden," turned heads with her stunning colorful jumper. Her vibrant choice could become a seasonal trendsetter just as spring approaches.

3. **Stellar Front Row:** Other nominees alongside Grande and Erivo included Zoe Saldaña, Mikey Madison, and Monica Barbaro. Saldaña, praised for her performance in "Emilia Pérez," is favored to win Best Supporting Actress, bringing competitive spirit to her fellow nominees.

4. **Late Arrival:** Celebrated director James Mangold, nominated for "A Complete Unknown," made a dramatic late entrance to the class photo, eliciting playful cheers and groans from peers. Despite his seasoned career, this is his first nomination for Best Director.

5. **Team Spirit:** The Black Box Diaries team, including director Shiori Ito, showcased camaraderie by joining hands for a celebratory pose, a warm moment amid the usually serious tone of award gatherings.

6. **Back Row A-List:** Notably sitting in the back row were three major stars, including Demi Moore with her dramatic role in "The Substance." Even from afar, their significance was felt in the lineup.

7. **Absent Elton:** Songwriter Bernie Taupin and singer Brandi Carlile graced the front row, nominated for Best Original Song. Notably absent was Sir Elton John, who might perform during Sunday’s ceremony.

8. **Chalamet’s Solitude:** Timothée Chalamet, fresh off a SAG Awards win, looked introspective, taking a seat on the aisle and striking a thoughtful pose.

9. **Leading Actors in Focus:** The back row also featured other leading actors such as Adrien Brody and Colman Domingo, both with compelling narratives attached to their character portrayals this awards season.

10. **British Representation:** British talents Felicity Jones, Cynthia Erivo, and Ralph Fiennes gathered together, with Fiennes eyeing an extraordinary fourth Best Picture win if his nominated film succeeds.

11. **Absences Felt:** Some notable nominees like Kieran Culkin were absent, while Emilia Pérez star Karla Sofía Gascón’s absence raised eyebrows due to her recent controversies.

12. **Clarence Maclin's Moment:** Clarence Maclin, nominated through his inclusion in "Sing," represented a significant story of redemption with a watchful demeanor during the class gathering.

As the anticipation builds for the Oscars, this class photo not only highlighted nominees but also celebrated their unique journeys and the magic of cinema connecting them all.