Corey Feldman 'Gravely Disappointed' About Corey Haim Oscars Snub

By Amber James Posted Mar 1st 2011 10:35AM

Corey Haim's death has been overlooked by his peers once again. After being omitted from the SAG Awards' In Memoriam montage in January, Haim was notably missing again from the memoriam segment at the 2011 Oscars.

The '80s star, whose credits include 'The Lost Boys,' 'License To Drive' and 'Lucas,' died on March 11, 2010, at the age of 38.

Now, his longtime friend, Corey Feldman is speaking out about the Oscars snub.

"I am gravely disappointed that the public outcry of the voices of Corey's supporters and fans on his omission from the SAG memorial was not heard by the Academy. Corey's films have earned the industry over a half a billion dollars and his work remains an inspiration to young artists world wide," Feldman told PopEater in a statement.

"The fact that politics have interfered with his legacy is a clear indication that the people making decisions in these organizations do not have a handle on who the public adores. Corey dedicated his life to the film industry. The same industry that failed to dedicate even 30 seconds to his memory."

Although the LA County Coroner's Office said Haim died from a heart condition and complications due to pneumonia, it was widely reported that Haim had died from a drug overdose. Movie insiders believe the mis-characterization may have contributed to the snub.

"Often times it seems like The Academy takes the circumstances of an actor's death into account when deciding if they warrant inclusion in the segment ... and perhaps they felt like placing him into the In Memoriam segment would glorify his longtime drug addiction," PopWrap's Jarett Wieselman tells PopEater.

A spokesperson for the Academy was not immediately available for comment when contacted by PopEater.

Tags: corey feldman, Corey Haim, oscars, oscars 2011

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Tuesday 01 March

By Snobs One And All

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Dennis Hopper was a druggie for over 20 years and had 5 marriages under his belt. He may have had more roles than Corey, but he was also a lot older. In other words, he was no more "stellar" than Corey Haim, regarding his personal life, either. They only snubbed Corey because of his addictions, and everyone pretty well can surmise that.

By SWEDE7

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Well played Kevin

By Thomas

Heath Ledger?????

By Diana

I noticed the snub and wondered why? They remembered Heath Ledger so why not Corey Haim? Stinks.

By stu

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Apples to oranges..Heath & Dennis won oscars.
though i bet Corey had a big banana.

By ZZZ999jsz

He was "gravely" disappointed?
Was that supposed to be a pun?

By tina

Um, didn't Heath Ledger die from an overdose?????? He was recognized last year...

By mabel eads

At first I felt a little sorry for Charlie Sheen, but no more. It seems like family, friends and his fans have been licking his feet so to speak.His family,I am sure have been sick with worry about him and he thinks it's some kind of game.Charlie Sheen is a grown man and I am sure in his sober moments, he knows right from wrong. If he isn't careful he will push the envelope too far and then it's too late to turn back. Money, power and fame is too much for some people to handle.

By koolkarenn

The Academy was totally Wrong for leaving him off and they have some nerve. He was a great child actor and regardless of what excuse they give for not having enough time well they should have made time for him and the others left off. RIP Corey!!

By YellowRose3218

Corey Haim was a nice guy, who never hurt anyone but himself.
This story is just another fine example, of the lack of respect of some hollwooders who didnt know his facts when preparing the award show. Corey Haim should have been mentioned.
There was no good excuse for him not be be mentioned, he worked in tv and movies for 30 years, a lot more than most of those people have.
Those who makes jokes about the dead, have a special place in he@@ waiting for them.

By CIHFAN

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I couldn't agree with you more!

By Laurie

What does it matter what he died of he was still in the industry.
How many of the people that are honored might have had substance abuse. It is a disgrace that they can pick and choose who they think is worthy to remember. Shame on them. I personally did not watch any of his movies as I am 59yrs old, but know of him. He still deserves the respect for his work in the industry. Whoever picks who is remembered I hope they forget your name.

By Jeanie

The academy recognized Heath Ledger who did die of an overdose but did not recognize Corey Haim who died of pneumonia. What a bunch of B.S!

By michelle mingo

It would have taken 2 sec to mention him. He deserves at least that. He was a well loved 80's icon and deserves recognition.
Politics need to stay in Washington, and not in Hollywood.

By Paul S

First who cares what Corey Feldman thinks?? What has he done
in the past 20 years??? NOTHING...and the the other Corey was not mentioned during he Oscars because he was a blip in the movies.If they mentioned every person that died that appeared in a few movies we would still be watching footage today.
Get over it he was not important!!

Wednesday 02 March

By Speak Up 4 Justice

WRONG. He absolutely *was* important to a lot of people. Also, *I* care what Corey Feldman thinks about this, that's who. Wouldn't you stand up for your best friend (providing that you have any friends) if you thought he were slighted/wronged after his death? Corey Feldman treated Corey Haim like a little brother, he cared about him, they were best friends. He tried more than once to get him help, but Corey H. was too far gone in his addictions to want it. Put yourself in his shoes - how would you feel if the story was the same, with only your name and the name of your dead best friend being different. I think that Corey F. blames himself a little for not being able to save the life of his best friend, even though he's not guilty. I'm sure you'd stand up for someone you cared about, as well. Corey Haim was more than a *blip*, otherwise he wouldn't have kept getting lead roles time after time.

By Bonbon

In his day Corey probably did more movies than Heath Ledger.

By bayleon02

Corey Feldman is right, the Academy should have taken 30 seconds to remember Corey Haim. He was very famous in the late 80's and the movie, "The Lost Boys" made him one of the most popular teenage actors of the time. Based on who was mentioned, some of them I'm not familiar with at all, he should have been included.

By dorahelen

I THINK IT WOULD HAVE BEEN A NICE GESTURE TO MENTION THIS YOUNGMAN IN THEIR TRIBUTE....BEFORE AND AT ONE TIME, HE WAS A POPULAR ACTOR AND MADE MONEY FOR THE STUDIOS...REST IN PEACE CORY.......

By krikit

You people amaze me. Corey Haim was a fine young actor, and like so many in Hollywood, i.e.; John Belushi, Heath Ledger, River Phoenix, etc., they fell prey to the drinking and drug parties of the "celebrity clan." It's sad in a way that you can have such outstanding actors making millions of dollars for their movie roles, yet have nothing to do with their money other than party it away. I mean, why not help out a children's charity group, ASPCA, cancer organization, or another useful charitable organization. There are other ways to be truly happy with your life. Too many young actors have died at the hands of the "almighty" Hollywood drug scene and it is pathethic. It does not mean, however, that they weren't good actors, just made some poor choices with their lives. It's time for them all to WAKE UP and live life to it's fullest. Happy, Healthy, & "Clean!" Peace out....

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