Academy Awards gala pays tribute to Judy Garland and iconic film “Oz” film

Mar 3, 2014 11:14 GMT  ·  By

One of the most beautiful moments at last night’s Oscars 2014, which was broadcast live from the Dolby Theater, was Pink’s live performance of “Over the Rainbow” as part of the Judy Garland tribute.

You can see her rendition in the video above. It’s poor video and audio quality, but it’s decent enough to help you get an idea of how amazing it was, until we have a better clip to illustrate it with.

Before the performance, Whoopi Goldberg took to the stage to honor Judy on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of “The Wizard of Oz,” and singled out the star’s children by name, who were reunited for the Academy Awards: Liza Minnelli, Lorna Luft and Joey Luft.

The three always had a rather troubled relationship, but reports are now saying they’re on very good terms.

After Pink’s gorgeous number and the following commercial break, host Ellen DeGeneres rushed on stage dressed in a cheap-looking Glinda the Witch costume and complaining that she was left out of a performance for which she had prepared intensely.

You will see this funny bit in the video immediately below. Ellen also introduced Jennifer Garner and Benedict Cumberbatch, as the most beautiful actress ever and the man with the strangest name possible.