No Bad Blood, Brian and Brett Break Bread

November 10, 2011 Academy Awards

Although Brian Grazer has stepped into the role as 2012 Oscars producer, recently vacated by his director friend Brett Ratner, the two "Tower Heist" buddies were spotted having a meal together in Santa Monica.

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Ratner and host Eddie Murphy both announced this week that they were exiting the 84th Annual Academy Awards. Ratner resigned in the wake of a recent gay slur, with Murphy parting the following day.

The big question now: who will host the Oscars? Ricky Gervais, who caused quite a stir as Golden Globes host, has reportedly said he's game. Tell us who you think would be the best candidate!

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