The 2025 Oscars set the internet ablaze on Sunday night as there were shock wins, snubs and outfit choices on the biggest night in film. 

Yet many of the viral moments weren’t related to the wins themselves, with the guests’ behaviour resulting in plenty of hilarious instant memes.

Host Conan O’Brien poked fun at many of the guests, including the likes of Drake and Adam Sandler – causing the latter to storm out in one shock moment.

Meanwhile, when the cameras weren’t rolling, the star-studded audience were letting loose, getting up to dance and catching up with one another.

One of the funniest behind-the-scenes visuals occurred when Ariana Grande repurposed her dress’ rigid skirt as a phone holder.

Now MailOnline takes a look at the funniest viral moments.

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He’s yet to be nominated for a Oscar in his lengthy career, yet Adam Sandler still managed to steal the show at this year’s Academy Awards, becoming an instant viral moment

Adam Sandler storms out

He’s yet to be nominated for a Oscar in his lengthy career, yet Adam Sandler still managed to steal the show at this year’s Academy Awards.

The actor, 58, raised eyebrows with his outfit at the swanky event, donning a hoodie and shorts as he settled into his seat among the suited and booted.

He has typically never been one to dress up for most awards shows, a fact host Conan O’Brien pointed out in a humorous fashion during his speech.

Yet the jibe prompted Sandler to leave the ceremony while feigning mock offence, but not before giving Oscar nominee Timothee Chalamet a kiss.

After showcasing early headshots of stars like Zoe Saldana, Guy Pearce and even himself, O’Brien then mentioned how everyone was ‘properly dressed,’ before pausing awkwardly.

He then turned to Sandler, who was donning an aqua blue hoodie, basketball shorts and sneakers, sitting in an aisle seat at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood.

‘Conan. What’s up my brother? What’s going on, man?’ Sandler said, before O’Brien chided him and asked, ‘Adam, what are you wearing?’

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Sandler and his typically casual attire stormed out of the Oscars after becoming the butt of one of Conan O’Brien’s Oscar monologue jokes

Adam Sandler hugs Timothee Chalamet and storms out of Oscars

‘What are you doing right now?’ Sandler asked, as O’Brien repeated, ‘I’m asking you what are you wearing?’

Sandler responded, ‘Nobody even thought about what I was wearing until you brought it up!’ as the crowd laughed.

‘You’re dressed like a guy playing video poker at 2 AM, Adam,’ O’Brien added, as Sandler insisted, ‘You know what, I like the way I look, because I’m a good person.’

‘I don’t care about what I wear or what I don’t wear. If my snazzy gym shorts and fluffy sweatshirt offend you so much that you had to mock me in front of my peers, I’m going,’ Sandler said.

O’Brien apologized as Sandler reiterated that he was leaving, adding, ‘I have to,’ as some in the crowd shouted, ‘No’ to try and get him to stay.

The funnyman insisted, ‘No, it’s not you, it’s him,’ while pointing at the Oscar host on stage, as O’Brien was caught laughing.

‘You caused this!’ he said to O’Brien, who tried to stifle another laugh, as Sandler gave the Oscar crowd a special invitation.

‘You are all welcome to join me for a game of five-on-five basketball at Veteran Park tonight. Midnight tip-off. The guy from Nosferatu, he’s on my team,’ Sandler joked.

He then approached Oscar nominee Timothee Chalamet and said, ‘And one more thing, CHALAMET!’ while giving him a hug before leaving to applause.

‘Oh my God, thank you, Adam,’ O’Brien said as Sandler left, before continuing his monologue.

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Sandler ran out of the ceremony after being teased about his casual attire but not before giving Oscar nominee Timothee Chalamet a kiss

Colman Domingo’s dance break

During a commercial break, Colman Domingo – who was nominated in the Best Actor category for Sing Sing – took to the stage to encourage the audience to dance.

Sipping on his drink, the actor was seen swaying his hips as he shouted: ‘Dance it up! We’ve got one more minute so let it out y’all. Come on, dance it up. Let it out.’

Taking to their feet, the audience obliged, showcasing their best dance moves until the cameras started rolling again and they returned to their seats to watch the show.

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During a commercial break, Colman Domingo – who was nominated in the Best Actor category for Sing Sing – took to the stage to encourage the audience to dance

Ariana Grande’s unique phone holder

Ariana divided fans with her fashion choice as she attended the Oscars in a voluminous gown, but it proved to be very handy when it came to holding her accessories.

The songstress was spotted briefly during the broadcast when she rose to her feet next to her costar Cynthia Erivo to applaud Wicked’s costume designer Paul Tazewell, who won the Oscar for his efforts on their film.

As she stood up for a standing ovation, her phone was clearly visible resting on the ripple shelf of her skirt.

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One of the funniest behind-the-scenes visuals occurred when Ariana Grande repurposed her dress’ rigid skirt as a phone holder

Ariana Grande uses her dress as phone holder at the Oscars

A-lister busted Googling his own look

During the ceremony’s downtime, Jeff Goldblum, who plays the Wizard in Wicked, was seen displaying his phone to his wife Emilie Livingston.

But photos snapped of him from behind revealed that Goldblum was hilariously swiping through his own red carpet photos.

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During the ceremony’s downtime, Jeff Goldblum, who plays the Wizard in Wicked, was seen displaying his phone to his wife Emilie Livingston after Googling his look

2025 Oscar Winners: AT A GLANCE

Best Picture: Anora

Actress in a Leading Role: Mikey Madison — Anora

Actor in a Leading Role: Adrien Brody — The Brutalist

Actress in a Supporting Role: Zoe Saldaña — Emilia Pérez

Actor in a Supporting Role: Kieran Culkin — A Real Pain

Adrien Brody, Mikey Madison, Zoe Saldana and Kieran Culkin are seen left to right

Best Director: Sean Baker — Anora

Original Screenplay: Sean Baker — Anora

Achievement in Film Editing: Sean Baker — Anora

Adapted Screenplay: Conclave — Peter Straughan

International Feature Film: I’m Still Here (Brazil)

Documentary Feature Film: No Other Land

Achievement in Costume Design: Paul Tazewell — Wicked

Timothee Chalamet is the butt(er) of the joke

Fashion fans were quick to slam Timothée Chalamet on Sunday night after he made his debut at the 2025 Oscars in a butter-yellow suit.

Chalamet, who was up for Best Actor in a Leading Role for his portrayal of Bob Dylan in A Complete Unknown, came to the awards wearing a custom leather two-piece by Givenchy.

The suit featured loose-fitting pants and a cropped jacket, which the star paired with a matching silk button down shirt.

Instead of a tie or bowtie, Chalamet wore a gold necklace, and tied everything together with a pair of shiny black dress shoes.

However, the look wasn’t one that was for everyone, as many took to X to share their thoughts on his bold look, with some even comparing him to The Man with the Yellow Hat in the Curious George series.

Others simply claimed he looked like a stick of butter.

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Fashion fans were quick to slam Timothée Chalamet on Sunday night after he made his debut at the 2025 Oscars in a butter-yellow suit

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Many took to X to share their thoughts on his bold look, with some even comparing him to The Man with the Yellow Hat in the Curious George series

Amelia Dimoldenberg jokes about virginity

She’s known for her wry and dry interview style on Chicken Shop Date.

And Amelia Dimoldenberg brought her unique sense of style to the Academy Awards as she served as the official red carpet interviewer.

During the show she caught up with Heartstopper star Kit Connor who starred in the Oscar nominated animated film The Wild Robot.

After he told Amelia it was his ‘first time’ at the glittering ceremony, Amelia quipped: ‘First Oscars. You’re losing your Oscars virginity!’

Kit laughed ‘I am’, as Amelia continued: ‘Right here, with me right now.’

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Amelia Dimoldenberg brought her unique sense of style to the Academy Awards as she served as the official red carpet interviewer, joking with Kit Connor about losing his ‘Oscars virginity’

John Lithgow becomes an instant meme

Oscars viewers were quick to rate the speeches during the ceremony using John Lithgow’s face.

During his speech, Conan O’Brien warned the winners that ‘if your acceptance speech goes too long, we’ll cut to John Lithgow in the audience looking, not angry, but slightly disappointed.’

As a result, viewers at home were quick to tweet an image of Lithgow’s face when they weren’t a fan of the speeches, notably when the Emilia Pérez songwriter began to sing during her acceptance speech.

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During his speech, Conan O’Brien warned the winners that ‘if your acceptance speech goes too long, we’ll cut to John Lithgow in the audience looking, not angry, but disappointed’

Goldie Hawn and Andrew Garfield’s chemistry

Andrew Garfield and Goldie Hawn were responsible for one of the most touching moments of the night

The two-time Oscar nominee, 41, was joined by Hawn, 79, as they presented the award for Best Animated Feature Film.

But Garfield took her by surprise when he brought her to tears as he revealed her surprise impact on his late mother.

The Social Network star, who lost his mother Lynn Garfield to cancer in 2019, thanked Goldie for giving his mother ‘the most joy, the most comfort’ through her long career peppered with classic film and television performances.

Hawn was visibly moved by the seemingly impromptu speech and started to cry, before she partially covered her face with the winner’s envelope and tried to wipe her eyes.

Garfield, who looked stylish in a brown tux with a lustrous satin shirt, turned toward Goldie at the microphone and held her hand between his as he shared his sweet praise.

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Andrew Garfield and Goldie Hawn were responsible for one of the most touching moments of the night, with Hawn brought to tears after being complimented by Garfield

‘Can I tell you something?’ Garfield asked mysteriously as soon as he and Hawn were ready to start their presentation.

‘There’s someone, there’s a person who gave my mother during her life the most joy, the most comfort, and tonight, I feel very lucky, because I get to thank that person from the bottom of my heart,’ he said before revealing that the person was standing right next to him.

‘You’ve given us movies full of joy. You’ve lifted our spirits and you’ve made us feel it all was right with the world, over and over again,’ he said while holding Goldie’s hand.

Hawn, whose face crumpled up as she tried to hold back her tears, responded: ‘Thank you so much, that really touches me.’

While many were touched by the couple’s sweet moment, RuPaul’s Drag Race star Katya thought the pair’s chemistry would work in a different way on screen.

Sharing a snap of the pair, she wrote: ‘Babygirl 2’, in reference to the original film starring Nicole Kidman as a high-powered CEO who puts her life on the line when she begins an affair with a much younger intern (Harris Dickinson).

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While many were touched by the couple’s sweet moment, RuPaul’s Drag Race star Katya thought the pair’s chemistry would work in a different way on screen

Drake is the butt of the joke – again

Last month, Drake found himself being mocked on the global stage when rival Kendrick Lamar performed his chart-topping diss track Not Like Us at the Super Bowl.

And the Canadian rapper was the butt of the joke yet again on Sunday when host Conan O’Brien referenced the pair’s feud, noting that Drake was called a ‘pedophile’ in the diss track.

During the Super Bowl Kendrick censored himself at the moment he would normally have called Drake a ‘pedophile,’ possibly to avoid potential legal action.

‘Well, we’re halfway through the show,’ O’Brien began innocently enough after a commercial break, ‘which means it’s time for Kendrick Lamar to come out and call Drake a pedophile.’

The joke instantly got a cheer from one well-placed woman in the audience, as well of plenty of laughter, along with a small smattering of groans.

Conan paused for a moment before adding, ‘Don’t worry, I’m lawyered up.’

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Last month, Drake found himself being mocked on the global stage when rival Kendrick Lamar performed his chart-topping diss track Not Like Us at the Super Bowl

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The Canadian rapper was the butt of the joke yet again on Sunday when host Conan O’Brien referenced the pair’s feud, joking about Drake being called a ‘pedophile’ in the diss track

Halle Berry puckers up

Halle Berry recreated one of the most iconic Oscars moments of the current century when she reunited with The Brutalist star Adrien Brody.

The 58-year-old actress, who won her Oscar in 2002 for Monster’s Ball, grabbed Brody and planted a shocking kiss on his lips as soon as they came face-to-face again on the Academy Awards red carpet at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood.

She joked that the surprise smooch was ‘payback after Brody pulled her in for a dramatic kiss at 2003 ceremony, just after he won his Academy Award for The Pianist.

‘I’m sorry, Georgina, but I’ve gotta do it,’ Berry declared to Brody’s partner Georgina Chapman as she interrupted his chat with red carpet reporters.

Then she wrapped an arm around his neck and grabbed his shoulder with her other hand as she went in for the kiss.

The onlookers cried out in shock and cheered, and Adrien was quick to embrace Halle for the full dramatic effect.

Even though Halle took Adrian by surprise, he didn’t seem too upset by it.

The Oscar nominee grinned affectionately at her after the kiss, and they embraced against for a sweet hug as Georgina clapped.

Halle Berry kisses Adrien Brody as they reunite at 2025 Oscars

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Halle Berry, 58, recreated one of the most iconic Oscars moments of the current century when she reunited with The Brutalist star Adrien Brody, 51, 12 years after their on-stage kiss

Adrien Brody’s ‘gross’ act

After his kiss, Brody was slammed over a ‘disgusting’ act as he won his second Best Actor Oscar.

The actor, who won for The Brutalist, was emotional as his name was called out, beating nominees Timothee Chalamet, Colman Domingo, Sebastian Stan and Ralph Fiennes.

But as the star was walking up the steps to the stage he turned around, took his gum out of his mouth and threw it to girlfriend and Harvey Weinstein‘s ex Georgina Chapman, 48 – much to viewers’ disgust.

Chapman was seen running up to her partner and diligently catching the gum before he made his speech.

Fans quickly slammed the star for the gum throw, writing: ‘adrien brody could’ve used his long speech to apologize to his partner for throwing gum at her.

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After his kiss, Brody was slammed over a ‘disgusting’ act as he won his second Best Actor Oscar – taking his gum out of his mouth and throwing it at Georgina Chapman

Adrien Brody tosses his gum to partner Georgina Chapman

Selena Gomez and Samuel L Jackson’s ‘disrespectful’ moment

An awkward exchange between Selena Gomez and Samuel L Jackson was caught by a lip reader as the directors of the documentary No Other Land gave a speech about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict during the Oscars.

Gomez, 32, and Jackson, 76, presented the best documentary award to the four activists who made the movie, two of them Israeli and two Palestinian.

No Other Land is fiercely critical of Israeli settlements in the West Bank, and stars two of its directors – Palestinian Basel Adra and Israeli Yuval Abraham.

The two men delivered impassioned speeches from the Oscars stage denouncing the displacement of the Palestinians, as well as Israel’s assault on Gaza in the wake of the October 7 attack by Hamas in 2023.

However many Oscars viewers had their eyes trained on Gomez and Jackson, who were spotted chatting uncomfortably onstage as the directors spoke.

Some social media users looked askance at the exchange and felt Jackson and Gomez were being disrespectful to the filmmakers, particularly in light of the gravity of the issues being discussed.

However, expert Nicola Hickling of Lipreader LIMITED later told DailyMail.com what the celebrities were saying to one another in the background of the political moment.

While Abraham was wrapping up, Jackson allegedly told Gomez: ‘He made that speech very political,’ and she purportedly replied: ‘He did, yes,’ per Hickling.

Gomez had a faint smile on her face while Jackson talked to her, and after she gave him her response, Jackson was seen laughing.

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An awkward exchange between Selena Gomez and Samuel L Jackson was caught by a lip reader as the directors of the documentary No Other Land gave an Oscars speech

Kylie Jenner blasted for ‘rude’ behaviour

Kylie Jenner was blasted for her ‘rude’ behaviour behind the scenes.

During a commercial break, the 27-year-old reality star’s Oscar-nominated boyfriend Timothée Chalamet hugged Sir Elton John inside the Dolby Theatre before turning around to introduce the music legend to her.

For some reason, Kylie decided to hold court front row rather than stand up and greet the Elton, who chivalrously kissed her extended right hand.

‘Oh no no no you get up for Sir Elton John!’ Instagram user @ashleyimholte commented on People’s video of the awkward encounter.

Instagram user @marmealy wrote: ‘Money can’t buy manners or respect.’

‘That is Sir Elton John,’ Instagram user @mscakes2013 commented. ‘You stand when being greeted to him.’

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Kylie Jenner was blasted for her ‘rude’ behavior behind the scenes during the 97th Academy Awards in Hollywood on Sunday

Ariana causes a stir with another dress

As well as raising eyebrows with her volumious pink gown, Grande had everyone talking about the ruby red number she wore on stage.

Wicked co-stars Grande and Cynthia Erivo opened the 97th annual Academy Awards with a jaw-dropping medley paying tribute to the world of The Wizard Of Oz.

Grande kicked off the performance with a stunning rendition of Judy Garland’s Somewhere Over The Rainbow from the classic 1939 film.

The Grammy Award-winner wowed the star-studded audience with her incredible vocal abilities.

But it was a ‘tiny detail’ on her glittering red ballgown that sent fans wild as they tuned into the awards ceremony on ABC.

As a clear homage to Dorothy’s iconic footwear, the singer’s custom Schiaparelli gown had a ruby slipper adorned to the back of it.

Fans got a huge kick out of the Wizard Of Oz ‘easter egg’ — with many calling the sparkly addition ‘perfect.’

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Wicked co-stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo opened the 97th annual Academy Awards with a jaw-dropping medley paying tribute to the world of The Wizard Of Oz

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As a clear homage to Dorothy’s iconic footwear, the singer’s custom Schiaparelli gown had a ruby slipper adorned to the back of it

Morgan Freeman gets emotional

Morgan Freeman paid an emotional tribute to Gene Hackman during the 2025 Oscars In Memoriam segment – days after the icon’s death aged 95.

Freeman, 87, who starred alongside double Oscar winner Hackman in Under Suspicion and Unforgiven, lauded his friend and co-star as he took to the stage.

The bodies of Oscar-winner Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa, 64, were found partially mummified at their $3.3 million Santa Fe mansion, with pills strewn in their bathroom on Wednesday. Their causes of death remain a mystery.

Freeman said: ‘Well, this week, our community lost a giant, and I lost a dear friend, Gene Hackman. I had the pleasure of working alongside Gene on two films, Unforgiven and Under suspicion.

‘And like everyone who ever shared a scene with him, I learned he was a generous performer, a man whose gifts elevated everyone’s work. He received two Oscars, but more importantly, he won the hearts of film lovers all over the world.

‘Gene always said, “I don’t think about legacy. I just hope people remember me as someone who tried to do good work.”

‘I think I speak for us all when I say, Gene, you will be remembered for that, and so much more. Rest in peace, my friend.’

Freeman and Gene acted together in the 1992 classic film, which earned the late actor his second Oscar award.

Eight years later, they once again joined forces on 2000 thriller, Under Suspicion — one if his final films before stepping away from Hollywood in 2004.

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Morgan Freeman paid an emotional tribute to Gene Hackman during the 2025 Oscars In Memoriam segment on Sunday – days after the icon’s death aged 95

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The bodies of Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa, 64, were found partially mummified at their Santa Fe mansion. Their causes of death remain a mystery [Gene and Betsy in 2003]

Ethan Slater’s painful red carpet interview

Ethan Slater‘s interview with Access Hollywood was branded a ‘hard watch’ by some viewers after he answered a question about his girlfriend, Ariana Grande.

While on the carpet, he chatted with the outlet, and was asked about Grande, who was nominated for Best Supporting Actress for her role in Wicked.

‘How’s your girl feeling tonight?’ the reporter asked the star, which was captured in a clip posted to TikTok.

In response, he chuckled and said, ‘Oh, you mean Ariana? She’s doing great.’

‘She’s so excited, we’re all so excited, I can’t believe that I get to be in the Oscars, this is amazing,’ he added.

The couple have been dating since the summer of 2023, but it was later alleged that they were involved romantically for months before, having grown close while on the set of Wicked.

Grande was previously married to Dalton Gomez, and Slater to Lilly Jay, who he shares a two-year-old son with.

Jay had moved to London, where Slater was filming Wicked, with their newborn at the time.

However, as the two have now been linked together for quite some time, it still seems that their relationship doesn’t go over quite too well with fans.

In the comments section of the TikTok, many admitted that it was a hard interview to watch.

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Ethan Slater’s interview with Access Hollywood was branded a ‘hard watch’ by some viewers after he answered a question about his girlfriend, Ariana Grande

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While on the carpet, he chatted with the outlet, and was asked about Grande, who was nominated for Best Supporting Actress for her role in Wicked

Also in the ceremony, Demi Moore was left crushed as Mikey Madison beat her to the coveted Best Actress award at the 2025 Oscars, on a night when Anora dominated with five wins including Best Picture.

Demi, 62, had been a clear front-runner and her fury was palpable as 25-year-old rising star Mikey’s name was called out in front of a stunned audience at the 97th Academy Awards at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood.

Other big winners on Sunday night included Zoe Saldana, who took home the Best Supporting Actress award for her role in the controversial Emilia Perez, and Adrien Brody, who triumphed over Timothée Chalamet for the Best Actor award with his performance in the The Brutalist. Kieran Culkin kicked off the evening with a Best Supporting Actor win for A Real Pain.

Demi could be seen with a clenched jaw as her name wasn’t called, but she did say ‘nice’ to herself as she applauded Mikey’s big win.

It was a particularly surprising upset because Demi had won the actress award at most of the major pre-Oscar events for her role in The Substance.

Mikey portrays an escort in Anora, an independent film with a $6 million budget for which Sean Baker won Best Director. She recognized the sex worker community in a touching acceptance speech.

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Demi Moore was left crushed as Mikey Madison beat her to the coveted Best Actress award at the 2025 Oscars, on a night when Anora dominated with five wins including Best Picture

Demi Moore LOSES Best Actress to Mikey Madison at 2025 Oscars

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Another big winner included Zoe Saldana in the Best Supporting Actress category for the controversial Emilia Perez

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Adrien Brody (left) bested Timothee Chalamet for the Best Actor gong for The Brutalist as Kieran Culkin (right) kicked off the night with a Best Supporting Actor win for A Real Pain

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The big four acting winners are seen from left to right: Adrien, Mikey, Zoe, and Kieran

She said: ‘I also just want to, again, recognize and honor the sex worker community. I will. Yes. I will continue to support and be an ally.

‘All of the incredible people, the women that I’ve had the privilege of meeting from that community has been one of the highlights of this incredible experience.’

At the end of the night the film earned top prize Best Picture Award over The Brutalist, A Complete Unknown, Conclave, Dune: Part Two, Emilia Pérez, I’m Still Here, Nickel Boys, The Substance, and Wicked.

Anora’s writer and director Sean Baker also earned three awards including: Best Original Screenplay, Achievement in Film Editing, and the coveted Best Director.

The film is centered around a young escort named Ani (played by Mikey) from Brooklyn meets and impulsively marries the son of a Russian oligarch. Once the news reaches Russia, her fairy tale is threatened as his parents set out for New York to get the marriage annulled.

Adrien Brody took home his second ever Best Actor award earlier in the night.

The 51-year-old actor  stopped the exit music from playing as he was recognized for his work in The Brutalist.

He beat out an impressive field including: Timothée Chalamet — A Complete Unknown, Colman Domingo — Sing Sing, Ralph Fiennes — Conclave, and Sebastian Stan — The Apprentice.

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Meanwhile Demi could be seen with a clenched jaw as her name wasn’t called but did say ‘nice’ to herself as she applauded Mikey’s big win

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It was definitely considered an upset as Demi had earned the same prize at most of the awards season events for her work on The Substance as the field was completed by Cynthia Erivo — Wicked, Karla Sofía Gascón — Emilia Pérez, and Fernanda Torres — I’m Still Here

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As she portrays an escort in the film, Mikey made sure to recognize the sex worker community in her touching acceptance speech

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At the end of the night the film earned top prize Best Picture Award over The Brutalist, A Complete Unknown, Conclave, Dune: Part Two, Emilia Pérez, I’m Still Here, Nickel Boys, The Substance, and Wicked

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Anora’s writer and director Sean Baker also earned three awards including: Best Original Screenplay, Achievement in Film Editing, and the coveted Best Director

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The film is centered around a young escort named Ani (played by Mikey) from Brooklyn meets and impulsively marries the son of a Russian oligarch. Once the news reaches Russia, her fairy tale is threatened as his parents set out for New York to get the marriage annulled

Adrian previously won Best Actor for his work on classic film The Piano back in 2003.

Zoe Saldaña shook the controversy surrounding her film Emilia Pérez as she earned Best Supporting Actress.

The show hit a high note as the 46-year-old American actress was crowned for the Netflix film.

She triumphed over: Monica Barbaro — A Complete Unknown, Ariana Grande — Wicked, Felicity Jones — The Brutalist, and Isabella Rossellini — Conclave.

Zoe became the first ever Oscar winner of Dominican descent  and made sure to thank her ancestors for paving the way to have a successful acting career in America.

Emilia Pérez has earned a tide of negative publicity after racist and Islamophobic tweets from her costar Karla Sofía Gascón — some quite recent — were discovered.

Netflix went so far as to stop covering Gascón’s travel for awards shows, but she did appear at the Oscars.

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Adrien Brody took home his second ever Best Actor award at the 2025 Oscars

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Zoe Saldaña shook the controversy surrounding her film Emilia Pérez as she earned Best Supporting Actress at the 2025 Oscars

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The 2025 Oscars started out in fine form as Kieran Culkin took home the first award of the night

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Paul Tazewell became the first Black male winner of Achievement in Costume Design for his work in Wicked

The award show started out in fine form as Kieran Culkin took home the first award of the night.

It kicked off with the 42-year-old actor taking home Actor in a Supporting Role for his role in A Real Pain.

He beat out an impressive field including: Yura Borisov — Anora, Edward Norton — A Complete Unknown, Guy Pearce — The Brutalist, and his Succession co-star Jeremy Strong — The Apprentice.

Blockbuster Wicked did not come away empty handed as Paul Tazewell became the first Black male winner of Achievement in Costume Design.