Oscars 2025: Highlights and Viral Moments from the 97th Academy Awards

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Celebrated on March 2, 2025, the 97th Academy Awards offered an evening full of amazing occurrences ranging from audacious dress choices to historic successes. The Oscars 2025 evening unfolded with events that soon went viral and drew the attention of people all around as Hollywood’s elite gathered to celebrate film accomplishments.

Conan O’Brien’s Sharp-Witted Opening Monologue

Conan O’Brien set the tone with a speech sparing no one when making his Oscars 2025 hosting debut. Particularly addressing Karla Sofía Gascón, engaged in controversy over earlier tweets, he said “‘Anora‘ has dropped the F-word 449 times—beating the record of Karla Sofía Gascón’s publicist after reading her old tweets.”

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Timothée Chalamet’s Buttery Ensemble Steals the Spotlight

Nominated for his performance in the Bob Dylan biopic “A Complete Unknown,” Timothée Chalamet drew attention with his audacious outfit, a butter-yellow leather suit by Givenchy. Comparisons abound on social media, casting him as “human-sized Laffy Taffy” and “Man in the Yellow Hat.” Even O’Brien couldn’t resist adding, “At least you won’t get hit by a car tonight.”

Adrien Brody and Halle Berry Recreate Iconic Kiss

Adrien Brody and Halle Berry shocked audiences by recreating the scene on the red carpet two decades after their controversial on-stage kiss. Berry said later, “Tonight, I had to pay him back. Before locking lips, I had to share a playful hug. He was deserving of this.

Adam Sandler’s Ultra-Casual Appearance

Adam Sandler distinguished himself among a sea of formal wear by showing up in his trademark casual outfit: basketball shorts, a sweatshirt, and a tropical button-down shirt. His laid-back attire was an odd juxtaposition to the glitz of the event, which set off a flood of memes and social media comments.

Zoe Saldaña’s Historic Win and Heartfelt Tribute

Zoe Saldaña makes history as the first American of Dominican origin to win an Oscar in 2025. Her performance in “Emilia Pérez” brought Best Supporting Actress honors. Starting with a teary-eyed “Mami!” she honored her mother, touching hearts all around and underlining the value of family and history.

Technical Glitches Mar Hulu’s Livestream

There were some mishaps throughout the event; Hulu’s feed stopped suddenly before the big prize announcements—including Best Actress and Best Picture. Complaints and jokes abound on social media as frustrated fans expressed their dismay at the premature cut-off.

Historic Wins and Emotional Speeches

The evening honored noteworthy achievements:

  • Paul Tazewell, working on “Wicked,” became the first Black winner for Best Costume Design.
  • Documentary on the devastation of Palestinian communities “No Other Land” received Best Documentary Feature, first for Palestinian film. In dreaming for a better future, co-director Basel Adra dedicated the award to his daughter.
  • Made history as the first Latvian film to win Best Animated Feature; it is a dialogue-free feline adventure.

Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo’s ‘Wicked’ Performance

Presenting songs from the upcoming film rendition of “Wicked,” Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo had a show-stopping performance throughout the ceremony. Particularly Erivo’s well-known riff in “Defying Gravity,” their performance captivated the viewers and swiftly rose to become the evening’s high point.

Mick Jagger’s Presentation and Quip

The award for Best Original Song was presented by Mick Jagger, the rock superstar. He pointed out jokingly that Bob Dylan turned down the first offer from the producers, implying they should find someone younger. Jagger poked fun, “I’m younger than Bob, I’ll do it.”

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Adrien Brody’s Gum Toss

The unexpected incident preceded Adrien Brody’s triumph as Best Actor for “The Brutalist.” Realizing he was chewing gum as he got to the stage, Brody casually spit it out and threw it toward his girlfriend, Georgina Chapman, who grabbed it with ease, shocking and amusing the audience.

The Oscars 2025 celebrated not just cinematic greatness but also a wealth of viral events that would live long remembered years from now.

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