Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo on March 2, 2025.Photo:John Shearer/97th Oscars/The Academy via Getty
John Shearer/97th Oscars/The Academy via Getty
The2025 Oscarsceremony was full of memorable moments that will go down in the history books — and ones that deserve another look.
Conan O’Brien hosts the 2025 Oscars.PATRICK T. FALLON/AFP via Getty
PATRICK T. FALLON/AFP via Getty
Chalamet and girlfriendKylie Jenneralsostepped out for a date nightat the awards ceremony, where he was up for Best Actor for his performance inA Complete Unknown.
Halle Berryalsolocked lipswithAdrien Brodyand gave him a taste of his own medicine on the red carpet. The playful red carpet moment came 22 years after Brody kissed an unsuspecting Berry at the 2003 Academy Awards.
Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater on March 2, 2025.John Shearer/97th Oscars/The Academy via Getty
The bar was a hot spot for Hollywood’s biggest celebrities.
(L-R) Elle Fanning, Pauline Chalamet, Timothee Chalamet and Kylie Jenner.John Shearer/97th Oscars/The Academy via Getty
Inside the show, Chalamet and Jenner shared a sweet moment with his sisterPauline ChalametandElle Fanning, who greeted the couple in their seats during a commercial break.
The Oscars are notorious for going over its scheduled airtime. In preparation for any hangry award show attendees, O’Brien made sure to keep everyone fed withsurprise snack boxesstored under every seat.
The boxes, which contained a bottle of water, pretzels and other goodies, also featured a hand-written letter from the host that read, “I hope you enjoy these snacks. I tried my best to include a gummy but Disney said that was a ‘hard pass.’ "
Dave McCary, Emma Stone and Kieran Culkin on March 2, 2025.John Shearer/97th Oscars/The Academy via Getty
Selena Gomezand Gascón also interacted inside the awards ceremony. During a break, Gascón walked over to costar Gomez to say hello.
During another commercial break,Colman Domingoinvited the star-studded attendees to “dance it up” and share a toast with him on stage.
Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet on March 2, 2025.Kevin Winter/Getty
Kevin Winter/Getty
Stone andBLACKPINK’s Lisamet backstage, and after Stone gushed over how “incredible” the singer was, the two posed for a photo alongside other guests. Shortly after, Gomez andKieran Culkinshowed their appreciation for the L.A. firefighters invited to the ceremony and took time to chat and sign a few photos.
Towards the end of the night,Adrien Brodywon the award forBest Actorfor his performance inThe Brutalist. After he received his award, he posed for a group photo alongside his fellow nominees, Chalamet, Domingo and Stan.
Queen Latifah on March 2, 2025.John Shearer/97th Oscars/The Academy via Getty
The winners weren’t the only ones who took the spotlight throughout the night, as several presenters also had memorable moments throughout the show. Presenters this year includedAna de Armas,Sterling K. Brown,Da’Vine Joy Randolph,Miles Teller,Whoopi GoldbergandMiley Cyrus.
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Oprah WinfreyandWhoopi Goldbergalso reunited 40 years afterThe Color Purpleto kick off a touching tribute to the legendary music producerQuincy Jones, which also included a star-studded salute from several notable musicians, includingQueen Latifah.
Jones wasn’t the only one to get a special tribute at the show, asMorgan Freemanalso took the stage to honor his friend andUnforgivencostarGene Hackman, who was found dead alongside his wifeBetsy Arakawain their New Mexico home on Wednesday, Feb. 26.
Music was prevalent throughout the show, as there were several spectacular performances, including aWickedgood performance from the 2024 film’s stars Grande andCynthia Erivo. Other performers who took the stage includedDoja Cat, Lisa of BLACKPINK, and Raye, who performed a musical tribute to James Bond.
source: people.com