Los Angeles' Dolby Theatre hosted the 97th Academy Awards on March 2, 2025, showcasing glamour, surprises, and historic achievements with eight standout moments.
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Here are some of the most memorable moments from Oscars 2025:
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Wicked to the Oscars
Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande's Oscars performance of "Somewhere Over The Rainbow" and "Defying Gravity" left everyone emotional, showcasing their deep bond.
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Anora’s Best Actress win
Mikey Madison celebrated a remarkable first Oscars, winning Best Actress for Anora, stunning the crowd and honoring the sex worker community in her speech.
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Director Sean Baker
Sean Baker, Anora's director, won four Oscars and emphasized valuing communal theater in his speech.
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Musical Tributes and Performances
The ceremony featured notable musical moments, including a tribute to Los Angeles and the film industry, reflecting on the city's resilience following recent wildfires
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Conan O'Brien Hosting Debut
Conan O'Brien's Oscars debut showcased humor and heartfelt acknowledgments of recent event such as L.A. wildfires.
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Historic Wins for Diversity
The ceremony honored diversity milestones: Paul Tazewell won Best Costume Design for "Wicked" as the first Black man, and Zoe Saldaña won Best Supporting Actress.
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Kieran Culkin wins an Oscar
Kieran Culkin won Best Supporting Actor and honored a pact with his wife regarding having a fourth child.
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Best Documentary Speech
No Other Land won Best Documentary Oscar, showcasing Palestinian struggles and advocating for change.
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Meg Ryan and Billy Crystal Reunion
Meg Ryan and Billy Crystal reunited to present Best Picture, delighting rom-com fans and the audience, who swooned during Billy’s nostalgic love declaration.
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Snap a Selfie
Samuel L. Jackson and Selena Gomez snapped a selfie while presenting the Oscars for Best Documentary Short and Documentary Feature, celebrating the moment.