The 2025 Oscars took place Sunday night and did not disappoint. From the very start, the show kit all the high notes, bringing music, heartfelt speeches and much more.
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Here are the top 5 moments of the show:
“Anora” Dominates with Five Awards: “Anora” emerged as the night’s big winner, securing five Oscars, including Best Picture, Best Director for Sean Baker, and Best Actress for Mikey Madison.
A Marvel Legend Makes History:
Zoe Saldaña’s Emotional Acceptance Speech: Marvel icon Zoe Saldaña became the first American of Dominican origin to win an Oscar, earning Best Supporting Actress for “Emilia Pérez.” Her heartfelt speech honored her family’s history as immigrants.
Music, Music Music:
Musical Performances: Right from the start, it was a year of music. The ceremony featured standout musical numbers, including a “Wicked” medley by Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo to kick off the show.
Kieran Culkin Wants More Kids:
Kieran Culkin’s Notable Speech: Kieran Culkin’s acceptance speech for Best Supporting Actor in “A Real Pain” included personal anecdotes about his wife was heartfelt and beautiful and kicked off the show in a strong way!
The Loss of an Icon:
Tributes to Industry Legends: The ceremony honored late icons, with Morgan Freeman delivering a poignant tribute to Gene Hackman, who just passed just last month at the age of 95.
