Oscar 2025: performance by Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, best and worst moments
4 march 2025 в 07:13
The 2025 Oscar Awards ceremony began with a stunning performance by Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo from the musical «Wicked». Throughout the evening, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences highlighted their choices in cinema, from actors and directors to costumes, and of course, the winner in the «Best Film» category! But did the entire ceremony live up to the viewers' expectations? Hollywood Life has gathered some of the best — and worst — moments from the Oscars below.
There is no doubt that the duet of Ariana and Cynthia, performing songs from the musical «Wicked», made everyone at the Dolby Theatre and viewers at home cry. Ariana started the awards ceremony with a performance of Judy Garland’s song «Somewhere Over the Rainbow», and then Cynthia took on the song «Home». Then the two powerful singers reunited on stage to perform the song «Defying Gravity».
In addition to their epic performance, the outfits of Ariana and Cynthia also amazed. The pop star and nominee for «Best Supporting Actress» changed her look from the red carpet to a sparkling ruby dress. As for Cynthia, a nominee for «Best Actress in a Leading Role», she appeared on stage in a white ball gown with floral embellishments, exuding a fairytale atmosphere.
For millions of Hulu subscribers worldwide, the live broadcast suddenly cut off when the winner in the «Best Actress in a Leading Role» category was supposed to be announced.
Social media instantly exploded with dissatisfaction, with many Hulu users threatening to cancel their subscriptions due to this issue.
Maike Madison graciously accepted the Oscar for Best Actress in a Leading Role for her role in the film «Anora», instead of the long-awaited winner, Demi Moore, for her performance in the film «Substance». Maike kindly pointed out her fellow nominees in the audience and thanked everyone in her circle.
Despite the internet speculating about Demi’s reaction to Maike’s win, cameras captured the moment when Demi smiled at Maike during her acceptance speech.
Although Adrien Brody’s speech was powerful, some fans did not appreciate his demand for the Oscar production team not to interrupt him. After receiving the Oscar for Best Actor in a Leading Role, Adrien discussed his responsibility in presenting «lingering traumas, the consequences of war and systemic oppression, anti-Semitism and racism», referring to his role in the film «Brutal». «I believe that I am praying for a healthier and happier, more inclusive world, and I believe that if the past can teach us anything, it is a reminder not to let hatred go unpunished», - he concluded.
Although his speech contained this significant moment, viewers did not appreciate the moment when Adrien said, «I'm wrapping up. I’m wrapping up, turn off the music. I’ve done this before, thank you. This is not my first show, but I will be brief, I will not be excessive, I promise».
Several sources reported that Adrien’s speech at the Oscars lasted over 5 minutes, setting a record
There is no doubt that the duet of Ariana and Cynthia, performing songs from the musical «Wicked», made everyone at the Dolby Theatre and viewers at home cry. Ariana started the awards ceremony with a performance of Judy Garland’s song «Somewhere Over the Rainbow», and then Cynthia took on the song «Home». Then the two powerful singers reunited on stage to perform the song «Defying Gravity».
In addition to their epic performance, the outfits of Ariana and Cynthia also amazed. The pop star and nominee for «Best Supporting Actress» changed her look from the red carpet to a sparkling ruby dress. As for Cynthia, a nominee for «Best Actress in a Leading Role», she appeared on stage in a white ball gown with floral embellishments, exuding a fairytale atmosphere.
For millions of Hulu subscribers worldwide, the live broadcast suddenly cut off when the winner in the «Best Actress in a Leading Role» category was supposed to be announced.
Social media instantly exploded with dissatisfaction, with many Hulu users threatening to cancel their subscriptions due to this issue.
Maike Madison graciously accepted the Oscar for Best Actress in a Leading Role for her role in the film «Anora», instead of the long-awaited winner, Demi Moore, for her performance in the film «Substance». Maike kindly pointed out her fellow nominees in the audience and thanked everyone in her circle.
Despite the internet speculating about Demi’s reaction to Maike’s win, cameras captured the moment when Demi smiled at Maike during her acceptance speech.
Although Adrien Brody’s speech was powerful, some fans did not appreciate his demand for the Oscar production team not to interrupt him. After receiving the Oscar for Best Actor in a Leading Role, Adrien discussed his responsibility in presenting «lingering traumas, the consequences of war and systemic oppression, anti-Semitism and racism», referring to his role in the film «Brutal». «I believe that I am praying for a healthier and happier, more inclusive world, and I believe that if the past can teach us anything, it is a reminder not to let hatred go unpunished», - he concluded.
Although his speech contained this significant moment, viewers did not appreciate the moment when Adrien said, «I'm wrapping up. I’m wrapping up, turn off the music. I’ve done this before, thank you. This is not my first show, but I will be brief, I will not be excessive, I promise».
Several sources reported that Adrien’s speech at the Oscars lasted over 5 minutes, setting a record
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