Conan O'Brien (00:00):
It's time for Kendrick Lamar to come out and call Drake a pedophile.
Speaker 2 (00:06):
The 97th Academy Awards had some jaw-dropping jokes, voices defying gravity, and surprising celebrity wins. Here are all the must-see moments from the 2025 Oscars. Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo opened the show with a stunning medley of songs honoring the Land of Oz, including their Wicked duet, Defying Gravity. And Cynthia blew everyone away with her showstopping ending.
MUSIC (00:28):
Just you and I, defying gravity.
Speaker 2 (00:44):
And speaking of pop divas, Blackpink member Lisa, Doja Cat and Rae also belted it out to the back road during a tribute to the James Bond franchise.
MUSIC (00:52):
Live and let die.
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Live and let die.
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Live and let die.
Speaker 2 (01:06):
Ceremony MC, Conan O'Brien made everyone chuckle with his quips throughout the show. But a few had the audience gasping with shock.
Conan O'Brien (01:13):
Little fact for you, Nora uses the F-word 479 times. That's three more than the records set by Karla Sofía Gascón's publicist. You treated what? Well, we're halfway through the show, which means it's time for Kendrick Lamar to come out and call Drake a pedophile.
Speaker 2 (01:39):
During Best Supporting Actor winner, Kieran Culkin's speech he revealed he has another pregnancy pact with his wife and how they're negotiating expanding their family.
Kieran Culkin (01:48):
She said, "I will give you four when you win an Oscar." I held my hand out, she shook it and I have not brought it up once until just now. You remember that, honey? You do?
Speaker 2 (02:01):
Best Supporting Actress winner, Zoe Saldana made history with her win.
Zoe Saldana (02:05):
And I am the first American of Dominican origin to accept an Academy Award, and I know I will not be the last. I hope.
Speaker 2 (02:15):
Ahead of the In Memoriam segment, Morgan Freeman came out to pay tribute to his co-star and friend, Gene Hackman, who recently passed away.
Morgan Freeman (02:23):
Our community lost a giant, and I lost a dear friend. Rest in peace, my friend.
Speaker 2 (02:32):
As for other Oscar winners, Adrien Brody walked away with the Best Actor Award for his role in The Brutalist. Best Director went to Sean Baker, who directed Anora. And shortly after his win, Anora star, Mikey Madison took home the Best Actress award for her role in the film, beating out Demi Moore who dominated this category during the rest of awards season. Best Picture was announced by Meg Ryan and Billy Crystal, giving us a surprise When Harry Met Sally reunion. And Anora won again for Best Picture, marking its fourth win of the night.