2025 Oscars: The Most Cringe-Worthy Moments You Won’t Believe Happened!

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At the 97th Academy Awards, hosted by Conan O’Brien, there were plenty of unforgettable instances, some delightful and others perplexing. While indie film Anora swept with five victories, and The Brutalist and Emilia Pérez garnered significant accolades, certain occurrences left viewers scratching their heads. Let’s delve into the top head-scratching moments at this year’s Oscars.

1. Confusing James Bond tribute

At the Oscars, they honored the James Bond series in a way that puzzled quite a few spectators. Initially, it was clear enough with a video retrospective, but things took an unanticipated turn when live stage action followed instead.

In a twist reported by Entertainment Weekly, Margaret Qualley initially danced, then it was the turn of artists like Blackpink’s Lisa, Doja Cat, and Raye to perform Bond theme songs. However, the situation became puzzling when it was known that the Academy had decided to forego live performances for Best Original Song nominees.

2. Hulu streaming outage

Problems with technology caused trouble for many viewers during the Oscars, as Hulu, which was streaming the event in real time, encountered an outage that affected over 30,000 users, as reported by DownDetector.com.

During the live transmission, some spectators experienced interruptions at the start, while others got disconnected right before Anora was announced the winner of Best Picture. This technical issue caused annoyance among viewers, particularly since the event lasted beyond its scheduled duration.

3. Diane Warren’s losing streak continues

As a die-hard admirer, I can’t help but express my awe as the legendary Diane Warren, renowned for her timeless anthems like If I Could Turn Back Time, earned her 16th Best Original Song nomination! The song in question, The Journey, beautifully rendered by H.E.R., was a contender for The Six Triple Eight. However, the spotlight shifted towards El Mal, penned by Clément Ducol and Camille, as it emerged victorious in this esteemed category.

1. Camille tried singing while giving her speech, but the crowd’s response was less than enthusiastic. Some had anticipated that Warren would take home an Oscar this year, yet she still hasn’t won a competitive award, only receiving an honorary statuette.

2. During her speech, Camille made an attempt to sing, however, the audience’s reaction was underwhelming. Many were hoping Warren would win an Oscar this time around, but despite being given an honorary award, she still hasn’t claimed a competitive trophy.

4. Adrien Brody refuses to cut his speech

22 years ago, I stood on stage, humbled and grateful, clutching an Oscar for my role in The Pianist. Last night, I found myself back there again, this time for my portrayal in The Brutalist. As the orchestra began to play, a gentle reminder from Tinseltown that the show must go on, I was once more reminded of the magic and unpredictability of this incredible industry we call Hollywood.

Brody assertively replied, “I’m about to conclude. I really mean it. Could you please turn off the music? I’ve handled situations like this before, it’s not my first time. I promise to be quick.” His response drew laughter from the crowd, but it was an uncomfortable moment on air.

5. Conan O’Brien jokes about Karla Sofía Gascón

During his opening act, Conan O’Brien made a joking reference to Karla Sofía Gascón’s recent Twitter drama. Although the humor was playful, the situation became awkward since Gascón was present. She handled it gracefully, and the audience chuckled, but the joke ignited discussions on social media.

6. Ben Stiller’s awkward stage entrance

During the presentation of the Production Design award, Ben Stiller aimed for a comedic stunt by popping up from a hidden platform. Unfortunately, the platform malfunctioned, enhancing the unintentional unease of the situation.

Afterward, the stage lowered once more, causing Ben Stiller to leap and announce the nominees. Although he ultimately managed to reach the stage, the skit came across as awkward instead of humorous.

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2025-03-03 11:22