The 97th Academy Awards

The 97th Academy Awards held on March 2, 2025, celebrated the pinnacle of cinematic achievements, with “Anora” emerging as the night’s standout film. Hosted by Conan O’Brien, the 97th Academy Awards ceremony was a blend of heartfelt tributes, historic wins, and memorable fashion moments.

96th Academy Awards Major Winners

• Best Picture: “Anora”
• Best Director: Sean Baker for “Anora”
• Best Actress: Mikey Madison for her role in “Anora”
• Best Actor: Adrien Brody for “The Brutalist”
• Best Supporting Actress: Zoe Saldaña for “Emilia Pérez”
• Best Supporting Actor: Kieran Culkin for “A Real Pain”

Notably, Paul Tazewell made history by becoming the first Black man to win Best Costume Design for his work in “Wicked”.

Red Carpet Highlights

The Oscars red carpet was adorned with a mix of classic elegance and bold fashion choices:

• Ariana Grande dazzled in a Schiaparelli couture gown.
• Cynthia Erivo turned heads in a velvet Louis Vuitton dress.
• Demi Moore shimmered in a silver Armani Privé ensemble.
• Zoë Saldaña opted for a burgundy tiered Saint Laurent gown.
• Selena Gomez channeled old Hollywood glamour in a sparkling Ralph Lauren dress.
• Timothée Chalamet showcased a monochromatic Givenchy outfit.
• Halle Berry stunned in a Christian Siriano gown.

These ensembles highlighted the stars’ impeccable style and the designers’ creativity.

Memorable Moments

The ceremony was filled with notable events:

• Sean Baker made history by winning four Oscars in a single night for “Anora”.
• Diane Warren extended her Oscars losing streak in the Best Original Song category.

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