The 97th Academy Awards, held on March 2, 2025, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, delivered a spectacular evening that celebrated the best of cinema from the past year. Hosted by the charismatic Conan O’Brien, the night was filled with breathtaking performances, heartfelt speeches, and unexpected victories that left audiences buzzing. From dazzling musical numbers to emotional tributes, the Oscars 2025 showcased a blend of Hollywood glamour and indie spirit, with standout moments that will be remembered for years to come. Here’s a roundup of the most unforgettable highlights from this star-studded event.

#1. Adam Sandler in the Oscars audience

#2. Ariana Grande in awe watching Cynthia Erivo performance

#3. LISA took the stage during the James Bond tribute to perform “Live and Let Die”

#4. Sean Baker with his 4 Oscars

#5. ‘FLOW’ director Gints Zilbalodis celebrating his Oscar win at In-N-Out

#6. Conan O’Brien left a note and snacks under everyone’s seat at the Oscars

#7. John Lithgow looking ‘mildly disappointed’

#8. Jeff Goldblum spotted checking out his own red carpet pics

#9. Ariana Grande performing “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” at the Oscars

#10. Halle Berry walked up to Adrien Brody on the Oscars red carpet and kissed him, 22 years after their iconic Academy Award moment

#11. Colman Domingo and his husband Raúl Domingo at the Oscars

#12. Kieran Culkin and Robert Downey Jr. at the Oscars

#13. Ben Stiller’s awkward stage entrance

 

#14. Adrien Brody refuses to cut his speech

#15. Diane Warren’s losing streak continues

#16. The cat from ‘FLOW’ holding its Oscars 

Those are some of the iconic moments that happened at the 2025 Oscars. Which one impressed you the most? Tell us in the comments!