2025 Academy Awards: 5 Viral Moments That Got Everyone Talking

Conan O'Brien at the 97th Annual Academy Awards in March 2025
Conan O'Brien at the 97th Annual Academy Awards in March 2025. Photo by Rob Latour/Shutterstock (15168339ej)

The Academy Awards are Hollywood’s biggest night, and we can always count on something amazing to happen when all our favorite stars are in one place. This year’s ceremony was no exception, and we’re bringing you five viral moments that got everyone talking.

Conan’s Opening Monologue

Expectations were running high for Conan O’Brien’s opening monologue, and he managed to exceed them with hilarious jokes about everyone from Karla Sofía Gascón and Timothée Chalamet to Anora and The Substance.

Adam Sandler’s Cameo

Conan had the time of his life joking around with Adam Sandler, who made an unexpected cameo in a pretty memorable outfit – an Aviator Nation hoodie and basketball shorts. 

Anora’s Big Win

Anora won five awards at this year’s Oscars, and some internet users celebrated its big victory by sharing clips from the film, while others felt some of the awards weren’t deserved, especially best original screenplay.

Timothée Chalamet’s Suit

The red carpet at the Oscars was one for the books, and Timothée Chalamet immediately went viral thanks to his yellow butter Givenchy suit.

“Emilia Pérez” Wins Best Song

The songwriters of “El Mal” from Emilia Pérez went viral for all the wrong reasons. Oscar viewers weren’t too impressed to hear them break into a song during the acceptance speech for best original song.