Hollywood’s biggest night- The Oscars, came with all the expected glitz and glamour—but also a fair share of jaw-dropping snubs, viral moments, and record-breaking speeches that had everyone talking. While some stars basked in well-deserved recognition, others were left watching from the sidelines, wondering how the Academy could have fumbled the night so badly.   

Adrien Brody took home Best Actor for The Brutalist—but by the time he finished his acceptance speech, it felt like he was also gunning for Best Original Screenplay. Clocking in at five minutes and 40 seconds, Brody officially broke the record for the longest Oscar speech of all time. The orchestra tried to play him off multiple times, but he wasn’t having it, pushing through with personal anecdotes, deep reflections, and what felt like a mini TED Talk. Somewhere, the Academy was regretting not bringing out the classic “wrap it up” hook.   

Luca Guadagnino’s Challengers was set up to be a major awards season contender—critics raved about it, Zendaya delivered one of her most compelling performances yet, and the film’s tension-fueled love triangle had audiences hooked. And yet? Not. A. Single. Nomination. The Academy acted like Challengers didn’t exist, leaving fans (and probably Zendaya herself) absolutely bewildered. The snub was so severe that Zendaya didn’t even bother showing up to the ceremony, which, honestly, was probably the right move.    

Timothée Chalamet had been gaining serious momentum for his role as Bob Dylan in A Complete Unknown—he even won the SAG Award for the film, which is usually a strong predictor for the Oscars. But when Best Actor was announced, the Academy pulled the rug out from under him, giving the award to Adrien Brody instead. Fans were not happy, and even though Brody delivered a solid performance, many were left wondering what exactly Chalamet has to do to actually win an Oscar at this point.   

While some stars were busy collecting awards, others were making headlines for entirely different reasons. Margaret Qualley was officially announced as the new Bond girl in the upcoming James Bond film, a role that has historically launched actresses to the next level of stardom. Known for her indie film background and offbeat roles, this casting marks a massive pivot for both Qualley and the Bond franchise. The only question now is: will she be a femme fatale, or something entirely new?   

But the 2025 Oscars gave us everything—stunning wins, outrageous snubs, an insane red carpet, and a speech that seemingly lasted longer than some movies. Whether you’re still mad about Challengers being ignored or can’t stop thinking about Chalamet‘s getting snubbed, one thing is clear: Hollywood’s biggest night is never just about the awards—it’s about the moments that live on long after the show ends.