The 97th Oscars, hosted by Conan O’Brien, had many exciting moments. Here is a list of some of the most memorable highlights from Hollywood’s biggest night.

Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo Open the Oscars with a Magical Performance

Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, stars of Wicked and Oscar nominees, kicked off the Oscars with an amazing performance. They paid tribute to Hollywood’s magic and the classic Wizard of Oz story that inspired Wicked. Ariana started by singing “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” from The Wizard of Oz, and Cynthia joined her for “Home” from The Wiz. They finished with their famous duet from the film, “Defying Gravity.” The performance was so emotional that even Michelle Yeoh was seen wiping away tears in the audience.

Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet Share a Kiss at the Oscars

Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet caused a stir at the 2025 Oscars with a sweet moment of public affection. The couple, sitting in the front row, shared a kiss during the ceremony while Chalamet was there for his Best Actor nomination.

Conan O’Brien Surprises with Hindi at the Oscars

One of the unforgettable moments at the 97th Academy Awards was when host Conan O’Brien greeted India in Hindi! As he took the stage, he said, “Namashkar. Nashte ke saath Oscar dekhna,” which means, “Greetings to the people of India. It’s morning there, so I hope you enjoy your breakfast with the Oscars.” This was the first time an Oscars host spoke Hindi on stage.

Adam Sandler Shocks the Audience with Casual Outfit

While most stars wore fancy gowns and tuxedos, Adam Sandler made a statement by showing up in gym shorts and a blue sweatshirt. The audience was surprised by his relaxed look, and even host Conan O’Brien had to comment, saying, “Adam, what are you wearing?” Sandler joked back, “I’m dressed like a guy playing video poker at 2 a.m.” His unexpected outfit quickly became one of the most talked-about moments of the night.

First-Time Oscar Winner Mikey Madison Makes History

25-year-old Anora star Mikey Madison won her first-ever Oscar and called her Best Actress win “surreal.” On stage, she thanked everyone and showed her support for the sex worker community.