Adrien Brody, Halle Berry, and Historic Wins Define Oscars 2025

The 97th Academy Awards featured notable moments, including Berry's playful 'revenge' kiss, Brody's second Oscar win, and groundbreaking achievements in diversity.

Adrien Brody won his second Oscar for Best Actor for his role in 'The Brutalist,' delivering a politically charged acceptance speech addressing antisemitism and racism.
Halle Berry surprised Brody with a kiss on the red carpet, a lighthearted callback to his controversial 2003 Oscars kiss with her, which sparked significant attention.
Sean Baker's 'Anora' dominated the night with five Oscars, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actress for Mikey Madison, who became the youngest winner in her category this year.
The ceremony highlighted global issues, with winners from Iran and the Israeli-Palestinian documentary team using their speeches to draw attention to political struggles in their regions.
California firefighters were honored onstage for their heroic efforts during recent wildfires, receiving a standing ovation from the audience.