Bill Maher Criticizes Oscars Outcome, Citing Cancel Culture's Impact on 'Emilia Pérez'

Maher argues that resurfaced tweets from actress Karla Sofía Gascón derailed the film's chances, benefiting 'Anora' at the 2025 Academy Awards.

Bill Maher claimed on his show 'Real Time' that 'cancel culture' influenced the Oscars, leading to 'Emilia Pérez' losing Best Picture and Best Actress awards.
Actress Karla Sofía Gascón, a frontrunner for Best Actress, faced backlash over resurfaced tweets deemed offensive and racist, which Maher believes hurt the film's momentum.
Maher described Gascón's tweets as overly honest but controversial, likening them to 'child-like' or 'Kanye-esque' comments that crossed a line for many in Hollywood.
'Anora' emerged as the night's big winner, taking home five awards, including Best Picture, Best Actress for Mikey Madison, and Best Director for Sean Baker.
'Emilia Pérez' won two Oscars: Best Supporting Actress for Zoe Saldaña and Best Original Song for 'El Mal,' despite leading the nominations with thirteen.