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Mick Jagger Surprises Oscars as Best Original Song Presenter

The Rolling Stones frontman stepped in for Bob Dylan, who declined the invitation, joking about his younger status and presenting the award to 'El Mal' from Emilia Pérez.

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Mick Jagger, who presented the award for best original song at the 2025 Oscars, took a playful jab at Bob Dylan, not pictured, during his segment.
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Overview

  • Mick Jagger made an unannounced appearance at the 97th Academy Awards to present the Best Original Song category.
  • Jagger revealed he replaced Bob Dylan, who declined the invitation, humorously referencing Dylan's suggestion to find someone younger.
  • The award for Best Original Song went to 'El Mal' from the film Emilia Pérez, beating out four other nominees.
  • The Oscars producers had originally invited Bob Dylan to present and perform, but he opted not to attend the event.
  • Dylan's biopic, A Complete Unknown, received multiple nominations at the ceremony but was notably absent from the Best Original Song category.