Oscars 2025 viewers turn awards show off to watch White Lotus instead as they brand it as ‘boring’ and ‘a snooze-fest’

The 97th Academy Awards took place at the Dolby Theater in Los Angeles, California, featuring thrilling wins, epic celebrity interactions, and controversial moments, including a contentious opening monologue from host Conan O’Brien. Despite some stars showcasing slimmed-down looks on the red carpet, concerns arose about a return to the size 0 trend driven by Ozempic. The night saw various winners, including The Brutalist for Best Cinematography, with fans expressing disappointment over the exclusion of Michelle Trachtenberg in the In Memoriam segment. Other highlights included Dune: Part Two’s wins for Best Visual Effects and Best Pitch, as well as controversial moments involving Conan O’Brien’s crude joke about Kendrick Lamar and a swipe at Kieran Culkin by Robert Downey Jr. Filled with drama and memorable performances, the Oscars also featured an awkward incident involving the Los Angeles Fire Department’s reference to the film Joker 2 and a criticized performance by Doja Cat.

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