Oscar mania: Adrien Brody inspires with an emotional acceptance speech!

Oscar mania: Adrien Brody inspires with an emotional acceptance speech!

The Oscars 2025 were all about Adrien Brody! The 51-year-old actor not only impressed as the winner of the coveted award in the “Best Actor” category, but also provided a cheerful moment during his acceptance speech. On the way to the stage, Brody noticed that he still had a piece of chewing gum in his mouth and shyly threw it to his partner Georgina Chapman, who tried in vain to catch it. Brody was recognized for his compelling portrayal of Hungarian-Jewish architect László Tóth in Brady Corbet's The Brutalist, having already won a Golden Globe, a Bafta and a Critics Choice TV Movie reported.

In his emotional speech, Brody spoke with conviction and took more time than planned, much to the delight of the audience, who were begrudgingly played music to encourage him to finish. “I’ll stop right now,” he pleaded, while pointing out how grateful he is for his career and hopes to continue landing significant roles in the years to come. As he explained his gratitude to The Brutalist team and his family, it became clear: He is committed to a better, inclusive world and highlighted the need to stand up against anti-Semitism and racism, such as crown reported.

An exciting duel

The Oscar for Best Actor was a hotly contested title, especially in the duel between Brody and Timothée Chalamet, who was celebrated for his role in the biopic "Like A Complete Unknown" and even won the SAG Award. In addition to these two talented actors, Colman Domingo, Ralph Fiennes and Sebastian Stan were also nominated for their impressive performances. The 2025 Oscars not only ensured a fantastic evening for the winners, but also for the audience, who admired the passionate stories and actors who have shaped the world of film.