This year's Oscar ceremony was full of unforgettable events and heartwarming moments, both on and off the stage.

From emotional speeches to stunning red-carpet appearances, the night was packed with memorable highlights.

Beyond the spotlight, there were countless candid interactions between Hollywood's biggest stars, who took the chance to showcase camaraderie, excitement, and good sportsmanship.

Here’s a look at moments most viewers missed, capturing the essence of a night full of emotion.

#1 Halle Berry And Adrien Brody Recreate Their Famous Oscars Kiss

Halle Berry and Adrien Brody surprised everyone with a spontaneous red-carpet kiss, reminiscent of their famous smooch at the Oscars in 2003.

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#2 Best Actor Nominees Celebrate Together

This year's Best Actor nominees: Timothée Chalamet, Colman Domingo, Ralph Fiennes, and Sebastian Stan, surrounded the winner, Adrien Brody, during a commercial break.

They posed together with smiles, showing good sportsmanship as they celebrated his victory.

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#3 Colman Domingo Turs Commercial Break Into Dance Party

Colman Domingo invited the #Oscars to dance at that commercial break. pic.twitter.com/r73ZgEJAs3
— Ramin Setoodeh (@RaminSetoodeh) March 3, 2025

#4 Ariana Grande And Cynthia Erivo Shared Some Tears

The actresses let their emotions overflow after the Oscars opening performance that honored the entirety of The Wizard of Oz franchise.

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#5 Robert Downey And Kieran Culkin Posed For The Cameras

Robert Downey Jr. and Kieran Culkin took a photo together moments after the former presented the latter with his award.

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#6 The Social Network Stars Reunite

A ‘Social Network’ reunion on the #VFOscars red carpet? We’re wired in. pic.twitter.com/UqS0VOau8x
— VANITY FAIR (@VanityFair) March 3, 2025

#7 Cynthia Erivo Shows Her Tattoos

The Wicked star posed for Debbie Allen open armed, allowing viewers to get a good look at the tapestry of tattoos on the actress' back.

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#8 Scarlett Johansson And June Squibb Shared A Laugh Backstage

After walking off the stage, presenters Scarlett Johansson and Academy Award-nominated actress June Squibb, known for her role in 2013's Nebraska, shared a lighthearted laugh.

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#9 The Big Winners Of The Night Celebrated Their Emotional Victory

Mikey Madison, Adrien Brody, Zoe Saldaña, and Kieran Culkin took a group photo with their respective Oscars in hand.

Madison and Brody won Best Actress/Actor, while Saldaña and Culkin took the prize home for Best Supporting Actress/Actor.

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#10 Last Year's Winners Catch-Up Backstage

Last Year's Best Actor and Best Actress winners, Cillian Murphy, For Oppenheimer, And Emma Stone, For Poor Things, Reunited Backstage.

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#11 Ariana Grande And Ethan Slater Shared A Heartfelt Hug

Ariana Grande and her male Wicked co-star, Ethan Slater, shared a tight hug before the show.

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#12 Jeff Goldblum And Emilie Livingston Mingled With Fans

Jeff Goldblum, joined by his wife Emilie Livingston, took time to snap photos with fans, taking selfies and sharing laughs outside the venue.

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#13 Halle Berry And Michelle Yeoh Admired Each Other's Dresses

The two actresses warmly greeted each other, congratulating each other on their respective outfits.

Halle Berry wore a decorative strapless gown featuring shimmering embellishments. Michelle Yeoh looked vibrant in a royal blue strapless gown.

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#14 Timothée Chalamet Spent Time With Fans

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#15 90s Icons Meg Ryan And Demi Moore Posed Together

Hollywood icons Meg Ryan and Demi Moore reunited in the crowd, sharing smiles and reminiscing about their remarkable careers.

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#16 Wicked's Cast Shared A Warm Group Hug

The Wicked cast performed a group hug, sharing words of appreciation for each other.

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#17 Samuel L. Jackson And Selena Gomez Took A Selfie

The actors delighted generations of fans by sharing a fun selfie together.

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#18 Avumile Qongqo And Her Daughter Liyabona Mroqoza Graced The Red Carpet

Rising Hollywood star Avumile Qongqo made a heartwarming appearance with her daughter, introducing her to a world of glitz and glamour.

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#19 Bowen Yang Surprised Designer Paul Tazewell By Wearing One Of His Creations

Actor and comedian Bowen Yang was spotted backstage hanging out with Wicked's Oscar-winning costume designer, Paul Tazewell, sporting one of Tazewell's stunning creations.

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#20 Whoopi Goldberg And Billy Crystal Reunited Backstage

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#21 Wallace And Gromit Creators Pose With Their Iconic Characters

Animation fans were thrilled when Nick Park, Richard Beek, and Merlin Crossingham posed alongside clay figurines of Wallace and Gromit, bringing a nostalgic vibe to the red carpet.

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#22 Halle Bailey Showed Hailee Steinfeld Something On Her Phone

The Little Mermaid actress shared what appeared to be a tender and adorable image with Hailee Steinfeld. Viewers speculate it might've been a picture of her son, Halo.