Hollywood’s biggest night wasn’t just about trophies and speeches—it was filled with love, laughter, and even a baby promise!
Kieran Culkin, fresh off his big win at the Oscars, stole the spotlight at the Governors Ball with a romantic moment alongside his wife, Jazz Charton.
The Succession star, who won Best Supporting Actor for A Real Pain, made headlines not only for his hilarious acceptance speech but also for the affectionate display with his wife at the exclusive after-party.
A Winning Kiss and a Hilarious Baby Pact
The Governors Ball, held at the Ray Dolby Ballroom right after the Oscars, was buzzing with A-list winners, fine dining, and celebratory drinks.
Among those soaking in the victory was Kieran Culkin, who couldn’t keep his hands off his wife after taking home his first Academy Award.
Cameras captured the couple in a warm embrace before Culkin sealed the moment with a passionate kiss, his golden statuette still in hand.
His speech earlier in the night had the audience in stitches when he reminded Charton of a promise she made a year ago.
According to Culkin, his wife had agreed to have a fourth child if he ever won an Oscar—never expecting him to actually pull it off!
With his win now official, Culkin made sure to playfully hold her to her word, much to the delight of the audience.
Star-Studded Moments at the Governors Ball
Culkin wasn’t the only one basking in post-win glory.
Best Actor winner Adrien Brody shared a touching moment with his father, Elliot, at the after-party.
The proud dad embraced his son and even gave him a sweet kiss on the cheek while proudly holding the award.
Earlier in the evening, Brody was joined by his mother, Sylvia Plachy, and wife on the red carpet, making it a true family affair.
Meanwhile, Best Supporting Actress winner Zoe Saldaña was all smiles as her husband, Marco Perego-Saldaña, took out his phone to capture snapshots of her with her golden trophy for Emilia Pérez.
First-time Oscar winner Mikey Madison, who pulled off a surprise victory for Best Actress in Anora, celebrated with her film’s producer, Alex Coco, who also took home Best Picture.
The Drama of the Best Actress Category
One of the night’s biggest upsets came when 25-year-old Mikey Madison beat out veteran actress Demi Moore for Best Actress.
Moore, who had been the favorite to win for The Substance, struggled to hide her disappointment when Madison’s name was called.
Though she clapped along with the crowd, cameras caught her clenching her jaw and quietly muttering “nice” to herself.
Madison’s win marked a major triumph for Anora, which dominated the night with five Oscar wins, including Best Picture and Best Director for Sean Baker.
In her acceptance speech, the young actress took a moment to recognize and honor the sex worker community, whom she credited for inspiring her performance in the independent film.
The Complete List of 2025 Oscar Winners
Best Picture
🏆 Anora
Best Actor
🏆 Adrien Brody – The Brutalist
Best Actress
🏆 Mikey Madison – Anora
Best Supporting Actor
🏆 Kieran Culkin – A Real Pain
Best Supporting Actress
🏆 Zoe Saldaña – Emilia Pérez
Best Director
🏆 Sean Baker – Anora
Other notable winners included Dune: Part Two for Best Visual Effects, I’m Still Here (Brazil) for Best International Feature, and Flow for Best Animated Feature.
What’s Next for the Stars?
As the dust settles on another unforgettable Oscars, all eyes are now on Hollywood’s biggest names and what’s coming next.
Will Kieran Culkin and Jazz Charton actually add a fourth baby to their family?
Will Demi Moore bounce back from the shocking loss with an even stronger performance next year?
And how will Mikey Madison’s unexpected win shape her career?
With Anora making waves, Culkin’s hilarious baby deal, and major upsets shaking up the industry, the 97th Academy Awards will certainly be remembered as one of the most entertaining and surprising in recent history.