The Best Behind-the-Scenes Photos from the 2025 Oscars, from Surprising Reunions to Cute Couple Moments

Mar. 15, 2025

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Meg Ryan and Demi Moore attend the 97th Annual Oscars at Dolby Theatre on March 02, 2025 in Hollywood, California

John Shearer/97th Oscars/The Academy via Getty

The2025 Oscarshad a few surprise wins, plenty of tears and some dance numbers we didn’t see coming.

Check out all the behind-the-scenes moments from the 2025 Oscars below.

01of 27A ‘Wicked’ Good TimeJohn Shearer/97th Oscars/The Academy via GettyAriana GrandeandCynthia Erivoare overwhelmed with emotion following their powerhouse opening performance.

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A ‘Wicked’ Good Time

HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 02: (EDITORIAL ONLY, NO BOOK COVERS) (L-R) Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo seen backstage at the 97th Annual Oscars at Dolby Theatre on March 02, 2025 in Hollywood, California.

Ariana GrandeandCynthia Erivoare overwhelmed with emotion following their powerhouse opening performance.

02of 27Big HugsAriana Grande and Ethan Slater.John Shearer/97th Oscars/The Academy via GettyAriana Grande andEthan Slatershare a tight squeeze ahead of the show.

02of 27

Big Hugs

Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater.John Shearer/97th Oscars/The Academy via Getty

Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater attend the 97th Annual

Ariana Grande andEthan Slatershare a tight squeeze ahead of the show.

03of 27Lady in RedMargaret Qualley.John Shearer/97th Oscars/The Academy via GettyMargaret Qualleytakes a moment backstage before heading outto dance in the James Bond tribute number.

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Lady in Red

Margaret Qualley.John Shearer/97th Oscars/The Academy via Getty

Margaret Qualley is seen backstage during the 97th Annual Oscars at Dolby Theatre on March 02, 2025 in Hollywood, California

Margaret Qualleytakes a moment backstage before heading outto dance in the James Bond tribute number.

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Katching Up

Elle Fanning, Timothee Chalamet, and Kylie Jenner.John Shearer/97th Oscars/The Academy via Getty

Elle Fanning, Timothee Chalamet, and Kylie Jenner attend the 97th Annual Oscars at Dolby Theatre on March 02, 2025 in

05of 27Pure JoyZoe Saldana and Selena Gomez.Richard Harbaugh/The Academy via GettyEmilia Pérezcostars Zoe Saldaña and Selena Gomez share a heartfelt hug.

05of 27

Pure Joy

Zoe Saldana and Selena Gomez.Richard Harbaugh/The Academy via Getty

Zoe Saldana and Selena Gomez are seen backstage during the 97th Annual Oscars at Dolby Theatre on March 02, 2025 in

Richard Harbaugh/The Academy via Getty

Emilia Pérezcostars Zoe Saldaña and Selena Gomez share a heartfelt hug.

06of 27Gather AroundKylie Jenner and Timothee Chalamet.Richard Harbaugh/AMPAS/ShutterstockAnd theComplete Unknownstar is later seen getting a quick selfie during a break in the show.

06of 27

Gather Around

Kylie Jenner and Timothee Chalamet.Richard Harbaugh/AMPAS/Shutterstock

Kylie Jenner and Timothee Chalamet

Richard Harbaugh/AMPAS/Shutterstock

And theComplete Unknownstar is later seen getting a quick selfie during a break in the show.

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Back in the Building

Whoopi Goldberg and Billy Crystal.John Shearer/97th Oscars/The Academy via Getty

Whoopi Goldberg and Billy Crystal attend the 97th Annual Oscars at Dolby Theatre on March 02, 2025 in Hollywood, California

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Just Girls

Elle Fanning and Lily-Rose Depp.Richard Harbaugh/The Academy via Getty

Elle Fanning and Lily-Rose Depp poses backstage during the 97th Annual Oscars at Dolby Theatre on March 02, 2025 in

09of 27Two of a KindRobert Downey Jr. and Kieran Culkin.John Shearer/97th Oscars/The Academy via GettyRobert Downey Jr.poses with palKieran Culkinshortly after presenting him with the Best Supporting Actor trophy.

09of 27

Two of a Kind

Robert Downey Jr. and Kieran Culkin.John Shearer/97th Oscars/The Academy via Getty

Robert Downey Jr. and Kieran Culkin are seen backstage during the 97th Annual Oscars at Dolby Theatre on March 02, 2025 in

Robert Downey Jr.poses with palKieran Culkinshortly after presenting him with the Best Supporting Actor trophy.

10of 27Snap a PicSamuel L. Jackson and Selena Gomez.Richard Harbaugh/The Academy via GettySamuel L. JacksonandSelena Gomezcome in for a selfie before presenting the documentary categories. (Or maybe he’s giving her his address for a wedding invite?)

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Snap a Pic

Samuel L. Jackson and Selena Gomez.Richard Harbaugh/The Academy via Getty

Samuel L. Jackson and Selena Gomez is seen backstage during the 97th Annual Oscars at Dolby Theatre on March 02,

Samuel L. JacksonandSelena Gomezcome in for a selfie before presenting the documentary categories. (Or maybe he’s giving her his address for a wedding invite?)

11of 27Artist to ArtistPaul Tazewell and Bowen Yang.Richard Harbaugh/The Academy via GettyBowen Yanghangs out withWicked’sOscar-winning costume designerPaul Tazewell… in an outfit of Tazewell’s design.

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Artist to Artist

Paul Tazewell and Bowen Yang.Richard Harbaugh/The Academy via Getty

Paul Tazewell and Bowen Yang pose backstage during the 97th Annual Oscars at Dolby Theatre on March

Bowen Yanghangs out withWicked’sOscar-winning costume designerPaul Tazewell… in an outfit of Tazewell’s design.

12of 27All in the FamilyEthan Slater, Jon M. Chu, Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo.Kevin Winter/GettySome of theWickedgang is captured huddling during the show.

12of 27

All in the Family

Ethan Slater, Jon M. Chu, Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo.Kevin Winter/Getty

Ethan Slater, Jon M. Chu, Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, and others during the 97th Annual Oscars at Dolby

Kevin Winter/Getty

Some of theWickedgang is captured huddling during the show.

13of 27Parents' Night OutMarco Perego-Saldana and Zoe Saldaña.John Shearer/97th Oscars/The Academy via GettyZoe Saldañaand her husbandMarco Perego(whose hair she complimented in her acceptance speech!) hold hands as they wait for the show to begin.

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Parents' Night Out

Marco Perego-Saldana and Zoe Saldaña.John Shearer/97th Oscars/The Academy via Getty

Marco Perego-Saldana and Zoe Saldana attend the 97th Annual Oscars at Dolby Theatre on March 02, 2025 in Hollywood, California.

Zoe Saldañaand her husbandMarco Perego(whose hair she complimented in her acceptance speech!) hold hands as they wait for the show to begin.

14of 27Good FriendsScarlett Johansson and June Squibb.Al Seib/The Academy via GettyPresentersScarlett JohanssonandJune Squibbshare a laugh after walking off stage.

14of 27

Good Friends

Scarlett Johansson and June Squibb.Al Seib/The Academy via Getty

Scarlett Johansson and June Squibb poses backstage during the 97th Annual Oscars at Dolby Theatre on March 02, 2025 in

Al Seib/The Academy via Getty

PresentersScarlett JohanssonandJune Squibbshare a laugh after walking off stage.

15of 27A Legend in the HouseMick Jagger.Richard Harbaugh/The Academy via GettyThe legendaryMick Jaggersmolders at the camera while headed to the stage where he presented Best Original Song.

15of 27

A Legend in the House

Mick Jagger.Richard Harbaugh/The Academy via Getty

Mick Jagger poses backstage during the 97th Annual Oscars at Dolby Theatre on March 02, 2025 in Hollywood, California

The legendaryMick Jaggersmolders at the camera while headed to the stage where he presented Best Original Song.

16of 27Special MomentColman Domingo and Samuel L. Jackson.Richard Harbaugh/The Academy via GettyColman DomingoandSamuel L. Jacksonget a word in, with Oscar statues behind.

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Special Moment

Colman Domingo and Samuel L. Jackson.Richard Harbaugh/The Academy via Getty

Colman Domingo and Samuel L. Jackson are seen backstage during the 97th Annual Oscars at Dolby Theatre on March 02,

Colman DomingoandSamuel L. Jacksonget a word in, with Oscar statues behind.

17of 27Girl TimeMonica Barbaro and Margaret Qualley.John Shearer/97th Oscars/The Academy via GettyMargaret Qualley’s intricately coifed bun is on full display in this candid snap which sees her chatting withMonica Barbaro.

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Girl Time

Monica Barbaro and Margaret Qualley.John Shearer/97th Oscars/The Academy via Getty

Monica Barbaro and Margaret Qualley attend the 97th Annual Oscars at Dolby Theatre on March 02, 2025 in Hollywood, California.

Margaret Qualley’s intricately coifed bun is on full display in this candid snap which sees her chatting withMonica Barbaro.

18of 27Golden MomentsGoldie Hawn and Andrew Garfield.Richard Harbaugh/AMPAS/ShutterstockAndrew Garfieldclearly gets a kick out of hanging out withGoldie Hawn. The actor was seen cracking up with her before they presented for Best Animated Short Film.

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Golden Moments

Goldie Hawn and Andrew Garfield.Richard Harbaugh/AMPAS/Shutterstock

Goldie Hawn and Andrew Garfield

Andrew Garfieldclearly gets a kick out of hanging out withGoldie Hawn. The actor was seen cracking up with her before they presented for Best Animated Short Film.

19of 27Industry VetsMeg Ryan and Demi Moore.John Shearer/97th Oscars/The Academy via GettyThe original ’80s It GirlsMeg RyanandDemi Moorelook fabulous while hanging out in the theatre.

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Industry Vets

Meg Ryan and Demi Moore.John Shearer/97th Oscars/The Academy via Getty

Meg Ryan and Demi Moore attend the 97th Annual Oscars at Dolby Theatre on March 02, 2025 in Hollywood, California

The original ’80s It GirlsMeg RyanandDemi Moorelook fabulous while hanging out in the theatre.

20of 27Costars and FriendsKieran Culkin and Jesse Eisenberg.John Shearer/97th Oscars/The Academy via GettyA Real PaincostarsKieran CulkinandJesse Eisenbergconverse with some shots of Don Julio 1942 in hand.

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Costars and Friends

Kieran Culkin and Jesse Eisenberg.John Shearer/97th Oscars/The Academy via Getty

Kieran Culkin and Jesse Eisenberg attend the 97th Annual Oscars at Dolby Theatre on March 02, 2025 in Hollywood, California

A Real PaincostarsKieran CulkinandJesse Eisenbergconverse with some shots of Don Julio 1942 in hand.

21of 27A Real ReunionDave McCary, Emma Stone and Kieran Culkin.John Shearer/97th Oscars/The Academy via GettyA Real PainproducerEmma Stoneand her husbandDave McCarycatch up with Kieran Culkin during a break.

21of 27

A Real Reunion

Dave McCary, Emma Stone and Kieran Culkin.John Shearer/97th Oscars/The Academy via Getty

Dave McCary, Emma Stone and Kieran Culkin attend the 97th Annual Oscars at Dolby Theatre on March 02, 2025 in Hollywood,

A Real PainproducerEmma Stoneand her husbandDave McCarycatch up with Kieran Culkin during a break.

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Songwriters' Circle

Brandi Carlile and Elton John.John Shearer/97th Oscars/The Academy via Getty

Brandi Carlile and Elton John attend the 97th Annual

23of 27Silver and GoldAndrew Garfield and Demi Moore.John Shearer/97th Oscars/The Academy via GettyAndrew GarfieldandDemi Mooreeachshowed a little skin in their Oscars attire.

23of 27

Silver and Gold

Andrew Garfield and Demi Moore.John Shearer/97th Oscars/The Academy via Getty

Andrew Garfield and Demi Moore attend the 97th Annual Oscars at Dolby Theatre on March 02, 2025 in Hollywood, California

Andrew GarfieldandDemi Mooreeachshowed a little skin in their Oscars attire.

24of 27QTNAMiley Cyrus and Miles Teller.Richard Harbaugh/The Academy via GettyWhatever happened, clearlyMiley CyrusandMiles Tellerwere caught off guard as they waited backstage.

24of 27

QTNA

Miley Cyrus and Miles Teller.Richard Harbaugh/The Academy via Getty

Miley Cyrus and Miles Teller pose backstage during the 97th Annual Oscars at Dolby Theatre on March 02, 2025 in Hollywood,

Whatever happened, clearlyMiley CyrusandMiles Tellerwere caught off guard as they waited backstage.

25of 27Look at These GuysNathan Crowley and Lee Sanders with Ben Stiller.Mike Coppola/GettyBen Stillerposes with Best Production Design winners Nathan Crowley and Lee Sanders, who won for their work onWicked.

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Look at These Guys

Nathan Crowley and Lee Sanders with Ben Stiller.Mike Coppola/Getty

Nathan Crowley and Lee Sanders, winners of the Best Production Design for “Wicked”, pose with Ben Stiller

Mike Coppola/Getty

Ben Stillerposes with Best Production Design winners Nathan Crowley and Lee Sanders, who won for their work onWicked.

26of 27Serious Actors, Not So Serious ConvoJeremy Strong, Emma Wall and Edward Norton.John Shearer/97th Oscars/The Academy via GettyJeremy Strongand his wifeEmma Wallare spotted sharing a lighthearted moment withEdward Norton.

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Serious Actors, Not So Serious Convo

Jeremy Strong, Emma Wall and Edward Norton.John Shearer/97th Oscars/The Academy via Getty

Jeremy Strong, Emma Wall and Edward Norton attend the 97th Annual Oscars at Dolby Theatre on March 02, 2025 in Hollywood,

Jeremy Strongand his wifeEmma Wallare spotted sharing a lighthearted moment withEdward Norton.

27of 27Black Girl MagicOprah Winfrey and Cynthia Erivo.John Shearer/97th Oscars/The Academy via GettyOprahseemingly gives one of her famous heartfelt squeezes to Cynthia Erivo during a break in the show.

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Black Girl Magic

Oprah Winfrey and Cynthia Erivo.John Shearer/97th Oscars/The Academy via Getty

Oprah Winfrey and Cynthia Erivo attend the 97th Annual Oscars at Dolby Theatre on March 02, 2025 in Hollywood, California

Oprahseemingly gives one of her famous heartfelt squeezes to Cynthia Erivo during a break in the show.

source: people.com

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