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Mikey Madison Wins Best Actress for 'Anora' in Major Upset at the Oscars


Demi Moore was the expected pick for Best Actress in a Leading Role at the 2025 Oscars, but Anora's Mikey Madison took the prize

Madison, 25, earned her first Academy Award for her portrayal of the film’s titular character during the Sunday, March 2, ceremony at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, defeating the heavily-favorited Demi Moore, who starred in The Substance. The actress also competed against Wicked ’s Cynthia Erivo, Emilia Pérez ’s Karla Sofía Gascón, and I’m Still Here ’s Fernanda Torres in the category. From the historic Oscar speeches of Sally Field and Halle Berry to horrific hosting from Hugh Jackman, Anne Hathaway, and James Franco, here are the most unforgettable moments from the Academy Awards.

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