The Internet Reacts to Garfield’s Tribute
Garfield’s tribute to Goldie sparked mixed reactions online. While some found it touching, others were puzzled by the moment. One person questioned, “What a weird thing to say. What did he mean?”
Others quickly clarified that Garfield’s mother, who passed away in 2019, was a huge fan of Goldie, making his words deeply personal. “His mom passed away in 2019; it was a very tragic death. He was thanking her for being one of his mom’s idols,” a user explained.
However, some felt Goldie’s reaction was lukewarm, with one joking, “Poor Andrew Garfield pouring his heart out, and she’s like ‘Okay.’” Another added, “It seemed very awkward on Goldie’s part.”
Yet, others defended the moment, calling it a rare display of authenticity. “So funny how jaded people are… It was sweet, gracious, and a rare moment of REAL in Hollywood,” one viewer wrote.
Andrew Garfield to Goldie Hawn: “There’s a person that gave my mother during her life the most joy, the most comfort and tonight I feel very lucky because I get to thank that person from the bottom of my heart. That person is Goldie Hawn.”#Oscarshttps://t.co/nl9CxOviL4 pic.twitter.com/ZECLT3Imk4
— ABC News (@ABC) March 3, 2025
Conan O’Brien’s Controversial Joke
Another unexpected Oscars moment came from first-time host Conan O’Brien, whose humor stirred controversy. Midway through the ceremony, he quipped, “Well, we’re halfway through the show, which means it’s time for Kendrick Lamar to come out and call Drake a pedophile.”
The joke was met with awkward silence, scattered laughter, and immediate backlash online. “Nobody’s laughing,” one user pointed out, while another wrote, “He literally ruined the night.” However, some defended Conan’s edgy humor, calling it the “funniest moment of the show.”
With Garfield’s heartfelt tribute and Conan’s divisive joke, the 97th Academy Awards delivered moments that were both touching and controversial, ensuring that Hollywood’s biggest night would be remembered for more than just its winners.
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