Adrien Brody’s night at the 97th Academy Awards on March 2 was filled with standout moments, including an unexpected kiss with Halle Berry and a gum mishap. The highlight, however, was his Best Actor win for *The Brutalist*, his second Oscar after *The Pianist* in 2003. During his acceptance speech, Brody thanked *The Brutalist* team and his girlfriend, Georgina Chapman, along with her children. When the orchestra tried to play him off, he insisted they stop, saying, “I will wrap this up, please turn the music off,” and noted, “This isn’t my first rodeo.” He also credited his parents for teaching him respect and kindness.
Online reactions were split. Some called his speech arrogant and overly long, while others admired his confidence and refusal to be cut short. Despite the mixed feedback, Brody’s win solidified his status as one of Hollywood’s most respected actors, making the 97th Oscars a memorable night for him.
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