Adrien Brody's Gum Toss at the Oscars 2025

During the 2025 Oscars, actor Adrien Brody made headlines not just for his performance but also for an unusual moment while accepting his award. As he approached the stage to receive the Oscar for Best Actor, he realized he was still chewing gum. In a lighthearted yet somewhat awkward decision, Brody tossed the gum towards his girlfriend, Georgina Chapman.

Brody, 52, paused mid-step, turned back towards his seat, and pulled the gum from his mouth. Chapman, 48, extended her hands to catch it but unfortunately missed the catch. This moment sparked a wave of reactions on social media, with many viewers expressing their disapproval of what they considered a disrespectful gesture at such a prestigious event.

Critics on platforms like X pointed out that it would have been more appropriate for Brody to simply pocket the gum after winning the Oscar. Some comments were directed at Chapman, with one user implying she had made poor choices in men, referencing her ex-husband, disgraced producer Harvey Weinstein.

Despite the mixed reactions, Brody took a moment during his acceptance speech to praise Chapman, referring to her as an “amazing” partner. He mentioned how she had helped him rediscover his self-worth and values. The couple, who have been publicly dating since 2020, looked happy together on the red carpet, with Chapman stunning in a strapless black velvet gown and Brody in a classic tuxedo.

In addition to the gum incident, Brody also garnered attention for recreating a memorable moment from the 2003 Oscars during the event. He shared a playful kiss with Halle Berry while being interviewed by “Access Hollywood.” This spontaneous act reminisced their passionate kiss from over two decades ago when Brody first won the Oscar for his role in The Pianist. Berry humorously apologized to Chapman for the kiss, saying she had waited 20 years for the chance to give Brody a kiss on the red carpet.

Brody’s speech extended far beyond the allocated time, making headlines for his determination to express gratitude instead of leaving the stage when the cut-off music started playing. The evening was filled with captivating moments and fans even suggested that Brody should take the next step in his relationship with Chapman.

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