The 97th annual Academy Awards, hosted by Conan O'Brien for the first time, took place at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood. O'Brien's comedic opening monologue included a bit about 'CinemaStreams,' featuring a cameo from Martin Scorsese. The ceremony highlighted performances such as a medley of songs from 'Wicked' by Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, which included 'Somewhere over the Rainbow,' 'Home,' and 'Defying Gravity.' Other notable acts were a James Bond tribute by Lisa, Doja Cat, and Raye, and Queen Latifah's performance of 'Ease on Down the Road' in tribute to Quincy Jones. Significant achievements included Paul Tazewell's win as the first Black man to receive the best costume design award for 'Wicked,' and Zoe Saldana's Oscar for best supporting actress for 'Emilia Perez,' making her the first Dominican-American actor to win. 'I'm Still Here' secured Brazil's first win in the best international film category. Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan, known for 'When Harry Met Sally,' reunited to present the Best Picture award, with Crystal referencing the film by saying, 'because when you have a chance to be an Oscar winner for the rest of your life, you want the rest of your life to start as soon as possible.' The best actress award went to Mikey Madison for 'Anora,' an unexpected victory over the favored Demi Moore, who had won several awards during the season for 'The Substance.' Madison expressed her gratitude, noting her Los Angeles roots and the surreal feeling of winning an Oscar.