Oscars 2025 is all about the Oscar winners — but let’s be honest, it’s also about the memes and viral moments that enter the pop culture lexicon for years to come. The Oscars might have been created to honor the art of filmmaking, but its contribution to modern society includes some of the most unforgettable pop culture memes to ever exist.
Just think about the 2014 Oscars, which gave the world the infamous (and now extremely cringey) Oscars selfie. 2018 gave us an upgraded version of Meryl Streep with her hands cupped over her mouth cheering (I still use this one today). 2020 was green-haired Billie Eilish’s disgusted face. And let us not forget last year when Robert Downey Jr. thanked his “terrible childhood” for his award and the internet had a field day.
With the 97th Academy Awards on Sunday, March 2, 2025, we can only expect to have dozens more meme-able moments that’ll stand the test of time. It’s our legacy to leave behind to future internet historians—our duty as pioneers of this modern culture. Plus, with Conan O’Brien making his Oscars hosting debut, we know it’s going to be top notch entertainment. Stars like Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Selena Gomez, Zoe Saldaña, and Timothée Chalamet are set to appear for their nominated films and — hopefully — win big.
So, what were the best memes and viral moments from Oscars 2025? See our fave picks below.
Edvin Ryding singing Cynthia Erivo’s iconic Wicked riff
Cynthia Erivo might be on her way to becoming the youngest EGOT winner ever tonight, but Young Royals star Edvin Ryding is coming for her Wicked riff. While paying princely homage to his home country by rocking Swedish brands on the red carpet, Ryding joined Chicken Shop Date host Amelia Dimoldenberg in singing their rendition of the famous notes…even if it was a bit off pitch.
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Amelia Dimoldenberg joking with Kit Connor about “losing his Oscars virginity”
Heartstopper star Kit Connor also joined Dimoldenberg on the red carpet. Connor, who stars in the Oscar nominated animated film The Wild Robot tells the host it’s his “first time” at the awards ceremony. In typically Dimoldenberg fashion, she responded by joking that he’s losing his “Oscars virginity” with her.
