Sean Baker also had a notable night, winning two Oscars for Achievement in Film Editing and Best Original Screenplay for 'Anora.'

Kieran Culkin kicked off the awards by winning Actor in a Supporting Role for 'A Real Pain,' delivering an emotional acceptance speech.

This tribute marked a significant change in the James Bond franchise, as Amazon took over creative control from the Broccoli family, who had managed it for over 60 years.

'Emilia Pérez' led the nominations with 13, including Best Picture, while 'The Brutalist' followed closely with 10 nominations.

At the 2025 Oscars, Raye made her debut performance of Adele's song 'Skyfall' during a tribute to the James Bond franchise, which coincided with Amazon's recent acquisition of the franchise.

Raye's performance received positive feedback, with celebrities like Millie Bobby Brown and Jazmine Sullivan praising her powerful vocals, despite some mixed reviews online.

During her performance, Raye felt validated when she saw Ariana Grande applauding her, which helped ease her nerves.

In other highlights of the night, Zoe Saldaña won the Best Supporting Actress award for her role in 'Emilia Pérez,' making history as the first Oscar winner of Dominican descent.

The ceremony, hosted by Conan O'Brien, featured a star-studded red carpet and celebrated a mix of new talent and seasoned artists, generating buzz across social media.

Prior to the Oscars, Raye had a successful awards season, including a notable performance at the 2025 Grammys and winning Best R&B Act at the BRIT Awards.

Raye's journey to this moment reflects her resilience, having faced challenges with her former label before becoming an independent artist.

Additionally, Paul Tazewell made history by winning the Achievement in Costume Design for 'Wicked,' becoming the first Black male recipient of the award.