5 Oscar Scandals That Had Everyone Talking

Explore the Oscars’ most unforgettable scandals that left the audience in shock and Hollywood buzzing for years.

1. When Barbra Met Katharine (1969)

Imagine the Oscars where Barbra Streisand, the newbie on the block, and Katharine Hepburn, the queen of cinema, both snagged the Best Actress award. Yup, it happened in '69 and folks couldn’t stop chattering about the tie. Was it a nod to the changing tides in Hollywood? Maybe. All we know is it made for an unforgettable Oscar night.

2. Brando’s No-Show (1973)

Marlon Brando winning Best Actor and then… not showing up? Classic Brando. Instead, Sacheen Littlefeather took the stage, spotlighting the mistreatment of Native Americans in the industry. Brando’s chair remained empty, but the statement echoed loud and clear, turning a typical award acceptance into a pivotal moment of activism.

3. “La La Land” & “Moonlight” Mix-Up (2017)

Cut to 2017, and “La La Land” is mistakenly announced as Best Picture. Moments later, oops, “Moonlight” was the actual winner. The mix-up was live TV gold and a humbling reminder that even in Hollywood, mistakes happen. Plus, it gave us two unforgettable Oscar moments for the price of one.

4. Hathaway & Franco’s Odd Couple Act (2011)

2011 brought us Anne Hathaway and James Franco as Oscar hosts, aiming to woo a younger audience. The result? A bit of an awkward soup, proving that charisma can’t be manufactured, and sometimes, the best-laid plans of mice and men often go awry, especially at the Oscars.

5. Angelina Jolie and Her Brother (2000)

Last but not least, Angelina Jolie’s affectionate moment with her brother James Haven in 2000 definitely raised some eyebrows. It was a snapshot that launched a thousand headlines, showcasing how personal moments can sometimes overshadow professional achievements on Hollywood’s biggest night.

There you have it, five Oscar moments that prove Hollywood’s biggest night is as unpredictable as it is glamorous. And remember, it’s these unexpected twists that make the Oscars an event we wouldn’t miss for the world.