American actor Adrien Brody won another Oscar last night, 22 years after receiving his first Academy Award for The Pianist.
At the 97th Academy Awards, Brody was honored as Best Actor for his performance in The Brutalist. He attended the ceremony with his longtime partner, designer Georgina Chapman. However, an unexpected moment with actress Halle Berry became one of the night’s biggest talking points.
Fans still remember Brody’s bold move in 2003 when he won his first Oscar. During his acceptance speech, he unexpectedly grabbed Halle Berry and kissed her on stage. Last night, Berry decided to return the favor.
Approaching Brody while he stood with Chapman, Berry playfully said, “Sorry, Georgina, but I have to do this!” She then hugged Brody and kissed him on the lips, prompting Chapman to burst into laughter.
While many found the moment amusing, others criticized it, saying it was disrespectful. Some commented that the car ride home for Brody was probably uncomfortable, while others argued that such behavior in Hollywood is ‘nothing new’. Many questioned how Berry wasn’t embarrassed, with some saying the act was humiliating and unnecessary.
Adrien Brody and Georgina Chapman, the founder of fashion brand Marchesa and the ex-wife of disgraced producer Harvey Weinstein, have been together since 2020. They are known for their close bond and Chapman’s strong support of Brody.
As for Halle Berry, she has been in a relationship with musician Van Hunt for the past five years. The couple keeps a low profile and rarely makes public appearances together.
