Emma Stone hailed as she admits she is in awe of Lily Gladstone in viral Oscars acceptance speech

Emma Stone won the 2024 Best Actress Oscar over Lily Gladstone for her performance in 'Poor Things'
PUBLISHED MAR 11, 2024
Emma Stone praised Lily Gladstone during her Oscars acceptance speech (Jeff Kravitz/Getty Images, Screenshot/Deadline Hollywood YouTube)
Emma Stone praised Lily Gladstone during her Oscars acceptance speech (Jeff Kravitz/Getty Images, Screenshot/Deadline Hollywood YouTube)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: The 2024 Oscars ceremony was a night of high drama, emotional moments, and well-deserved recognition for the finest talents in the film industry.

While the coveted Best Actress award was widely expected to go to Lily Gladstone for her tour-de-force performance in 'Killers of the Flower Moon,' it was Emma Stone who ultimately took home the prestigious honor for her role in 'Poor Things'.

Emma Stone rocks a light mint gown at Oscars 2024 (Instagram/@officiallyemmastone)
Emma Stone won the Best Actress for 'Poor Things' at 2024 Oscars (Instagram/@officiallyemmastone)

However, Stone's acceptance speech soon became the highlight of the evening, as she used the global platform to pay a heartfelt tribute to her fellow nominee, Gladstone, in a display of humility and admiration that captivated audiences worldwide and sparked a viral sensation on social media.

Lily Gladstone (Photo by John Shearer/WireImage)
Emma Stone gave a shout out to Lily Gladstone in touching speech at 2024 Oscars (John Shearer/WireImage)

Emma Stone praises Lily Gladstone during Oscars acceptance speech

Amid thunderous applause, Stone gracefully took the stage with her dress momentarily malfunctioning, adding a humorous touch to the emotional moment.

With tears welling up in her eyes, she expressed her profound admiration for Gladstone, stating, "I share this with you. I am in awe of you. And it's been such an honor to do all this together; I hope we get to do more together."


 
 
 
 
 
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Stone's acceptance speech was a poignant celebration of the collaborative nature of filmmaking. She emphasized that her win was not solely about her performance but a testament to the collective efforts of the entire cast and crew.

"It's not about me," she said. "It's about a team that came together to make something greater than the sum of its parts. And that is the best part about making movies, is all of us together," she added.

Her gratitude extended to director Yorgos Lanthimos, whom she thanked for "the gift of a lifetime and Bella Baxter," the role that earned her the coveted Oscar.

HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 10: Emma Stone, winner of the Best Actress in a Leading Role award for “Poor Things”, onstage in the press room at the 96th Annual Academy Awards at Ovation Hollywood on March 10, 2024 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic)
Emma Stone poses for her Best Actress Oscar (Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic)

Emma Stone's performance in 'Poor Things' bags her second Oscar

'Poor Things' earned nominations in 11 categories at this year's Oscars, including recognition for Mark Ruffalo's performance and a chance at the coveted Best Picture award.


 
 
 
 
 
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As of the weekend preceding the ceremony, the film had become the highest-grossing limited release of 2023, amassing an impressive $105 million and marking a milestone as Lanthimos' most commercially successful film.

Stone's performance in 'Poor Things' secures her second Oscar, her first being for her role in 'La La Land' in 2017. The acclaimed actress had previously received nominations for 'The Favourite' in 2019 and 'Birdman' in 2015.

She emerged victorious in the Best Actress category, surpassing competitors Annette Bening (Nyad), Gladstone (Killers of the Flower Moon), Sandra Hüller (Anatomy of a Fall), and Carey Mulligan (Maestro).

Internet applauds Emma Stone for gracious gesture during 2024 Oscars

Stone's gracious gesture quickly became a viral sensation, with social media platforms erupting in praise for her authenticity and class. One enthusiastic X user exclaimed, "Emma is very nice person."



 

Another user echoed this sentiment, stating, "I love how genuine she is." A third user shared their affection, writing, "I love her so much." Another admirer commended Stone's acting prowess, simply stating, "What an actress."



 



 



 

A fifth user expressed their admiration, saying, "Emma is very wonderful," while a sixth user encapsulated the general sentiment with the heartfelt statement, "Emma Stone is adorable."



 



 

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