Oscars 2024: A look at biggest Academy Award controversies

By Editorji News Desk
Published on | Mar 10, 2024

Will Smith's Oscars Slap

In arguably the biggest scandal, Will Smith took to the stage and slapped presenter Chris Rock over a joke about his wife, Jada Pinkett Smith.

Envelope-gate

In 2017, La La Land was declared the winner of Best Picture instead of 'Moonlight' after an accidental envelope swap.

Marlon Brando's Award Refusal

In 1973, legendary actor Marlon Brando refused to accept the award, sending Native American actress Sacheen Littlefeather in his place.

Adrien Brody Kisses Halle Berry

During the 2003 Oscars, Adrien Brody grabbed presenter Halle Berry and gave her a passionate kiss without seeking her consent.

#OscarsSoWhite

When white nominees dominated the nominations at Oscars 20215, the hashtag #OscarsSoWhite went viral on Twitter.

James Franco and Anne Hathaway's Hosting

Anne Hathaway and James Franco were trolled right, left and centre for doing an alleged terrible job as hosts at the 2011 Oscars.

Angelina Jolie's Brotherly Love

Angelina Jolie's a little too much public display of affection for her brother, James Haven, during the 2000 Oscars, grabbed many eyeballs.