The Oscars: A Night of Glamour and Surprises
As one of the most anticipated events in the global entertainment industry, the Oscars never fails to deliver a blend of glitz, glamour, and surprises. The 2024 Academy Awards, hosted by Jimmy Kimmel, was no exception. The event was replete with rousing performances, emotional speeches, and awe-inspiring fashion statements.
However, as the event progressed into the late hours, a familiar political undertone made its way into the proceedings.
Kimmel’s Unexpected Announcement
In his fourth stint as the Oscar host, Kimmel took everyone by surprise when he pulled out his phone on stage during his closing remarks. “I’m really proud of something,” he began, garnering the attention of the star-studded audience, “I was wondering if I could share it with you.”
Trump’s Social Media Post
Kimmel proceeded to read aloud a social media post that criticized his performance as the Oscar host. The post included phrases like “less than average person trying too hard” and suggested replacing him with another ABC talent, misspelling the name of George Stephanopoulos in the process.
Though the post ended with the familiar “Make America Great Again,” the author’s identity was not immediately revealed, adding to the suspense.
Kimmel’s Witty Comeback
After reading the post to the amused audience, Kimmel asked them to guess the author. There was a ripple of laughter across the room as he revealed it was a post from former President Donald Trump on his social media platform, Truth Social.
“And, thank you, President Trump,” Kimmel said, the room filled with laughter, “Thank you for watching, I’m surprised you’re still up, isn’t it past your jail time?”
This witty comeback to Trump’s criticism was met with cheers and applause, turning the unexpected political interlude into a humorous highlight of the night.
The 2024 Oscars: A Trump-Free Evening
Despite Kimmel’s witty retort to Trump’s criticism, the 2024 Oscars was largely a Trump-free evening. Politics, however, played a significant role, with many attendees sporting red pins as a symbol of support for a ceasefire in Gaza.
The Impact of Politics on the Oscars
The ongoing conflict in Gaza even caused some disruption at the Oscars, with protests around the Kodak Theater causing a late start to the ceremony.
Jonathan Glazer, director of “The Zone of Interest,” also brought attention to the Middle East conflict during his acceptance speech for the best international feature. He drew parallels between the violence in the region and the message of his Holocaust drama.
Kimmel’s Fourth Stint as Oscars Host
The 2024 Oscars marked Kimmel’s fourth time hosting the prestigious event. Despite the criticism from Trump, Kimmel’s hosting was generally well-received, his quick wit and humorous banter adding a light-hearted charm to the event.
Conclusion
In the world of entertainment and politics, it’s not uncommon for criticisms to fly and feathers to be ruffled. It’s how those on the receiving end handle it that often makes the difference. In the case of Jimmy Kimmel at the 2024 Oscars, his humorous retort to former President Donald Trump’s criticism was a testament to his quick wit and charm, turning a potential controversy into a memorable highlight of the night.
-Daisy