The 2025 Oscars were rocked by a jaw-dropping moment when Robert Downey Jr., fresh off winning Best Actor for The Brutalist, turned to Elon Musk in the crowd and called him a “Bastard” during his acceptance speech. The audience was stunned, unsure if it was a joke or a serious jab, but the tension in the room was undeniable.
Elon Musk didn’t stay quiet. He stood up, pointed at Downey, and fired back: “Try doing something about it, Tony Stark!”—a loaded remark referencing Downey’s iconic Marvel role. The crowd erupted into a mix of gasps and awkward laughter, while celebrities like Ariana Grande and Timothée Chalamet were visibly shocked. Host Conan O’Brien tried to smooth things over with humor, but the drama had already stolen the show.
Social media instantly lit up, dividing into #TeamDowney and #TeamMusk, with fans debating whether Downey was brave or out of line. Speculation grew about their feud—possibly rooted in past tech-related disagreements or Musk’s growing presence in Hollywood.
Whether it was a one-off outburst or the start of a larger feud, one thing is clear: the 2025 Oscars will be remembered not just for the awards, but for the explosive Downey vs. Musk moment.
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