Kieran Culkin's Censored Speech Highlights Oscars

Kieran Culkin won the Oscar for Best Supporting Actor for his role in 'A Real Pain,' with his acceptance speech drawing attention due to a censored portion where he praised fellow nominee Jeremy Strong. Despite Strong's initial somber reaction to losing, their embrace at the ceremony highlighted their camaraderie from their 'Succession' days. Culkin humorously referenced a promise from his wife, Jazz Charton, to have more children if he won an Oscar, resonating with audiences. He attributed his performance's success to Jesse Eisenberg's script, which required little rehearsal. Hosted by Conan O'Brien, the Oscars saw diverse social media reactions, particularly celebrating Culkin's heartfelt speech. Both actors were acknowledged for their powerful performances, with Strong's journey to the Oscars being a notable highlight.