At the 2025 Oscars, Demi Moore lost the Best Actress award to Mikey Madison, despite being a favorite for her acclaimed role in The Substance. Moore, who played a Hollywood actress-turned-fitness guru, was seen clapping stiffly when Madison’s name was announced.

Lip Reader’s Insight

A lip reader, Nicola Hickling, revealed that Moore muttered “Nice,” but with a tense body language. “Her body is almost nodding like she had to force herself to say it,” Hickling observed. The actress’ expression and gesture indicated she was trying to be polite but was clearly disappointed.

The Role and Recognition

Moore’s performance in The Substance received widespread praise, highlighting her ability to tackle complex themes of aging, addiction, and the pressures on women in Hollywood. Despite not winning, Moore earned accolades like the Golden Globe and Critics’ Choice Award for her role.

Madison’s Win

Mikey Madison, who won Best Actress, gave an emotional speech, thanking her fellow nominees and dedicating her win to the “sex worker community.” Fans felt Moore’s performance was overlooked, with some claiming she was “robbed.”