The actress who played the role of her life in the film "Substance" (2024) is deeply disappointed by the loss. She was nominated for an Oscar in the Best Actress category, but the statuette went to Mikey Madison from "Anora" (2024).
According to Pagesix, Demi is "heartbroken" over the results. When the winner was announced, she smiled through gritted teeth and placed her hands over her heart.
Her state at that moment was assessed by lip reader Nicola Hickling. She told the popular publication DailyMail that Moore "forced" herself to react positively to Mikey's victory:
Nicola HicklingDemi says 'fine,' but she doesn't smile when she says it. Her body almost nods as if she had to force herself to say it.
Demi Moore Breaks Her Silence
A day after the Oscars, Moore broke her silence for the first time and published an emotional post on her Instagram page. She expressed gratitude to the people she worked with on "Substance" and also addressed her competitor:Demi MooreAs this awards season comes to a close, I am so overwhelmed with gratitude for this journey. It has been a journey of a lifetime, and we're just getting started! And huge congratulations to Mikey Madison — I can't wait to see what you do next.
What Social Media Thinks About Demi Moore's Loss
After the ceremony, debates erupted on social media. Many felt that Moore was "robbed," calling the situation one of the most controversial decisions by the Academy jury.
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@demimoore
The user "X" with the nickname jordanvaldezzzz commented on the actress's loss:
jordanvaldezzzzMikey Madison didn't deserve this award. Demi not winning the Oscar for Best Actress in 'Substance' will go down in history as one of the biggest Oscar fails.
Opinion
Demi Moore undeniably demonstrated a high level of acting skill in "Substance," and her words that "it's just the beginning" are well justified."Substance" marked a bright return for Moore to the big screen in a major role, showing her readiness for bold experiments and complex roles. This film might be a springboard for new exciting projects that could possibly bring her the coveted award.Reviewer reelreviewsandrecommendations from 'Imdb'Demi Moore plays Sparkle and is astonishingly convincing. She gives it her all, holding nothing back — both literally and figuratively. There are parallels between her and the character that only enhance the narrative's impact and the power of her performance. It's a bold performance, devoid of vanity, and possibly her best work to date.
Do you think Demi Moore truly deserved the statuette more than Mikey Madison?
Previously, we at zoomboola.com gave a detailed account of the main triumph of "Oscar-2025" — the film "Anora," which won five statuettes.