Viewers Call Out Adrien Brody for the ‘Disrespectful’ Act Toward His Partner at the 2025 Oscars – Video

Brody attended the prestigious event in a dapper black suit, crisp white dress shirt, and bow tie. Adding a touch of flair to his ensemble, the actor completed the look with a silver bird-shaped brooch on one side of his suit jacket.

Standing beside him, Chapman exuded timeless elegance in a form-fitting, black velvet gown that hugged her figure and flared into a soft mermaid silhouette.

The off-the-shoulder design was elevated by intricate beaded detailing on the bust area, adding a hint of shimmer to the otherwise sleek look.

With her hair styled in soft waves, makeup emphasizing her luminous complexion, and earrings that matched Brody’s brooch, Chapman’s red carpet presence effortlessly complemented her beau’s polished appearance.

While Brody’s victory at the Oscars was an undeniably momentous career milestone, it was his action in the moments before his acceptance that set social media ablaze.

As shown in video footage shared by the New York Post, the actor initially basked in the crowd’s applause. He blew kisses and offered gestures of gratitude to the audience as they rose to their feet to applaud him.

However, as he made his way up the steps toward the stage, Brody seemed to realize he still had a piece of gum in his mouth.

In a move that left many viewers stunned, he turned back, removed the gum, and tossed it toward Chapman—who quickly stepped forward to try and catch the unexpected item.

Despite her efforts, Chapman missed the catch, as she was seen glancing down toward the floor in search of it while Brody resumed his walk to the stage.

There, he was greeted with a warm smile and a congratulatory hug from fellow film icon Cillian Murphy before the clip ended.

Many social media users who saw the video and footage from other media outlets called Brody out and chastised him.

“Adrien Brody is so gross to me now like ewww what was that [sic],” remarked an X user, while another declared, “Adrien Brody is becoming the most hated man this evening. Kissing a random woman and tossing his gum to his partner is such a low class [sic] act.”

Others questioned why the actor chose such a public and awkward way to dispose of his gum, with one person asking, “Why not swallow it discretely? So tacky.”

Someone else stated, “the [sic] disrespect he showed for her today is unfathomable.” Agreeing, a netizen echoed, “So disrespectful 😂.”

Mixing sarcasm into the discussion, an X user dubbed the widely berated moment as a “highlight” of the event. Another person emphasized how much class the entire moment lacked, while someone else pointed out how peculiar the instance was.

Another commenter summarized the frustration many felt, highlighting how Brody had disrespected Chapman twice—once with his gum and the other time with the kiss he shared with a famous actress. However, they still congratulated Brody on his win.

Despite the viral moment with Chapman drawing much attention, Brody’s night was also marked by a significant professional achievement. He took home the Oscar for Best Actor for his powerful performance in “The Brutalist.”

The win placed him at the top of a fiercely competitive category, besting fellow nominees Timothée Chalamet, Sebastian Stan, Ralph Fiennes, and Colman Domingo.

After Murphy announced his name, Brody rose to his feet and embraced Chapman with a passionate kiss before sharing hugs with nearby attendees. As the crowd erupted into applause, Brody made his way to the stage, where Murphy stood ready to hand over the coveted award.

In his acceptance speech, Brody began by expressing his gratitude for the “tremendous outpouring of love” he had felt and humbly reflected on the fragile nature of an acting career.

“It looks very glamorous, and certain moments it is,” he said, before adding that receiving the award allowed him to gain “some perspective” on how quickly opportunities can come and go.

The Oscar marked Brody’s second win, following his first victory for “The Pianist,” a fact highlighted by a voice-over during the ceremony. Brody acknowledged his fellow nominees, calling them “wonderful human beings who exude grace and goodness and brilliance with their work.”

He also took a heartfelt moment to thank his partner, Chapman, saying she had “reinvigorated my own self-worth” and given him a renewed sense of values. This statement stood in sharp contrast to the gum incident that had just unfolded moments earlier.

Brody also extended his appreciation to Chapman’s children, acknowledging the “roller coaster” their blended family had endured and thanking them for accepting him into their lives.

“Popsy’s coming home a winner,” he quipped, earning affectionate laughter from the audience. As Brody’s speech ran long, the orchestra began playing the customary music to signal him to wrap up. However, the actor wasn’t ready to leave just yet.

With a playful grin, he addressed the interruption head-on. “Please, please, I’m wrapping up—I’ve done this before!” he expressed, reminding everyone that this was not his first trip to the Oscars stage.

The humorous exchange drew chuckles from the crowd before Adrien Brody brought his speech to a close with a poignant message, “Let’s fight for what’s right, keep smiling, keep loving one another, and let’s rebuild together.”

From sparking major backlash online for throwing his gum at Chapman to emerging as one of the winners during the evening, the Oscars shaped up to be a pretty big event for Brody.

Not only did social media users criticize him for the gum debacle but they also had much to say about the passionate kiss he and fellow A-lister Halle Berry shared on the red carpet.

As Berry interrupted a red carpet interview Brody engaged in with reporters, she turned to Chapman, and said, “I’m sorry, Georgina, but I’ve gotta do it.”

The actress then wrapped an arm around Brody’s neck, gripped his shoulder, and kissed him. Onlookers reacted with a mix of shock and excitement, cheering as Brody quickly embraced Berry to play along.

Berry’s bold move ignited a heated debate online. One person criticized the moment, writing, “Of course a certain group of women don’t have a problem with this. It’s disrespectful.”

Another called it “inappropriate and standard in Hollyweird.” Some, however, saw the humor in it, with one commenter pointing out how “crazy” the moment was with a laughing emoji.

The online debate intensified as more reactions flooded in. One viewer questioned the timing and setting of the kiss, arguing that it was inappropriate given that Brody’s partner was present.

The same person then asked, “How would you feel if somebody did that to you? You know that’s messed up.” Another echoed the sentiment, writing, “In front of his other half? He’s crazy or she’s laughing in anger.”

Others found the moment uncomfortable, describing it as “awkward” and “strange.” One user was more direct, stating, “I think that was rude and disrespectful to his girlfriend.” Another added, “Super cringe, especially with his girlfriend standing right there. Bet she didn’t appreciate that.”

While some saw the kiss as a lighthearted throwback, these reactions made it clear that not everyone viewed it the same way.

For Berry, the kiss was all in good fun. She joked that it was “payback” for Brody’s infamous move at the 2003 Oscars. “I’ve been dying to pay him back for 22 years. Now I got a chance to pay him back on his big night,” she reflected.

Although Brody appeared momentarily surprised, he didn’t seem to mind. He grinned at Berry and embraced her again as his partner, Chapman, clapped.

The two first made headlines at the Oscars over two decades ago. In 2003, Berry took the stage to present the Best Actor award. After announcing Brody as the winner, she was met with an unexpected response.

As Brody arrived on stage, he swept Berry into a deep kiss, holding onto her for several seconds before finally letting go. “I bet they didn’t tell you that was in the gift bag,” he quipped before beginning his speech.

Berry, visibly stunned, wiped her mouth as the cameras rolled, making the instance one of the ceremony’s most unforgettable moments.

Two decades later, the actress got her revenge. Her playful gesture may have sparked debate, but for Berry, it was nothing more than a lighthearted nod to their shared Oscars history.

Despite the online debate, Brody’s longtime partner, fashion designer Chapman, didn’t seem fazed by the moment. In fact, she took it all in stride.

When asked about the kiss, she responded with a laugh, “How can you deny a man a kiss with Halle Berry?” When reminded that Berry had said she was fine with it, Chapman playfully added, “He was more than fine.”

Chapman and Brody have been together for years, with their romance first going public at the Tribeca Festival in June 2021. However, the two initially connected at a party in 2019.

In 2023, an insider told US Weekly that Brody is “the most supportive partner” to Chapman. They added, “He’s never judged her for past relationships and is always empathetic and caring.”

The source also praised Brody’s bond with Chapman’s children, calling him “amazing” and a “positive light.” With Chapman showing no signs of concern over the Oscars moment, it seems the couple took the viral kiss in stride—unlike some of the more vocal online critics.