The Oscars 2025 awards ceremony became the focus of global attention when Richard Gere, a veteran Hollywood star, suddenly publicly criticized Elon Musk right on the stage. In a dramatic moment, Gere called Musk a “bastard,” referring to the controversial and influential speeches of this technology billionaire in society. This statement not only made the auditorium quiet but also made the audience around the world unable to take their eyes off the screen. But what really made people dumbfounded was the instant reaction of Musk, who was also present at the event.
Immediately after Gere’s attack, the camera captured Musk, sitting in the audience seats, stood up and responded with a short but sharp sentence: “At least I create something, what about you?” This answer immediately caused a laugh and whisper in the auditorium, turning the tense situation into an unforgettable response. Not stopping there, Musk then went to X to continue counterattacking, wrote that “Hollywood is living in the past” and Gere “should find something useful to do.” The post quickly attracted millions of interactions, exploding on social networks.
This incident seems to originate from the previous conflicts between the two. Gere, a person who actively supports human rights issues, criticized Musk for the Twitter management and the controversial policies of Tesla. Musk, meanwhile, with a style that is not afraid to collide, often mock the entertainment world that he thinks is “far away from reality.” The clash at Oscars is only the peak of tension for a long time.
Gere fans said that he bravely expressed the thoughts of many people in the industry, while Musk supporters considered this as a unprofessional action, worsening the image of a prestigious event. In any case, the incident has turned Oscars 2025 into one of the most memorable nights in history, not only for art but also for the top drama. While Gere kept silent after the event, Musk continued to stir the public opinion, leaving a big question: Will Hollywood and Silicon Valley have ever been in harmony?
