The Hollywood community is in turmoil after Whoopi Goldberg, one of the most famous figures in the entertainment industry, faced serious consequences for the controversial speech at the 2025 Academy Awards. At the time of the live broadcast, Goldberg publicly criticized Elon Musk, calling him “disdained” on the right when referring to his contributions in the field of technology and entertainment. This statement immediately caused a wave of reaction, not only from the audience but also from the business partners of the famous actress and host.
Just a few days after the event, news spread that Goldberg lost as many as 5 major contracts with major brands and film producers. Insiders say that these companies do not want to be associated with the controversial image he has created, especially when Musk remains a major influential figure in many fields. The financial consequences are even more serious when it is estimated that almost half of Goldberg’s total assets have “evaporated” due to the relevant stock value and affected investments. This is considered one of the biggest shocks of his career.
On social media, fans and critics were divided into two distinct sides. Some defend Goldberg, saying that she has the right to freedom of speech and is only expressing her personal opinion. Meanwhile, the opposition argues that publicity for an individual like Musk on a prestigious stage is an unprofessional act, leading to the price to pay being completely worthy. Musk, who is famous for his strong comments, briefly responded on X: “I don’t need recognition from those who don’t understand the value of innovation.” This statement raises the debate on the relationship between entertainment and multi-billion dollar technology.
Currently, Goldberg has not made an official comment following the incident. However, analysts predict that it may take a long time for her career to recover, if not to face the risk of relegation. The 2025 Oscars, which is expected to be the venue for honoring art, has become the focus of one of the biggest scandals of the year, with the name Whoopi Goldberg at the center of the storm of public opinion.
