Emma Stone’s Oscars Mishap: Wardrobe Malfunction Blamed on Ryan Gosling’s ‘Ken’ Performance

Emma Stone’s triumphant moment at the Oscars was not without its share of drama as she suffered a wardrobe malfunction while accepting the award for Best Actress at the 96th Academy Awards. The mishap occurred as she made her way to the stage, prompting the star to blame none other than her “La La Land” co-star Ryan Gosling.

The incident unfolded as Stone ascended the stage to receive her well-deserved accolade, donning a stunning strapless Louis Vuitton gown. However, her graceful entrance was marred by a zipper malfunction at the back of her dress, which she humorously attributed to Gosling’s electrifying performance of his “Barbie” hit earlier in the show.

🚨 BREAKING: EMMA STONE WINS BEST ACTRESS AND HAS A WARDROBE MALFUNCTION pic.twitter.com/5gxnme0VU5

— Mario Nawfal (@MarioNawfal) March 11, 2024

Addressing the audience, Stone quipped, “My dress is broken; I think it happened during ‘I’m just Ken,'” referring to Gosling’s musical number. Despite the unexpected wardrobe mishap, Stone remained composed and delivered an emotional acceptance speech, showcasing her professionalism and poise.

Before delving into her heartfelt remarks, Stone shared her preoccupation with the possibility of a wardrobe malfunction, acknowledging the inherent risks of wearing an elaborate gown. However, she gracefully brushed off the incident and proceeded to express her gratitude and appreciation for the prestigious award.

Stone’s choice of attire for the evening was a peplum-adorned mint green gown by Louis Vuitton, a nod to the “sorbet theme” of her costumes in the film “Poor Things.” E! News correspondent Zanna Roberts Rassi noted that the ensemble also paid homage to Stone’s previous red carpet looks at the Golden Globes and the SAG Awards.

Despite the wardrobe malfunction, Emma Stone’s stunning 30-carat yellow diamond choker remained securely in place, adding a touch of elegance to her ensemble. However, the actress humorously cautioned the audience not to look at the back of her dress as she exited the stage.

Emma Stone’s wardrobe mishap was not the only memorable moment of the evening, as wrestler-turned-actor John Cena also made a splash with his humorous antics. Cena jokingly appeared on stage without any clothes while presenting the award for Best Costume Design, adding a lighthearted touch to the prestigious event.

Its unfortunate but it's great that she won Best Actress. Hopefully, it didn't overshadow her achievement

— ZAQ RIDER (@zaqrider) March 11, 2024

Following the incident, netizens took to Twitter to express their support for Stone and congratulate her on her well-deserved win. Despite the wardrobe malfunction, users commended Stone for her professionalism and resilience, emphasizing that her achievement as Best Actress should not be overshadowed by the mishap.

Well deserved 👏 btw she looks stunning 😍

— MrDwin 👨‍🎨 🇺🇸 🇬🇭 (@MrDwein) March 11, 2024

As one user aptly put it, “It’s unfortunate, but it’s great that she won Best Actress. Hopefully, it didn’t overshadow her achievement.” Others echoed similar sentiments, praising Stone for her stellar performance and impeccable style on the red carpet.

Wow, winning Best Actress is a huge achievement! Hopefully, Emma Stone's wardrobe malfunction didn't overshadow her well-deserved moment of recognition. #CongratulationsEmmaStone #BestActress #Oscars2024

— Arvind Vaghela (@arviendvaghela) March 11, 2024

It wasn’t a big deal. Her dress stayed in shape still. She made a big deal out of it

— Shohreh Rezaie (@shohreh_rezaie) March 11, 2024

In the end, Emma Stone’s wardrobe malfunction served as a moment of levity in an otherwise glamorous evening, highlighting the unpredictability of live events and the grace with which celebrities handle unexpected challenges.

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