13 Photos That Prove the Oscars Audience Is Where the Real Action Is
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The Oscars were a whirlwind of glamour, laughs, tears, and, oh yeah, awards! The show is known for its rather long runtime — host Jimmy Kimmel even offered up a jet ski to the winner who had the shortest acceptance speech — and the celebrities probably needed more breaks than anyone. During those chunks of downtime, stars like Jennifer Lawrence, Meryl Streep, and Sam Rockwell all took the opportunity to mingle with their fellow A-listers. Keep reading to see some of the moments that made us wish we were there.
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Gal Gadot and Margot Robbie held hands as they made their way through the aisle.
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Jordan Peele got a hug from Daniel Kaluuya when he was announced as the best original screenplay winner for Get Out.
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Jennifer Lawrence did whatever she could to get to her seat.
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Woody Harrelson hugged his Three Billboards costar and best supporting actor winner Sam Rockwell.
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Saoirse Ronan chatted with Lady Bird director Greta Gerwig in her seat.
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Sam Rockwell whispered into Frances McDormand's ear.
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Lupita Nyong'o shook hands with Christopher Plummer.
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Jennifer Lawrence, wine in hand, chatted with Salma Hayek.
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Jennifer Lawrence also caught up with Allison Janney.
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Nicole Kidman and Meryl Streep shared a sweet moment — did they talk about Big Little Lies?
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Jennifer Lawrence reunited with her Hunger Games costar Woody Harrelson.
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Margot Robbie and Allison Janney held hands.
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