The 97th Academy Awards featured unforgettable moments, from viral red-carpet looks to emotional speeches, but one of the night’s biggest highlights came from Adrien Brody. Not only did he win his second Best Actor Oscar for his powerful role in The Brutalist, but he also drew attention with a sparkling diamond statement brooch, showing that men’s fashion is experiencing a new red-carpet moment. With the right blend of style, history, and heartfelt gratitude, Brody reminded Hollywood why he remains one of its most captivating stars.
Dressed in a classic black tuxedo with a clean white shirt and bow tie, Brody stayed true to timeless Hollywood elegance while letting the details do the talking. The bespoke brooch by Elsa Jin brought just the right amount of personality, drawing from the golden age of cinema while still feeling fresh on today’s red carpet. It was a reminder that the best looks aren’t always the loudest — sometimes it’s about knowing how to make one accessory carry the whole moment.
Between the Oscar gold and the red-carpet sparkle, Adrien Brody delivered one of the most memorable moments of the night, both as an actor and as a style icon.
Winning Best Actor for The Brutalist marks a major milestone in Adrien Brody’s career, placing him among a select group of performers who have won multiple Oscars in the same category. Over twenty years after his first win for The Pianist in 2003, Brody demonstrated that his on-screen presence remains captivating, delivering a performance that critics and audiences alike have praised as one of his best. His portrayal was full of intensity and subtlety, making it no surprise that it dominated awards season, with Brody also taking top honours at the BAFTAs, Critics’ Choice Awards, and Golden Globes before clinching the Oscar.
But it wasn’t just his acting that commanded attention this year. Brody has been building a reputation as the man bringing back the red-carpet brooch, turning what was once a forgotten accessory into a modern statement of elegance. His diamond-studded brooch by Elsa Jin paid homage to the glamour of the 1920s and 30s, when men weren’t afraid to embrace bold details and refined ornamentation. From the Met Gala to the Golden Globes, Brody has consistently paired his tailored looks with striking pieces, and the Oscars were no exception.
This latest choice wasn’t just an accessory — it was a conversation starter, a reminder that men’s fashion can be timeless, daring, and deeply stylish all at once. While others opted for subtle cufflinks or sleek timepieces, Brody embraced a bold vintage-inspired trend that’s quickly becoming one of the red carpet’s most talked-about style moves. And judging by the trend it sparked, it won’t be fading anytime soon.
When Brody took the stage to accept his Oscar, the room fell silent. He began by saying, “Thank you God for this blessed life. If I may just humbly begin by giving thanks for the tremendous outpouring of love that I felt from this world and every individual that has treated me with respect and appreciation.” His words carried the weight of someone who has seen the highs and lows of Hollywood and come out the other side with perspective.
Brody then added, “I feel so fortunate. Acting is a very fragile profession. It looks very glamorous and in certain moments, it is, but the one thing that I’ve gained having the privilege to come back here is to have some perspective. No matter where you are in your career, no matter what you’ve accomplished, it can all go away.” It served as a powerful reminder of both the fleeting nature of fame and the resilience needed to stay in the industry.
With two Oscars now to his name and a growing reputation as one of Hollywood’s best-dressed men, Adrien Brody has redefined what it means to be both a serious actor and a style icon. His next role, as Roman Emperor Charles V in the upcoming film Emperor, is already building anticipation, and if his recent track record is anything to go by, we can expect another powerhouse performance — likely with another head-turning look to match.
