The Laruan2025 Oscars were already shaping up to be a night of unforgettable performances (hello, Wicked!) and stunning surprises, but no one could have predicted the electrifying James Bond tribute that would set the stage ablaze with women in blazing red dresses and dripping in diamonds.
SEE ALSO: Watch Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo open the 2025 OscarsLISA, the White Lotusstar and global K-pop sensation known for her fierce dance moves and magnetic stage presence, took her place at the center to sing "Live and Let Die," her sleek silhouette a perfect blend of elegance and intensity. Doja Cat, a chameleon in both music and style, followed, exuding her sultry power with a performance of "Diamonds Are Forever." RAYE, the British singer-songwriter whose versatility has made her one of the most exciting voices of her generation, stood poised with an emotive, soul-stirring rendition of Adele's "Skyfall."
The Substancestar Margaret Qualley also took to the stage in a striking red dress, evoking the sensual spirit of a Bond girl for an opening dance number.
Together, these four women honored the unforgettable blend of danger, glamour, and intrigue that has defined 007 for decades.
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