On social media, Edward Norton’s reaction to losing Best Supporting Actor at the Oscars baffled many viewers.
Edward Norton loses to Kieran Culkin
Edward Norton was nominated for Best Supporting Actor. He played Pete Seeger in “A Complete Unknown” but did not win.
Norton competedagainst Kieran Culkin and Guy Pearce. Culkin won for playing Benji Kaplan in “A Real Pain”.
Oscars viewers believe they saw his reaction after losing.
On the X platform, a viral video captured the moment showing Edward Norton’s reaction to losing Best Supporting Actor at the Oscars, quickly going viral.
The footage showed Culkin left the stage, cameras panned to the nominees. Norton appeared to say “f**k.”
While, many are convinced he muttered an expletive when the winner was announced.
Edward Norton’s reaction sparks debate among viewers
Viewers react to Norton’s response after the footage viral on social. Fans quickly noticed his reaction. Many took to social media to discuss what they saw.
One person said: A genuine reaction knowing that he is getting older, and I am sure it must take an extraordinary effort to perform at that level.
A second wrote: I was just watching the Oscars and saw Ed Norton say f**k because he lost. He is p*ssed.
While a third commented: Did Edward Norton say f**k? I felt that. Did y’all feel that?
Someone else said: There are a Lot off “viewers are concerned” going around….
Another added: Ed Norton saying f**k and it getting caught on camera is immediately iconic.
However, others also expressed sympathy for Norton after four Oscar losses.
Some fans defended Norton. They pointed out that he has now lost four Oscar nominations.
Someone said: Well, it was kinda his last shot. He has the right to be a bit salty.
Another added: An actor of his caliber deserves a win. Don’t you think?
Another user commented: He so deserved that Oscar by now.
After four losses, I’d definitely be a bit jaded. Someone said.
Angela Bassett’s past reaction resurfaces
Norton’s reaction reminded viewers of Angela Bassett. She looked disappointed when she lost in 2023.
Later she addressed the moment. She told *Town & Country* she was “gobsmacked” by the loss.
“I found it interesting that I wouldn’t be allowed to be disappointed,” she said.
Losing at the Oscars can be tough. Norton’s reaction has sparked debate.
Some believe he had every right to be upset. Others think nominees should remain composed.
Regardless, his moment became a talking point of the night.