Oscars viewers applaud ‘relatable’ Jeff Goldblum after spotting what he was looking at on phone

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By Michelle H

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Jeff Goldblum brought his signature charm to the 97th Academy Awards, proving once again why he's a fan favorite.

The Hollywood icon, known for his roles in Jurassic Park and The Grand Budapest Hotel, turned heads on the red carpet at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles alongside his wife, Emilie Livingston.

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Goldblum, 71, rocked a cream-colored suit jacket over a floral shirt, accessorized with a lilac scarf and bowtie. Meanwhile, Livingston, 40, stunned in a dazzling metallic gown adorned with floral patterns. But it wasn’t just their stylish appearance that caught attention—Goldblum was also spotted doing something that had fans calling him “so relatable.”

Checking Out His Own Red Carpet Pics

While waiting for the ceremony to begin, Goldblum was seen scrolling through Instagram, checking out his own red carpet photos. The moment, captured by cameras, quickly made its way online, sparking a wave of amused reactions.

One person commented, "Aww cute ... very relatable," while another added, "You know damn well we would all want to see our red carpet pics too!" The moment served as a reminder that even Hollywood legends can’t resist seeing how they looked in front of the cameras.

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Excitement for Wicked and Oscar Nostalgia

During an interview with ABC’s On the Red Carpet, Goldblum spoke about his role in the highly anticipated Wicked movie, where he plays the Wizard of Oz. He praised his co-stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, calling them "unbelievably fantastic and incomparable," and credited director Jon M. Chu for making "a fantastic movie."

Goldblum also reflected on what it meant to be at the Oscars again, saying, "It always feels like the first time for me." He added that experiencing the night with his wife made it even more special.

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Teasing Wicked: For Good

With Wicked already creating buzz, Goldblum teased the upcoming sequel, Wicked: For Good, hinting at its emotional impact. He shared, "Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, Elphaba and Glinda, oh my gosh, will further thrill you and chill you and devastate you, yes."


When asked if he plays a bigger role in the sequel, Goldblum coyly replied, "I don’t want to be a tattletale or a spoiler. Well, I do something in it. I may be tuneful."

From his effortlessly cool fashion choices to his social media habits, Goldblum’s Oscars night only solidified his reputation as one of Hollywood’s most beloved and charming figures.

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