Graham Moore won his first Academy Award on Sunday night. And we only have one word to describe his acceptance speech: incredible.
"When I was 16 years old, I tried to kill myself. Because I felt weird, and I felt different, and I felt like I did not belong. And now I'm standing here and so, I would like for this moment to be for that kid out there that feels like she's weird or she doesn't fit in anywhere: Yes, you do. I promise you do. You do. Stay weird. Stay different, and when it's your turn and you are standing on this stage, please pass the same message to the next person who comes along. Thank you so much. I love you guys." (Clip Courtesy A.M.P.A.S.© 2015)
Yes, Moore's speech was honest, vulnerable and inspirational. But, he was also funny. This is how he reacted when receiving his statue for Best Adapted Screenplay.
"Thank you so much to the Academy and to Oprah, um, for this." (Clip Courtesy A.M.P.A.S.© 2015)
Yes. Oprah.
Graham's speech had audience members tearing up, including Keith Urban and Julianne Moore. (Clip Courtesy A.M.P.A.S.© 2015)
Viewers at home, too. The speech sparked a huge reaction on social media, with many users saying they were moved and inspired by Moore's powerful words.
And the hashtag #stayweird was still trending on Twitter late into the night.
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