Goldie Hawn Jokes About “Not Being Able to Read” the Nominees at the 2025 Oscars, Sharing Heartfelt Moment with Andrew Garfield

As the 79-year-old Oscar winner charms the Dolby Theatre, Garfield honors her for her legacy of joy and comfort.

At the 2025 Oscars, the star-studded stage of the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles was graced not only by the luminous Goldie Hawn but also by her co-presenter, Andrew Garfield, in a heartwarming and humorous moment that had the audience both laughing and touched.

During the presentation of the Best Animated Feature category, Hawn, 79, joked that she was unable to read the nominees — a moment that added a dash of comedy to the evening. The Private Benjamin actress, known for her timeless roles in Overboard, Death Becomes Her, and The First Wives Club, playfully admitted she couldn’t read the list anymore, prompting Garfield to take the lead in announcing the winner: Flow.

However, Hawn was fully able to read the nominees for the next category they presented together: Best Animated Short Film, which was awarded to In the Shadow of the Cypress.

Though this moment was scripted as a joke, it was the warmth and emotional connection shared between Hawn and Garfield that truly resonated. Garfield, known for his roles in Hacksaw Ridge and Tick, Tick… Boom!, gave a touching tribute to Hawn before they presented the awards.

A Heartfelt Tribute

When the pair first took the stage, Garfield made it clear just how meaningful the moment was to him. With his voice filled with emotion, he shared that Hawn had brought his late mother, who passed away from pancreatic cancer in 2019, immense joy and comfort during her life.

“There’s someone, there’s a person, who gave my mother, during her life, the most joy, the most comfort,” Garfield said. “And tonight, I feel very lucky, ‘cause I get to thank that person from the bottom of my heart. That person is Goldie Hawn.”

The words moved Hawn deeply, and she responded warmly, “Thank you, sweetie. That really touches me.” Garfield, in turn, reflected on how his mother would have felt in that moment. “I can feel her smiling at us at this moment,” he said, visibly emotional.

A Legacy of Joy

Garfield continued to praise Hawn, recognizing the lasting impact of her work in Hollywood. “You’ve given us movies full of joy. You’ve lifted our spirits and made us feel that all was right with the world over and over and over again.”

For her part, Hawn reflected on her storied career in Hollywood with gratitude, recalling how fortunate she was to have been part of an era that allowed her to bring joy to audiences. “I was so lucky making movies in this amazing Hollywood and making people laugh,” she said. “And maybe some didn’t, but that’s okay.”

The beautiful exchange between the two actors highlighted not just the humor of the moment but the deep connection they shared, which transcended the spotlight. Garfield’s heartfelt words and Hawn’s grace underscored the genuine affection between them, making the evening even more memorable for everyone in the theater.

Hollywood’s Generational Bond

While Hawn is perhaps best known for her iconic roles in the 1970s and 80s, winning an Academy Award in 1970 for Cactus Flower and being nominated again in 1981 for Private Benjamin, Garfield’s respect for her legacy speaks to a beautiful cross-generational bond in the industry. Both stars are celebrated not only for their acting prowess but for the way they’ve touched lives on and off the screen.

As Hawn and Garfield presented the Oscars, their heartfelt exchange reminded the audience of the power of cinema to connect generations, evoke memories, and inspire. Their shared moment of humor, love, and mutual admiration was one of the many highlights of an unforgettable night at the 2025 Oscars.

For Hawn, it was just another opportunity to continue a legacy of joy — and for Garfield, it was a deeply personal tribute to a woman whose presence had brought light to his mother’s life during a difficult time.