Alright folks the 2025 Oscars red carpet was definitely buzzing and guess who stepped out looking sharp? None other than Joe Alwyn ! Yes that Joe Alwyn. He traded movie sets for the Dolby Theatre and made a solo appearance that had everyone talking. Let's dive into his Oscars moment his movie and how the internet reacted because you know they had opinions.
Red Carpet Ready: Joe Alwyn Stuns in Classic Tuxedo with a Hint of Boldness at the Academy Awards
Joe Alwyn arrived at the Oscars looking every bit the movie star. He kept it classy and timeless in a slick black tuxedo. Think crisp white dress shirt black bow tie the whole sophisticated package. But Joe being Joe he added a little something extra to his look. He sported a rather eye-catching purple and yellow jewel brooch pinned to his lapel. It was a subtle yet stylish way to stand out from the usual black tux crowd. He finished off the look with a fancy watch and a ring. Overall Joe brought that cool and collected vibe to the red carpet and looked like he was ready to own the night.
'The Brutalist' in the Spotlight: Joe Alwyn Represents Oscar-Nominated Film at Star-Studded Ceremony

Joe wasn't just there to look good though. He was there representing his movie The Brutalist. This period drama is a big deal this awards season. It snagged a whopping 10 Oscar nominations. Ten! That is pretty impressive. The Brutalist is nominated for Best Picture Best Director Best Original Screenplay and acting nods for Adrien Brody Guy Pearce and Felicity Jones. Joe plays a character named Harry Lee Van Buren the son of Guy Pearce's wealthy character in the film. While The Brutalist didn't take home all the awards just being nominated that many times is a major win and Joe was there to soak it all in and even present during the show.
Here's a list of the Oscar nominations for 'The Brutalist':
- Best Picture
- Actor in a Leading Role (Adrien Brody)
- Actor in a Supporting Role (Guy Pearce)
- Actress in a Supporting Role (Felicity Jones)
- Best Cinematography
- Best Directing
- Best Film Editing
- Best Music (Original Score)
- Best Production Design
- Best Writing (Original Screenplay)
Navigating the Spotlight Post-Split: Joe Alwyn's Public Appearance After Taylor Swift Breakup Still a Hot Topic

Of course we can't ignore the elephant in the room or should we say the Swiftie in the room. Joe's appearance at the Oscars is his latest big public moment since his very public split from Taylor Swift back in April 2023. Even though it has been almost two years people are still talking about it. The breakup and everything around it well it's still making headlines.
A year after the split Joe actually spoke out about it a bit in an interview. He talked about how tough it is to deal with the end of a long relationship especially when it suddenly becomes public and everyone has an opinion. He mentioned how he and Taylor always kept their relationship private and he doesn't see why that should change now even after they are not together anymore. He has also said he is trying to move on and focus on his own life and career. Basically Joe is trying to handle it all with as much grace as possible under a pretty intense spotlight.
Swifties Sound Off: Fan Reactions to Joe Alwyn's Oscars Red Carpet Walk Range from Praise to "Jobless" Jabs

And speaking of the internet having opinions well Taylor Swift fans aka Swifties definitely had thoughts about Joe at the Oscars. As soon as photos and videos of him on the red carpet hit social media the reactions started pouring in. Some fans were actually supportive praising his look and acknowledging his movie. But let's be real a lot of the comments were well less than kind.
Some fans couldn't resist making jokes about his career even calling him "jobless" or implying he is not a successful actor. There were some pretty harsh comments comparing his classic black tux to a "waiter's" uniform. Ouch. It seems like for some corners of the internet the breakup is still very much a raw topic and Joe is still getting some of the heat online. It just shows how intense fan culture can be especially when a high-profile relationship ends.
Holding His Head High: Joe Alwyn Focuses on Career and "Real Things" Amidst Public Scrutiny
Despite all the online chatter both positive and negative Joe Alwyn seemed unfazed on the Oscars red carpet. He held his head high smiled for the cameras and represented his movie with pride. He has spoken before about trying to ignore the "noise" and focus on what is important to him: his work his family and his friends. He seems to be doing just that. He is continuing to work on his acting career showing up at big events like the Oscars and navigating the public eye while keeping his personal life private. Love him or hate him you have to admit Joe Alwyn is handling a pretty unique situation with a certain level of composure.
'The Brutalist' Squad Goals: Joe Alwyn Joins Co-Stars Guy Pearce and More at the Academy Awards
Joe was not alone in representing The Brutalist at the Oscars. He was joined by his co-star Guy Pearce who also looked dapper in a black tux. Other cast and crew members spotted at the event included Raffey Cassidy Alessandro Nivola with his wife Emily Mortimer Stacy Martin director Brady Corbet and co-writer Mona Fastvold. It looked like a real team effort with the whole Brutalist crew coming out to celebrate their movie's Oscar recognition. For those keeping track Joe was wearing Loewe Guy was in Brunello Cucinelli Raffey in Loewe Stacy in custom Louis Vuitton Emily in Briony Raymond jewelry and Mona in Maison Boucheron jewelry. Fashion notes for anyone interested!
Joe Alwyn's Oscars Moment: A Step Forward in His Career Journey or Just Another Day in the Limelight?
So what does Joe Alwyn's Oscars appearance really mean? Is it a major turning point in his career? Is it just another day in the life of a celebrity in the spotlight? Maybe it's a bit of both. It is definitely a high-profile moment for him representing an Oscar-nominated film on one of the biggest stages in Hollywood. It keeps his name and face out there and shows he is serious about his acting career. But it also comes with the territory of fame and public interest especially given his past relationship. Regardless of what you think of Joe Alwyn he definitely made a statement at the 2025 Oscars and it will be interesting to see what he does next.