Okay awards show watchers you know the Oscars are usually full of glitz glamor and maybe a few serious speeches. But this year June Squibb came along and dropped a joke that totally stole the show . And it involves… Bill Skarsgård ? Yep you heard that right. Get ready for some unexpected Oscar humor and a surprising vampire connection.
'Actually Bill Skarsgård': June Squibb's Hilarious Oscars Bit with Scarlett Johansson Leaves Audience in Splits
June Squibb the amazing actress from Thelma took to the stage at the 2025 Oscars with Scarlett Johansson to present the award for Best Makeup and Hairstyling. And June being June she came prepared with some seriously funny lines. While chatting with Scarlett she suddenly declared that she was actually being played by Bill Skarsgård. Bill Skarsgård! You know the guy who was Pennywise in It and is the terrifying vampire in the new Nosferatu movie.
Scarlett Johansson played along perfectly. She questioned June about it asking "Bill Skarsgård you mean the guy from Nosferatu and the clown in It?" And June without missing a beat confirmed it matter-of-factly. She even said "Oh yeah I mean half the time you see me it’s not me. It’s Bill Skarsgård. The real June Squibb is at home with a book right now." The audience went wild. It was such a random and hilarious joke especially coming from the delightful June Squibb.
Scarlett then jumped into the fun too saying that she herself was actually Andy Serkis in disguise. It was a genuinely funny and lighthearted moment during the Oscars and definitely one of the most memorable bits of the night. And guess what? The Substance ended up winning the Oscar for Best Hair and Makeup! Maybe June/Bill's joke brought them some good luck.
The Nosferatu Connection: Why Bill Skarsgård Makes June Squibb's Joke Even Funnier
So why Bill Skarsgård specifically for the joke? Well it is not just because he is known for heavy makeup transformations. There is actually a bit of a Nosferatu link here that makes it extra clever.
Bill Skarsgård is starring as the iconic vampire Count Orlok in the new remake of Nosferatu directed by Robert Eggers. And that remake is actually getting some serious Oscar buzz itself! While Bill was not nominated for acting the movie snagged four nominations for the 2025 Oscars including Best Cinematography Production Design Costume Design and Makeup and Hairstyling.
The original 1922 silent film Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror is a legendary horror classic and this remake is a big deal. So June Squibb referencing Bill Skarsgård and Nosferatu right before presenting the Makeup and Hairstyling award was a super smart and timely joke for film buffs in the know. It was a wink to another movie celebrating impressive makeup artistry.
Wismar Germany: The Real-Life City That Inspired the Nightmares of Nosferatu
Speaking of Nosferatu did you know the original movie and even the new remake are both inspired by a real place? It is a scenic German city called Wismar located on the Baltic coast. Back in 1922 director FW Murnau used Wismar's medieval streets and Gothic architecture as the backdrop for his vampire masterpiece. And now over a century later the new remake is bringing attention back to this spooky city.
Wismar is a beautiful place with red-brick buildings and cobblestone streets but it definitely has a gothic vibe that fits perfectly with the Nosferatu story. If you visit you can even find plaques marking the spots where Murnau filmed some of his most famous scenes. The city really embraces its Nosferatu legacy. They even hold events like bat walks and outdoor screenings of the movie. And with the new remake coming out Wismar is expecting even more tourists who want to walk in Count Orlok's shadowy footsteps.
June Squibb: Funny at 95 and Still Stealing the Show
Let's be real June Squibb is a legend. At 95 years old she is still working still making us laugh and still owning every room she walks into even the Dolby Theatre at the Oscars. Her Bill Skarsgård joke just proves her incredible comedic timing and her ability to connect with audiences of all ages. She is a reminder that talent and humor are ageless.
And Robert Eggers the director of the new Nosferatu? He also has a cool connection to the original film. He actually directed a stage production of Nosferatu way back in high school! He credits the silent movie as a huge inspiration throughout his career. It is pretty amazing how this 1922 horror film continues to inspire artists and even Oscar-worthy jokes a century later.
Key Facts: June Squibb Bill Skarsgård and the Nosferatu Oscar Connection
- June Squibb's Oscars Joke: She joked she was being played by Bill Skarsgård during her presentation for Best Makeup and Hairstyling.
- Bill Skarsgård's Nosferatu Role: Skarsgård stars as Count Orlok in the 2024 Nosferatu remake.
- Nosferatu Remake Oscar Nominations: The new Nosferatu received four Oscar nominations including Best Makeup and Hairstyling.
- Wismar Germany Inspiration: The German city of Wismar served as the real-life inspiration for the setting of Nosferatu.
- June Squibb's Age: June Squibb is 95 years old and still working and making audiences laugh.
- Robert Eggers' Nosferatu History: Director Robert Eggers directed a Nosferatu play in high school before making the new film.