Guess who graced the Oscars red carpet with her timeless style? It's Meg Ryan ! Yes the queen of rom-coms herself made a rare appearance at the 2025 Academy Awards and she did not disappoint. Let's dive into her stunning look her upcoming projects and why we are still totally in love with Meg Ryan.
Red Hot Return: Meg Ryan's Wine-Colored Velvet Gown Steals the Show at Oscars 2025
Meg Ryan knows how to do red carpet glam even if she doesn't do it often. For the 97th Oscars she chose a strapless red-wine velvet gown. This dress was pure elegance. It showed just a hint of skin with its strapless design. The daring thigh-high slit also gave a peek at her towering Platform heels . Platform heels were definitely a trend at this year's Oscars and Meg nailed it.
Her overall look gave off a sultry yet classic vibe. Her makeup was rosy with blush and a glossy berry lip. And of course she rocked her signature crimped blonde hairstyle. It was total "Meg Ryan Fall" aesthetic come to life. Think cozy autumnal vibes just like her iconic movies . This whole ensemble just screamed timeless Hollywood chic.
From Vanity Fair to the Met Gala: Meg Ryan's Consistent Red Carpet Star Power Through the Years

Even though Meg Ryan red carpet appearance s are rare they are always memorable. Think back to the Vanity Fair Oscar party last year. She wore a metallic floral gown then. That blush dress had silver and gold flowers all over it. She paired it with jewelry and soft waves in her hair. Again totally elegant and stylish.
And who could forget her Met Gala appearance in 2024? It was her first Met Gala in 20 years! She wore a sheer black Michael Kors mermaid gown with sparkling floral details. The theme was "Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion" and Meg definitely reawakened red carpet style with her classic yet modern look. Whether it is a floral gown a sparkly black dress or a red velvet number Meg Ryan always brings her A-game to the red carpet.
Back with Billy Crystal? Teasing a Reunion That Has Rom-Com Fans Excited

Meg Ryan and Billy Crystal Reunite for Something "Iconic" - Could "When Harry Met Sally 2" Be Real?

Hold on rom-com fans because this is big. Meg Ryan recently hinted at a new project with her When Harry Met Sally... co-star Billy Crystal! She posted a photo on Instagram that sent everyone into a frenzy. In the picture Billy Crystal is wearing a sweater just like Harry's iconic one from the movie. Meg's outfit also looks very Sally-esque. The set even resembles the interview scenes from the film.
Meg Ryan captioned the photo "It’s finally happening we’re reuniting for something iconic. Can’t wait to show you all soon." Billy Crystal also posted the same picture on his very first Instagram post ever! Fans went wild in the comments wondering what this surprise could be. Could it be a sequel? A reunion special? Whatever it is we are here for it.
When Harry Met Sally... is a rom-com classic. It was written by Nora Ephron and directed by Rob Reiner and also starred Carrie Fisher and Bruno Kirby. Both Meg and Billy got Golden Globe nominations for their roles and Nora Ephron's screenplay was nominated for an Oscar. The movie is beloved by so many and the idea of Meg and Billy reuniting for anything is super exciting.
Listing of Meg Ryan's Notable Platform Heel Moments at Oscars 2025 and Beyond
- Oscars 2025: Towering black platform heels paired with her red velvet thigh-high slit gown.
- Vanity Fair Oscar Party 2024: Platform heels likely hidden under her metallic floral peplum gown but adding height and elegance.
- Met Gala 2024: While dress details are the focus platform heels are a staple for red carpet events offering both height and stability.
Meg Ryan: Rom-Com Royalty Red Carpet Queen and Still Making Us Swoon
Meg Ryan's Oscars appearance reminded us why we love her so much. She is a rom-com icon a style queen and always keeps it classy and fun. Whether she is stunning in a red velvet gown teasing a reunion with Billy Crystal or just gracing the red carpet with her presence Meg Ryan is still captivating audiences. We cannot wait to see what "iconic" project she and Billy Crystal are working on and we are always ready for more Meg Ryan red carpet moments. She is and always will be rom-com royalty in our hearts.