Sean Baker thanks Quentin Tarantino for special Mikey Madison connection in Best Director Oscar win
Sean Baker shouted out Quentin Tarantino in person on the Oscars stage for their Mikey Madison connection after winning Best Director for 'Anora.'

Sean Baker, Mikey Madison and Anora

Sean Baker and Mikey Madison React to ‘Anora' Oscars Sweep: ‘It Means We're Doing Something Right'
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Mikey Madison wins Oscar for best actress for ‘Anora’ from N.J.’s Sean Baker
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NEWS OF THE WEEK: Mikey Madison reveals most unexpected texts she received after Oscars win
The 25-year-old star scooped the Best Actress award at the 2025 ceremony on Sunday night for her lead role as Anora 'Ani' Mikheeva in Sean Baker's Anora, which won a slew of other awards including Best Director and Best Picture.
‘Anora’ Takes Best Picture Oscar As Sean Baker Wins Four To Tie Record; Lead Acting Prizes To Mikey Madison & Adrien Brody: Full List
Refresh for updates… The 97th Academy Awards are being handed out at the the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, and Deadline is posting the winners live as they are announced. Check back often and see the list below.