Adam Sandler’s fashion sense, or lack thereof, gained even more attention at the Oscars on Sunday when host Conan O’Brien playfully mocked his laid-back attire during one of the night’s comedic segments.
O’Brien, hosting his first Oscars, addressed the audience, stating, “For such a prestigious night, it’s crucial that everyone is dressed appropriately.”
He pointedly asked, “Adam,” as the camera focused on the “Uncut Gems” star, who was seated in the audience wearing his signature colorful hoodie, long gym shorts, socks, and sneakers, “What are you wearing?”
Sandler initially feigned ignorance before appearing to grow increasingly irritated as O’Brien teased him, saying, “You look like a guy playing video poker at 2 a.m.”
Sandler retorted, “I like the way I look. Because I’m a good person; I don’t care about what I wear or don’t wear. Does my snazzy gym shorts and fluffy sweatshirt offend you so much that you had to mock me in front of my peers?”
Eventually, he stood up to leave, inviting the audience to join him for a game of “five-on-five basketball” later.
Finally, spotting Best Actor nominee Timothée Chalamet, he exclaimed, “Chalamet!” and embraced the “A Complete Unknown” star.
Mission accomplished, securing audience applause, Sandler ran out the back of the theater with his arms raised as O’Brien waved him off from the stage.
The moment quickly went viral on social media, garnering millions of views on X and YouTube.
Sandler’s quirky dad-style clothing has transformed him into an unexpected fashion icon and earned him a devoted Gen Z fanbase, with many documenting their favorite examples of his outfits on TikTok.
