Messi the dog was seen applauding with his paws from the audience after Robert Downey Jr. won the Oscar for Best Supporting Actor for his role in Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer.
The 7-year-old border collie from Anatomy of the Fall, dressed in his finest attire with a stylish bowtie, secured a seat in the front row at the Dolby Theater. Alongside the evening’s top human stars, Messi the dog enjoyed prime seating.
Throughout the event, viewers caught glimpses of Messi applauding for all the stars and nominees inside the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, even during pre-taped segments.
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While Messi undoubtedly captured the spotlight with his adorable presence at the Oscars, another heartwarming moment has also captured our attention.
Following Robert Downey Jr.’s receipt of the Oscar for Best Supporting Actor for his role in Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer, Messi the dog was seen applauding enthusiastically with his paws from the audience.
In response, online users shared their reactions to the furry movie star.
«They really had Messi, the dog from ‘Anatomy of a Fall,’ applauding Robert Downey Jr. after his acceptance speech lol,» one X (formerly known as Twitter) user wrote.
In the film, Messi portrays Snoop, the service dog of Milo (Milo Machado-Graner). Directed by Justine Triet and written by Triet and Arthur Harari, the movie, nominated for Best Picture, revolves around a woman who stands trial for the murder of her husband.
The 2024 Oscars also showcased the anticipated stylish attire of guests, highlighting the most elegant dresses, classy suits, and memorable fashion moments.
Man Films Himself Attempting to Be Eaten Alive by a Snake
Paul Rosolie, a seasoned conservationist and passionate advocate for the Amazon rainforest, embarked on an extraordinary and controversial mission: he attempted to be eaten alive by a giant green anaconda.
His goal? To raise global awareness about the alarming rate of deforestation and the destruction of one of the world’s most vital ecosystems.
Having spent years studying the Amazon’s rich biodiversity, Rosolie wanted to create a bold statement that would capture worldwide attention. Equipped with a custom-built carbon fiber suit designed to endure the crushing force of the snake’s coils, an integrated oxygen supply, and multiple cameras attached to document the experience, he approached the massive predator.
The entire endeavor was captured in a Discovery Channel documentary. Despite the advanced protective suit, Rosolie described the immense physical strain he endured as the snake began to constrict him. “I’m getting coils over me,” he said during the harrowing encounter. “She’s got my arms pinned. She knows there’s nothing I can do.”
As the snake tightened its grip, Rosolie’s breathing became labored, and his heart rate skyrocketed. Eventually, the monitoring team intervened and freed him from the snake’s crushing embrace before the situation became critical.
Reflecting on the experience in an article for The Guardian, Rosolie admitted feeling a mix of grim amusement and frustration over the sensationalized marketing of the documentary. The stunt sparked backlash from animal welfare groups and segments of the public, raising questions about the ethics of such an experiment.
“I was willing to try something risky and, yes, maybe ridiculous, to draw attention to a place and a species I deeply care about,” Rosolie explained. “If offering myself to a snake was the cost of bringing awareness to the Amazon’s plight, then I was prepared to pay it.”
For two intense hours, Rosolie remained trapped in the suffocating suit, experiencing the raw power of one of nature’s most formidable predators. His controversial experiment ignited global conversations about conservation, the fragility of the Amazon rainforest, and the urgent need for action.
Whether viewed as reckless or heroic, Paul Rosolie’s bold stunt undeniably succeeded in shining a spotlight on an environmental crisis that demands our immediate attention.
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