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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Maria Sherman

Oscars' choreographer Mandy Moore on 'Wicked' opening, Quincy Jones and that salute to James Bond

97th Academy Awards - Show - (Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP)

Mandy Moore’s choreography for Ryan Gosling’s performance of “I’m Just Ken” at last years’ Academy Awards stole the show. This year, she aimed to once again “make something that makes people feel,” she told The Associated Press over the phone ahead of the Oscars.

The a-list choreographer whose credits include Taylor Swift’s monumental “Eras Tour,” had a real challenge for the 2025 Oscars. The original song nominees would not perform. But under her stewardship, the quality of the performances would not wane.

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