With a lead-in that included a sentimental tribute to fire-ravaged Los Angeles and then Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo performing several showstoppers from Wicked, “four-time Oscar viewer” Conan O’Brien made his Oscar hosting debut tonight with a lot to prove. And what better way than to emerge Substance -like from Demi Moore?

And as expected he delivered some big swings with his jokes, most notably calling out Emilia Perez star Karla Sofía Gascón to her face during the monologue. For those less aware, Gascón came under fire recently after social media posts with racist remarks resurfaced.

The Academy Awards are regarded as Hollywood's biggest night as celebrities come together to celebrate the best movies of the year.