At this year’s Oscars, Conan O’Brien lit up the stage with his signature humor, taking a playful jab at Netflix’s CEO, Ted Sarandos. Right out of the gate with his opening monologue, Conan teased that it was Sarandos’s first time stepping into a theater, a nod to the CEO’s streaming-heavy habits. The audience roared with laughter as Conan imagined Sarandos grappling with the sight of so many people gathered for a live show instead of cozied up at home binge-watching Netflix.
Sarandos took the jokes in stride, chuckling along with everyone else and proving that he’s got a good sense of humor about being the target of such a high-profile roast. Highlighting the light-hearted atmosphere, the Oscars also showcased several Netflix films that received nominations, including“Frankenstein”and the intriguingly titled“KPop Demon Hunters.”With a night blending comedy and celebration, it was a memorable moment in Hollywood’s yearly spotlight. Could this funny moment change the way CEOs approach events in the future?
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