Meg Ryan, a true fashionista, stole the spotlight at the 97th Academy Awards on March 2, making her grand return to the Oscars red carpet after an almost three-decade hiatus. Hosted by Conan O’Brien, the night witnessed Meg, the legendary star of "Sleepless in Seattle," enchant everyone in a mesmerizing gown. The 63-year-old actress donned a stunning strapless red velvet dress, featuring thigh-high slits on both sides, that clung to her figure like a second skin. Her ensemble was complemented perfectly by a pair of sleek black platform heels and a dazzling white diamond bracelet, adding a touch of elegance to her already captivating look. Meg's signature wavy bob hairstyle rounded off her red carpet perfection. (Click here to explore all the glamorous fashion moments from the 2025 Oscars red carpet.)
Later in the evening, Meg co-presented the Best Picture award alongside Billy Crystal, handing the coveted Oscar to "Anora," which triumphed over formidable competitors like "The Brutalist," "A Complete Unknown," "Conclave," "Dune: Part Two," "Emilia Pérez," "I'm Still Here," "Nickel Boys," "The Substance," and "Wicked."
Meg's last Oscars appearance was way back in 1998, when she walked the red carpet alongside her then-husband Dennis Quaid. For that event, she opted for a sophisticated long-sleeved black dress that beautifully complemented Dennis' black tuxedo and tie. The couple added a touch of mystery to their looks with matching dark sunglasses.
During the ceremony, which saw Adrien Brody claim the Best Actor trophy amidst a series of historic wins, including for "Wicked" and "Emilia Pérez," Meg shared a heartwarming off-camera moment with Best Actress nominee Demi Moore, who wore a custom silver Armani Privé dress with a breathtaking plunging neckline.
In another notable return, Meg, known for her iconic role in "When Harry Met Sally," attended her first Met Gala in two decades last year. For this fashion-centric event, she chose a shimmering black Michael Kors gown with a dramatic billowing train, perfectly aligned with the charity ball's "Garden of Time" theme. The gown was adorned with black flowers across the bodice, chest, and train, sparkling under the lights. As she walked up the steps of New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art, Meg completed her enchanting look with her signature wavy bob hairstyle.
