7 Best 2026 Oscars Music Moments You Didn’t See on TV

Several anniversaries were saluted. Five key members of the cast of Bridesmaids marked the 15th anniversary of that film’s release by reuniting to present the awards for best original score and best sound. Nicole Kidman and Ewan MacGregor marked the 25th anniversary of Moulin Rogue by performing snippets of a few songs from that film’s “Elephant Love Medley,” before presenting best picture.

Lionel Richie presented the award for best original song, 40 years after he won it for “Say You, Say Me” from White Nights . Zendaya was tabbed to co-present a major award (best director) with Robert Pattinson . KPop Demon Hunters won in both of the categories it was nominated in – best animated feature and best original song. Marty Supreme experienced the opposite fate, going 0-9 on the night.

But that was all part of the onscreen action Oscar viewers could enjoy from the comfort of their couches. Billboard was inside the Dolby Theater on Sunday night and caught a few music moments the cameras missed. Below, find the seven music moments you didn’t see on TV.