Entertainment & Celebrity News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! - Kevin O'Leary's Oscars Outfit, Panahi's Stare: A Viral Moment

Episode Date: March 16, 2026

Shark Tanks Kevin OLeary stole the Oscars spotlight with his flashy NBA card chain, drawing a viral reaction from Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi. OLearys bold fashion choice sparked social media mockery, while Panahi, facing a one-year prison sentence in Iran, remained stoic. Meanwhile, OLeary placed a bet on a nominee and praised young talent, with singer Josh Groban emphasizing the unifying power of the arts. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[e-mail] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [e-mail]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f865728b9dc94ffe

It's March 16th. Here's what's happening in entertainment. Shark Tank star Kevin O'Leary made waves on the Oscars red carpet with his bold outfit. He sported a silver accent and a robe paired with a flashy necklace that held a case of NBA cards. The look drew a priceless reaction from Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi, whose blank stare quickly win viral online. This wasn't O'Leary's first time flashing valuable collectibles on a carpet. Just weeks earlier at the actor awards, he wore a similar chain featuring his $19.5 million NBA card collection. Photographers captured him proudly showing it off when the camera panned to Panahi nearby. Social media lit up with mockery of the outfit as viewers sided with Panahi's deadpan expression.

Many online commenters called O'Leary, outlandish, and shared memes capturing that awkward moment. Panahi directs films like, It Was Just an Accident and a Space Trouble Back Home. Iranian officials recently sentenced the acclaimed director to one year in prison over claims of propaganda against the government. Meanwhile, O'Leary bet $1,000 on a nominee, taking home an award, praising the young talent despite recent drama. Singer Josh Grobben highlighted how the arts help unite people amid divisions. Support for this episode comes from our sponsor. See the description. Some Chase Peace. I put my head in it, S-O-L-I-S-Soulypillow.com.