From Octavia Spencer to Esperanza Spalding: 5 great Oscar moments

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The 84th Annual Academy Awards are history, but people are still talking about some of the more memorable moments. Here are five of the best:

1. Octavia Spencer wins best supporting actress for The Help

Spencer received a standing ovation as she gave her tearful acceptance speech:

2. Chris Rock brings the funny

Chris Rock livened up what was an occasionally lackluster comedy night with a hilarious presentation of best animated film:

3. Esperanza Spalding performs “What a Wonderful World” during the tributes to celebrities who passed away in 2011.

The young singer delivered a poignant, beautiful performance during the tributes, which included Steve Jobs, Elizabeth Taylor, and Whitney Houston.

4. Viola Davis’ new look

People who have become accustomed to Viola Davis’ hard-living characters in movies like Doubt and The Help may have been thrown by her sexy new look on Oscar night. Davis rocked a natural, light-colored fro and a floor length gown on the red carpet.

5. The Muppets introduce Cirque du Soleil

The act they were introducing may have had nothing to do with the Oscars, but who doesn’t love the Muppets?