At the Oscars, Sean Ono Lennon stole the spotlight with a heartfelt tribute to his mother, Yoko Ono. Winning the Best Animated Short Film award for “War Is Over!”, Sean didn’t just accept the accolade; he made sure to spread love to his mom on stage.

Taking the mic, Sean, the son of iconic musicians John Lennon and Yoko Ono, took a moment to acknowledge his mother’s recent birthday, revealing she turned 91 in February. With a touch of charm, he reminded everyone that it was Mother’s Day in the U.K., prompting the entire audience to join him in wishing Yoko a happy Mother’s Day.

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The gesture was met with warmth as the crowd echoed, “Happy Mother’s Day, Yoko!” The moment was a touching reminder of the bond between Sean and his mother, amidst the glitz and glamour of Hollywood’s biggest night.

Joined by the film’s director, Dave Mullins, and producer, Brad Booker, Sean expressed gratitude for the opportunity to work on the project, which was inspired by his parents’ anti-war message in their 1971 song, “Happy Xmas (War Is Over).”

Despite being John and Yoko’s only child together, Sean also has a half-sister, Kyoko Chan Cox, from Yoko’s previous marriage, and a half-brother, Julian Charles John Lennon, from John’s first marriage. Together, Sean and Julian carry on their father’s legacy, commemorating his 80th birthday in 2020 with a special BBC Radio show.

Before the ceremony, Sean shared his thoughts on the upcoming Beatles movies, expressing a dream casting scenario involving Emma Stone playing his father, John Lennon. Recognizing the challenge of portraying such an iconic figure, Sean highlighted Stone’s talent and versatility as an actor, suggesting she would be up for the task.

As Sean continues to honor his parents’ legacy and make his mark in the entertainment industry, his heartfelt tribute to Yoko Ono at the Oscars serves as a reminder of the enduring bond between a son and his mother, transcending fame and recognition.