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Chad Lowe Reveals Hilary Swank's Oscar 'Horror' Moment
2 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Chad Lowe described Hilary Swank's face of horror realizing her Oscar speech time was up.
- He reassured Swank, stating she didn't need to thank him personally.
- Swank won Best Actress Oscars in 2000 and 2005, married Lowe from 1997 to 2007.
Chad Lowe recently shared a behind-the-scenes detail from Hilary Swank's 2000 Academy Award win for Best Actress. He recalled the "horror" that crossed her face when she realized she had run out of time and neglected to thank him in her speech. Lowe explained that a countdown timer visibly flashed, causing Swank evident distress as she was ushered off stage.
Despite the public expectation to acknowledge a spouse, Lowe downplayed the significance of the omission for himself. He stated he felt "terrible for her" in that moment, prioritizing her experience over any personal slight. He reassured Swank immediately, saying she had thanked him sufficiently and he didn't feel taken for granted.
Hilary Swank went on to win another Best Actress Oscar in 2005 for her role in "Million Dollar Baby." Swank and Lowe were married for a decade, from 1997 to 2007. The actress is now married to Philip Schneider, and they welcomed twins in April 2023.
