The Best Watches at the 2024 Oscars on Sunday Night in Hollywood

It's that special time of the year again—Oscars night! The 2024 Oscars just wrapped up, and while everyone's buzzing about the movies and stars, we watch enthusiasts have our eyes on something else: the stunning timepieces that graced the wrists of Hollywood's elite.

I can hardly believe how fast time flies; it feels like I was just sharing my insights on the watches at last year's Oscars. Yet here we are again, diving into the glamorous world of horology at the 96th Academy Awards, held at the iconic Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, Los Angeles, on March 10, 2024.

This year, the Oscars were hosted by Jimmy Kimmel, who's now part of the elite group of entertainers who've had the honor of emceeing the prestigious event more than three times. But enough about the hosts and the awards, let's talk watches! From Robert Downey Jr.'s classic JLC Reverso to Michelle Yeoh's exquisite Richard Mille and Roger Federer's sporty Rolex Daytona LeMans, the event was a treasure trove of luxurious timepieces.

So, if you're as excited as I am to find out more about the best watches at the 2024 Oscars, keep reading. 

Before we go to the business, let me also list some of the Oscars 2024 winners:

1. Best picture: Oppenheimer

2. Best actor: Cillian Murphy, "Oppenheimer"

3. Best actress: Emma Stone, "Poor Things"

4. Best supporting actor: Robert Downey Jr., "Oppenheimer"

5. Best supporting actress: Da'Vine Joy Randolph

6. Best cinematorgraphy: Hoyte van Hoytema, "Oppenheimer"

7. Best original song: Billie Eilish and Finneas O'Connell, "What Was I Made For?" from "Barbie"

8. Best editing: Jennifer Lame, "Oppenheimer"

Let's kick off this watch spotting blog post with a touch of humor and bravery, courtesy of John Cena, LOL!

He brought laughter and surprise to the Oscars, making a bold entrance by appearing naked on stage while presenting the award for Best Costume Design to "Poor Things."

Amid this unexpected moment, one detail that did not go unnoticed was John Cena's choice of timepiece. Despite his lack of attire, Cena sported a Rolex Explorer II reference 226570, featuring a striking white dial. 

Market price (Mar 2024): ~$12,000.

At the Oscars 2024, The Rock was seen wearing the Bvlgari Octo Finissimo Chrono GMT 103068. The watch comes with extra-thin mechanical manufacture chronograph and GMT movement.

Retail price: €21,200.

The Jean Bugatti chronograph has a special way of showing time. It has two hands in the middle. When you press the start button, one hand begins moving from 0 to 10. When it gets to 10, it jumps back to 0 and starts over. At the same time, the other hand moves from 00 to 01. 

When this hand hits 59 seconds, it goes to 60 and then back to 00. If you reset the chronograph, the hands don't snap back to zero right away. They keep moving a bit until they reach their stopping point and then they jump back to zero. This unique movement is controlled by a special part inside called a column wheel with a horizontal clutch.

Retail price: $250,000.

Actor Simu Liu wore Jacob and Co. The World is Yours Dual Time Zone at the red carpet 2024.

The watch is a special tribute to the very first watch that introduced Jacob Arabo to the fascinating world of watchmaking. This unique piece draws inspiration from a cherished vintage watch in the Arabov family, a dual time zone watch that Jacob received from his father, Nison Arabov, when he was just 13 years old. Every creation by Jacob & Co. carries a piece of personal sentiment, and for Jacob Arabo, his passion is the cornerstone of his designs. He puts his heart into his work, making "The World Is Yours Dual Time Zone" one of his most genuine and heartfelt creations. It's more than just a watch; it's a piece of his personal story and dedication to the art of watchmaking.

Retail price: $57,000.

Former tennis player Roger Federer was seen flexing the new Rolex Daytona LeMans 126529LN in white gold, made to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the iconic race.

Market price: ~$227,000.

Gosling donned a custom Gucci suit, once more opting to go without a tie, paired with a flashy Tag Heuer Carrera Diamant d'Avant-Garde watch, fittingly adorned with a pink diamond crown. He also sported this eye-catching watch while performing "I'm Just Ken" during the ceremony.

It is not a suprise to me that he wore a TAG Heuer timepiece, because he wore three different TAG Heuer watches in the movie Barbie, and also wore a TAG Heuer watch when promoting the movie. 

Retail price: ~$100,000.

The 2023 Oscars winner Michelle Yeoh was shimmering one-shoulder gown from Balenciaga perfectly matches her diamond-set Richard Mille RM07-02.

Ke Huy Quan, another winner at the 2023 Oscars, was seen attending the event sporting a luxurious watch. In the photo, he is wearing the Cartier Santos-Dumont Skeleton WHSA0031.

Retail price: €37,500.

Robert Downey Jr., who won the Best Supporting Actor award for his role in "Oppenheimer," was spotted holding the trophy while wearing a Jaeger LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Chronograph in rose gold.

Retail price: $38,800.

Australian actor Chris Hemsworth attended the 2024 Oscars wearing a new Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph 26240BA in 18k yellow gold. 

This limited edition of 202 pieces, made in collaboration with Alyx Studio, showcases a unique design by fashion designer Matthew Williams. Williams's design strips the dial of counters and indexes, leaving a striking yellow gold vertical satin-finishing texture.

Market price (Mar 2024): ~$190,000.

Cillian Murphy who won the Best Actor from his movie Oppenheimer was seen wearing the Omega De Ville Prestige.

This 41 mm stainless steel watch showcases a distinctive domed PVD pine green dial, adorned with a randomly stamped vertical pattern in a sun-brushed finish. It's enhanced by yellow gold-plated hands, along with a mix of Roman numerals and cabochon indexes for a touch of elegance.

The design is refined with a date window positioned at 3 o'clock, a small-seconds subdial at 6 o'clock, and a classic railway minute track around the outer edge, completing the watch's clean and sophisticated appearance.

Retail price: $5,100.

Sterling Kelby Brown was seen wearing the  IWC Portugieser Regulateur Tourbillon reference IW5446-03 at the 2024 Oscars in Hollywood. 

The watch is a limited edition of 100 pieces introduced in 2008. It features a White Gold case of 44.00mm, which houses the hand-wound caliber 98845.

Last known retail price: $60,500.

During the event, actor Bradley Cooper was seen wearing the Louis Vuitton Tambour in Rose GOld.

With its singular integrated metal bracelet and thinner case, the Tambour Automatic 40mm in rose gold revisits the Louis Vuitton iconic watch design in a both chic and sporty spirit. Contrasting finishes and refined details lend undeniable sophistication to this versatile and unisex model. Powered by the new exclusive automatic LFT023 calibre, the watch is signed 'Louis Vuitton Paris, Fab. En Suisse,' an emblem of its elegance and precision.

Retail price: €55,000.

The Trésor line by OMEGA, known for its slim and stylish case, debuted in 1949 featuring the iconic 30mm caliber. Over sixty years on, it still captivates with one of the most sophisticated mechanical movements of our time.

This variant boasts a sleek 40 mm stainless steel case paired with a black leather strap. Its curved black dial showcases a Power Reserve indicator at the 12 o'clock position and a Small Seconds counter at the 6 o'clock spot. The hands and curved indexes are crafted from 18K white gold, adding a touch of elegance.

Retail price: $8,300.

In this 40 mm stainless steel model, the domed PVD black dial features a sun-brushed finish. The display is distinguished by PVD Sedna™ Gold coloured hands, as well as alternating Roman numerals and cabochon indexes.

The pure look of the timepiece is completed by a date window at 6 o’clock, and a railway minute track on the outer zone.

Retail price: $4,600.

Actor Dwyane Wade attended the Oscars 2024 in Hollywood wearing the Cartier Tank Must, large model, with the ref. WSTA0059.

Market price: ~$3,500.

Cord Jefferson triumphed at the Oscars on Sunday, securing the award for Best Adapted Screenplay for "American Fiction." As he held his trophy aloft, an Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Professional with a white dial, model number 310.30.42.50.04.001.

Retail price: $8,100.

Anna Taylor-Joy attended the Oscars 2024 wearing the Jaeger LeCoultre 101 Reine Q2813304 In White Gold.

Market price: ~$150,000.