United Kingdom, March 3 -- Adrien Brody called for a "healthier, happier and more inclusive world" as he picked up the Best Actor in a Leading Role accolade at the Academy Awards on Sunday (02.03.25).

The 51-year-old actor - who previously won the same prize for 2002's 'The Pianist' - scooped the prize for his work on 'The Brutalist' and echoed the messages of the film in his acceptance speech as he called for people to come together and "fight for what's right".

Adrien began his speech at Los Angeles' Dolby Theater by reflecting on his career achievements and hope to continue working long into the future.

He said: "Thank you God. Thank you for this blessed life.

"If I may just humbly begin by giving thanks for the tremendous outpouri...