After the 96th Academy Awards ended, a fun moment went viral as Arnold Schwarzenegger and Danny DeVito jokingly discussed ‘killing Batman’ while playfully pointing at Michael Keaton. In a recent appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live, Michael Keaton brought some superhero swagger to the table when discussing the viral moment from the Oscars involving Arnold Schwarzenegger and Danny DeVito.
The clip showed the ‘Twins actors playfully pointing out Keaton as Batman in the audience. When Kimmel brought up the moment, he couldn’t help but notice a certain menacing glint in Keaton’s eyes, despite his friendly demeanor. Keaton responded with a playful nod to Schwarzenegger’s iconic Terminator line and rephrased by stating, “Oh, you’ll be back when I tell you to come back.”
But when it came to sizing up his potential opponents in a hypothetical showdown, Keaton didn’t hold back. “That was Danny is the one I’d worry about cuz he’s sneaky,” Keaton quipped, acknowledging DeVito’s height advantage and knack for stealth. As for Schwarzenegger, Keaton brushed off any concerns, asserting, “The other guy (Arnold Schwarzenegger), I would just put away. He’s too slow.”
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Kimmel jokingly chimed in, “Schwarzenegger, you’d kill him,” to which Keaton responded with a laugh, acknowledging the humor in the situation. Reflecting on the playful exchange, Keaton remarked “It wouldn’t even be that was very funny that was really fun to do that’s when show business is really fun.”
The banter between Michael Keaton, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and Danny DeVito added an extra dose of entertainment to the Oscars, showcasing the enduring popularity of iconic characters like Batman and the Terminator. With Keaton’s quick wit and charismatic presence, it’s clear that even in a hypothetical battle of the actors, he’s confident in his ability to come out on top. Here’s what happened at the Oscars night.
Arnold Schwarzenegger and Danny DeVito reminisce about their defeat
An Instagram page called Comicbook captured the night’s highlight as Arnold Schwarzenegger and Danny DeVito, known for their roles as Batman villains, engaged in playful banter. DeVito, famous for playing the Penguin, couldn’t resist teasing Michael Keaton, who once played Batman, who was sitting in the audience.
Taking a trip down memory lane,
Schwarzenegger and DeVito reminisced about their villainous roles, sharing stories of their characters’ fictional fates. Schwarzenegger, who portrayed Mr. Freeze, joked about Batman defeating him, saying, “He used my weakness against me.” When asked if it was heat, Schwarzenegger quipped, “Love.” DeVito revealed his character’s demise, saying, “He threw me out a window,” to which Schwarzenegger exclaimed, “He’s a really bad man. Son of a b*tc*.” The exchange delighted audiences with its humor and nostalgia.ADVERTISEMENT
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The playful banter between Michael Keaton, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and Danny DeVito at the Oscars added an extra layer of entertainment, showcasing the enduring charm of iconic characters. Let us know what your favorite moment from the Academy Awards was.
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