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If you thought fake applause was only reserved for episodes of Friends and other nineties sitcoms, think again - they're still useful for some of the biggest awards shows.
However, as Witherspoon began opening the envelope, a monetary sound of fake applause was blasted out over the silent hall, causing Witherspoon to glance confusingly around the room, while the audience reacted with a mixture of laughter and gasps.
J.K. Simmons reacts to fake applause J.K. Simmons, who eventually won the award for his performance in Whiplash, must also win plaudits for his brilliant reaction to the bizarre twist to his crowning moment.
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Applause, applause!
Respectful applause.
Loud applause.
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