Madonna has hailed Cillian Murphy as her "favourite actor" after meeting him at an Oscars after-party.
Murphy became the first Irish-born star to win the Best Actor Oscar on Sunday for his portrayal of J Robert Oppenheimer, the theoretical physicist described as the father of the atomic bomb, in Christopher Nolan's epic biopic Oppenheimer.
He was later pictured celebrating his achievement at talent manager Guy Oseary's annual extravagant after-party, co-hosted by pop superstar Madonna this year.
The Material Girl singer posted a carousel of photos from the event to Instagram including one of her posing beside Murphy, who looked dapper in a black tuxedo.
Madonna embraced a Marie Antoinette style as she donned a purple corset embellished with jewels, short white bloomers, fishnet tights and black leather knee-high boots for the party.
She accessorised the look with a dramatic blonde, curly wig reminiscent of Antoinette's look and a flowing, patterned purple cape with fur trim.
The singer wrote alongside the post: "Oscar Party was fun! Not exactly a night off for a girl that… needs a night off.
"But I'm so happy I got to meet my favourite A.C.T.O.R! #cillianmurphy – Congratulations!"
Source: Press Association
