See below for exclusive photos by Art Streiber and reflections from the stars.

“Sorry to slow you guys down!”

the 37-year-old tells the staff.

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Art Streiber for EW

“He wanted to be recognized for something,anythingat all,” Malek tells EW.

“This is the greatest recognition.”

After all, what did he have to be afraid of?

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Art Streiber for EW

“Sam wouldneverlet me fall,” he tells EW, grinning.

In fact, he plucksThe New York Timesout of a pile to grasp for the shot.

“Why not?”

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Art Streiber for EW

Lee says, laughing as he places it across his lap,Green Bookheadline in full view.

The laughs didn’t end there.

After a long night, they all deserve a treat.

For more on the Oscars, pick up the new issue of Entertainment Weekly on stands Friday.