Oscars 2014 in photos: Selfies, backstage, prep and more

Ellen DeGeneres may have caused a viral sensation with her superstar selfie, but there were plenty of other behind-the-scenes photos throughout Oscars weekend that offer a glimpse into what it takes to get red-carpet ready. Other shots catch celebrities in a more casual atmosphere.

From selfies to backstage shots, prep photos and more, check out these star-studded Facebook and Instagram pictures:

Post by Joseph Gordon-Levitt.

Post by Jessica Biel.

Post by Idina Menzel.

Post by Bette Midler.

Fox Searchlight's Barry Dale Johnson sneaks in a selfie while in an elevator that includes Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie and director Steve McQueen:

Oscar winner Jared Leto posted this pic with his fellow "Dallas Buyers Club" co-star, along with the caption: "Me. Matthew. Thank you. #oscars #DallasBuyersClub":

And our favorite:

Another view from this amazing selfie -- see if you can spot Liza Minnelli (in royal blue) trying to get into the shot:

Jamie Foxx posted this photo on Instagram along with caption: "Red carpet ready with the best date a dad could ask for, my beautiful daughter Corinne. #Oscars2014"

Jessica Biel gets red-carpet ready thanks to a team of stylists:

Naomi Watts' stylist posts a photo leading up to the Oscars:

Correspondent Ireland Baldwin gets Julia Roberts to pose for a selfie:

Host Ellen DeGeneres posts a photo while wearing a Peace Love World sweatshirt hoodie with a Pharrell Williams song reference:

Ireland Baldwin takes a selfie with Oscar nominee Chiwetel Ejiofor:

Kristin Bell's stylist snaps a pic of her getting ready:

Stylist Leslie Fremar's first look at Charlize Theron:

Oscar nominee Julia Roberts and her glam squad get ready for the Oscars:

Performer Pharrell Williams and his barber primp for the big night:

Lauren Moraski

Lauren Moraski is managing editor of entertainment at CBSNews.com

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