Highlights from the 2026 Oscars: Surprises and Historic Wins
2026 Oscars Ceremony Overview
The prestigious Oscars 2026 unfolded on March 15, showcasing the glitz and glamour of Hollywood. A star-studded lineup, including Timothée Chalamet, Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Priyanka Chopra, and Zendaya, graced the event. The ceremony was broadcast live on ABC and available for streaming on Hulu. If you missed it, here are the six standout moments from the 98th Academy Awards.
Marty Supreme's Unexpected Snub
Marty Supreme's Unexpected Snub
Josh Safdie's film Marty Supreme garnered nine nominations at the Oscars 2026, with Timothée Chalamet in the lead role. Despite high expectations, the film left the ceremony empty-handed, marking a surprising snub.
Historic Win for Female Cinematographer
Historic Win for Female Cinematographer
Autumn Durald Arkapaw made history by becoming the first woman to win the Best Cinematography award at the Oscars, recognized for her exceptional work on the film Sinners, directed by Ryan Coogler.
K-Pop Breaks New Ground
K-Pop Breaks New Ground
The song 'Golden' from KPop Demon Hunters made history as the first K-pop track to win an Oscar. Composers Yu-Han Lee, Mark Sonnenblick, and Ejae accepted the award, although Ejae's speech was cut short. Later, Lee expressed his gratitude in the press room, thanking their families and team.
Diane Warren's Continued Oscar Drought
Diane Warren's Continued Oscar Drought
Despite being nominated 17 times, Diane Warren once again did not secure an Oscar, this time for her song 'Dear Me' from the documentary Diane Warren: Relentless. Following her loss, she humorously noted on Instagram, "Well at least I’m consistent! And I set a new record tonight!! But you know me, I will be back if you’ll have me!!!"
Sinners Dominates the Night
Sinners Dominates the Night
The film Sinners emerged as the biggest winner, taking home four awards out of a record-setting 16 nominations. Ryan Coogler won for Best Original Screenplay, while Michael B Jordan was awarded Best Actor. Autumn Durald Arkapaw also received the Best Cinematography award, and Ludwig Göransson was honored with Best Original Score.