Latest 98th Academy Awards News and Updates
Oscars In Memoriam segment excludes James Van Der Beek and Eric Dane after their deaths in February
Brigitte Bardot and Robert Carradine were also left out of the segment, which included emotional tributes to stars like Diane Keaton and Rob Reiner
Fact Check: Was Timothée Chalamet kicked out of the 2026 Oscars for bringing an outside award?
A viral rumor suggested that the Marty Supreme star brought an outside award to the Oscars ceremony.
Fact check: Did Conan O'Brien start a viral Leonardo DiCaprio meme at 2026 Oscars?
Conan O'Brien joked about the rise of AI in Hollywood during his Oscars monologue.
Rachel McAdams honors late Diane Keaton’s legacy at Oscars: 'A legend with no end'
During the In Memoriam segment, McAdams reflected on Keaton’s influence on generations of actors and the personal legacy she left behind
Billy Crystal joins Rob Reiner’s longtime collaborators to honor late director at the 2026 Oscars
Crystal's tribute highlighted Rob and Michele Reiner’s professional legacy and personal achievements.
Charithra Chandran and Saja Kilani wear Artists4Ceasefire pin at 2026 Oscars amid US-Iran war
Hannah Einbinde, Tunisian producer Nadim Cheikhrouha, Elizabeth Woodward, and Arab-Israeli actor Amer Hlehel were also seen wearing the pin
‘The Voice of Hind Rajab’ actor Motaz Malhees misses Oscars due to Trump’s Palestinian ban
Motaz Malhees said one can 'block a passport' but not his voice, adding he is Palestinian and stands with pride and dignity
Fact check: Did Timothée Chalamet fall down the stairs at 2026 Oscars?
A post claiming the Marty Supreme star fell down the stairs at Oscars 2026 went viral on X.
Conan O’Brien warns Oscars could get ‘political', jokes about Kid Rock hosting alternate show
Conan O’Brien joked that viewers uncomfortable with the Oscars could watch an alternate ceremony hosted by Kid Rock at a nearby Dave & Buster’s
Oscars 2026 Worst Dressed: Demi Moore, Heidi Klum, Kirsten Dunst fail to step up on the red carpet
Several stars struggled to impress with bold or underwhelming fashion choices as critics quickly picked apart red carpet looks at the 98th Academy Awards
Conan O’Brien roasts Timothee Chalamet over opera and ballet remark: 'Security is tight tonight'
The Oscars host joked about backlash to Chalamet’s performing arts comments, prompting laughter in the theater as cameras showed the actor reacting
Will nominated films turn the 98th Oscars into a political stage?
Films on racial history, authoritarianism and social upheaval featured among nominees, reflecting broader cultural and political themes
Jamie Lee Curtis says Timothee Chalamet will regret ‘silly’ opera-ballet remark: 'Disrespectful'
Timothee Chalamet said he does not want to work in ballet, opera or art forms kept alive even though, in his view, no one cares about them anymore
Fact Check: Did celebs sign open letter asking to publicly execute Timothée Chalamet?
Timothée Chalamet has enjoyed remarkable success recently, particularly with his role in the 2025 film 'Marty Supreme'
Conan O’Brien reveals late pal Rob Reiner will receive ‘a very powerful’ tribute at 2026 Oscars
Conan O’Brien, who is set to host the March 15 ceremony, hinted that the bit honoring Rob Reiner will be one of the most impactful moments
Security boosted for 2026 Oscars after FBI warns of Iran 'surprise attack' plan in California
The FBI and Los Angeles Police Department are coordinating Oscars security as California Governor Gavin Newsom monitors potential threats