Academy Awards
2026 Oscars ratings fall 9% to 17.9 million viewers
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The 98th Academy Awards on ABC and Hulu drew 17.86 million viewers, marking a 9% decline from 19.7 million in 2025 and the lowest since 2022. Despite the drop, it remained the top primetime entertainment program of the 2025-2026 season. Social media engagement rose significantly.
At the 98th Academy Awards in Los Angeles, celebrities and winners showcased timepieces from top watchmakers like Omega, Audemars Piguet and Piaget. Michael B. Jordan, who won best actor for Sinners, wore a vintage Piaget, while Amy Madigan sported an Omega after her supporting actress win. The event highlighted intense competition among luxury brands for visibility on Hollywood's biggest night.
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In a continuation of her sportsmanship at the 2026 Oscars, Teyana Taylor posted a supportive Instagram Stories message praising Amy Madigan's genuine love for her craft on and off screen, following her defense against backlash for enthusiastically celebrating Madigan's Best Supporting Actress win.
The 2026 Oscar nominees for best actress include Kate Hudson, Emma Stone, Jessie Buckley, Rose Byrne and Renate Reinsve. This group features previous nominees alongside first-time contenders. A review of their debut Academy Awards red carpet appearances highlights notable fashion choices from designers like Chloé and Vivienne Westwood.
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The 98th Academy Awards ceremony, following record-breaking nominations led by Ryan Coogler’s 'Sinners' with 16 nods announced in January, airs live on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at 7:00 PM ET from the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Conan O’Brien hosts for the second year, with a star-studded presenter lineup.
The Academy Awards have recognized talent across a wide age spectrum, from child performers to seasoned veterans. Records show nominees as young as 8 and as old as 88, highlighting Hollywood's embrace of diverse life stages. These milestones span acting, directing, and over a century of ceremonies.
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Netflix's short film 'Anuja' has earned a nomination for best live action short film at the 97th Academy Awards. Backed by producers including Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Mindy Kaling and Guneet Monga Kapoor, the story highlights themes of sisterhood and resilience amid everyday struggles in India. This marks a significant moment for Indian storytelling on the global stage.
98th Academy Awards highlights: Adaptations dominate as One Battle After Another claims six prizes
Jumatatu, 16. Mwezi wa tatu 2026, 23:11:30Ludwig Göransson wins Best Original Score Oscar for Sinners
Jumatatu, 16. Mwezi wa tatu 2026, 20:23:19Academy, security firm respond to Teyana Taylor Oscars altercation
Jumatatu, 16. Mwezi wa tatu 2026, 06:55:37Diane Warren sets Oscars record with 17 nominations without win, embraces 'biggest loser' title
Jumatatu, 16. Mwezi wa tatu 2026, 02:48:49Conan O'Brien returns to host Oscars on March 15, 2026
Jumanne, 10. Mwezi wa pili 2026, 15:56:34Oscar nominees attend annual luncheon and class photo
Ijumaa, 23. Mwezi wa kwanza 2026, 00:26:272026 Oscars Best Original Song Nominees Announced
Alhamisi, 22. Mwezi wa kwanza 2026, 22:45:472026 Oscar Nominations: 'Sinners' Shatters Record with 16 Nods
Jumamosi, 3. Mwezi wa kwanza 2026, 18:38:22Dashavatar becomes first Marathi film in Oscar contention
Jumamosi, 3. Mwezi wa kwanza 2026, 05:49:21Conan O'Brien forgoes future dramatic roles after new film