Oscars 2026 live updates: Stars arrive on the red carpet for Hollywood’s big night
‘One Battle After Another’ inspired poster near the ceremony
The opening sequence of Paul Thomas Anderson’s One Battle After Another follows a group of radical activists as they launch a daring raid on an immigration detention center, but out on the streets of Hollywood the film’s title is being repurposed by artists to deliver a slightly different anti-Trump message.
On a bus stop near the ceremony, an altered version of the film’s poster shows Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu.
Presumably in reference to recent joint US and Israel attacks on Iran, a pull quote attributed to Jeffrey Epstein reads: “A great distraction.”

Kevin E G Perry15 March 2026 21:51
Kevin O’Leary bet $1,000 on Timothée Chalamet
Marty Supreme actor Kevin O’Leary said on the red carpet that before he arrived, he bet on $1,000 on Timothée Chalamet winning best actor.
Chalamet is up against Leonardo DiCaprio, Ethan Hawke, Michael B. Jordan and Wagner Moura for the big prize.
Carsen Holaday15 March 2026 21:22
There are some questionable looks
While celebrities are showing up in their Sunday best on Hollywood’s biggest night of the year, some stars have raised eyebrows with their fashion choices.
Here’s a look at some of the most questionable outfits of the night.
Carsen Holaday15 March 2026 21:15
Diane Warren is rooting for herself
When asked who she’s rooting for at the Oscars tonight, singer Diane Warren simply said, “Me.”
Carsen Holaday15 March 2026 21:04
A look at the best dressed celebrities
A-listers are beginning to file on to the red carpet — and here’s a peek at some of the best looks of the night so far.
Carsen Holaday15 March 2026 20:50
Mr. Wonderful has arrived
Kevin O’Leary, who appeared in nominated film Marty Supreme, has arrived on the red carpet.

Carsen Holaday15 March 2026 20:43
Order of presentation revealed
The award categories will be presented in the following order:
- Supporting Actress
- Animated Feature
- Animated Short
- Costume Design
- Makeup and Hairstyling
- Casting
- Live Action Short
- Supporting Actor
- Adapted Screenplay
- Original Screenplay
- Production Design
- Visual Effects
- Documentary Short
- Documentary Feature
- Original Score
- Sound
- Film Editing
- Cinematography
- International Feature
- Original Song
- Lead Actor
- Lead Actress
- Director
- Best Picture
The show, hosted by Conan O’Brien, will also include performances and an in memoriam tribute.
Carsen Holaday15 March 2026 20:34
Shaboozey arrives
As stars are filing on to the red carpet, “Tipsy” singer Shaboozey has arrived wearing a black tux and silver jewelry.
The singer will perform tonight alongside actor Miles Caton and singer Brittany Howard to honor the movie Sinners, which is nominated for best original song for “I Lied To You.”

Carsen Holaday15 March 2026 20:32
That’s the Best Picture line-up for you! And we’re now getting awfully close to the start.
A reminder that you can watch the live feed here:
Louis Chilton15 March 2026 19:45
Then, finally, the favourite. One Battle After Another. It would be a deserving winner any year, writes Annabel Nugent…
Louis Chilton15 March 2026 19:30