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.”

A political poster inspired by 'One Battle After Another' spotted near the Hollywood Oscars ceremony
A political poster inspired by ‘One Battle After Another’ spotted near the Hollywood Oscars ceremony (Kevin EG Perry)

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.

Kevin O’Leary on the Oscars red carpet
Kevin O’Leary on the Oscars red carpet (AFP via Getty Images)

Carsen Holaday15 March 2026 20:43

Order of presentation revealed

The award categories will be presented in the following order:

  1. Supporting Actress
  2. Animated Feature
  3. Animated Short
  4. Costume Design
  5. Makeup and Hairstyling
  6. Casting
  7. Live Action Short
  8. Supporting Actor
  9. Adapted Screenplay
  10. Original Screenplay
  11. Production Design
  12. Visual Effects
  13. Documentary Short
  14. Documentary Feature
  15. Original Score
  16. Sound
  17. Film Editing
  18. Cinematography
  19. International Feature
  20. Original Song
  21. Lead Actor
  22. Lead Actress
  23. Director
  24. 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.”

Singer Shaboozey has arrived at the 98th Annual Academy Awards wearing a black suit
Singer Shaboozey has arrived at the 98th Annual Academy Awards wearing a black suit (AFP via Getty Images)

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